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Six More Months of June: The Must-Read Romance of the Summer!
by Daisy GarrisonThe exhilarating highs and messy lows that encapsulate the end of high school come together in this immersive YA romance debut. With only one month of high school left, will Mina and Caplan risk their friendship for love, or stay just friends..?Mina has a stern face, long braid, and an attitude that has only got worse since her dad died.Caplan is the golden boy, complete with a vast social circle and an on-again/off-again girlfriend who hates Mina's guts.They're neighbours and somehow, despite all their differences, have always understood each other the most. But then in the last few weeks of high school, everything turns on its head. It's a shock when Caplan's best-friend Quinn confesses he wants to take Mina to the prom. It's an even bigger shock when she says yes.With the social hierarchy out the window and everybody on the brink of a new beginning, Mina finds herself opening up in ways she was too anxious to before. It turns out, everyone thinks she's pretty cool. But just because Mina's relationship with the world is changing, it doesn't mean anything has to change between her and Caplan's relationship. . . right?✔ Opposites attract✔ The girl/boy-next-door✔ Intense chemistry✔ Dual narrative✔ Multi-dimensional side-characters? Friends to lovers
Six Truths and a Lie
by Ream ShukairySix Muslim teens are falsely accused of a deadly attack in this timely and harrowing examination of America&’s justice system, perfect for fans of Angie Thomas and Samira Ahmed. As fireworks pop off at a rowdy Fourth of July bonfire party, an explosion off the California coast levels an oil rig—resulting in chaos and worse, murder. At the center are six Muslim teens - six patriots, six strangers, and six suspects. An old soul caught in the wrong place. An aspiring doctor. An influencer with a reputation to protect. A perfect daughter with secrets to hide. A soccer star headed for Stanford. An immigrant in love. Each with something to hide and everything to lose. Faced with accusations of terrorism, The Six are caught in a political game that will pit them against each other in exchange for exoneration. They must choose: frame each other to guarantee their own independence or expose their secrets to earn back freedom for them all.
Slow Dance With The Italian: Slow Dance With The Italian (the Life-changing List) / A Fake Bride's Guide To Forever (the Life-changing List) (The Life-Changing List #1)
by null Scarlet WilsonHE’LL SWEEP HER OFF HER FEET! In this The Life-Changing List story, receiving a bucket list from her late sister, Darcy’s forced out of her self-imposed comfort zone—into a dance class with charismatic Arturo! It’s obvious the Italian’s dealing with his own losses, but they clearly share a connection. So she can’t deny his offer of help when next she adopts a boisterous puppy! Falling for the pup is easy…but can she open her guarded heart to Arturo as well?
Smoky Mountains Graveyard (A Tennessee Cold Case Story #5)
by Lena DiazSix bodies. No suspect. A killer on the loose…
Socialite's Nine-Month Secret (Twin Sister Swap #2)
by Sophie PembrokeSHE WASN’T LOOKING FOR A HERO…
Someone You Can Build a Nest in: A cosy fantasy as sweet as love and as dark as night
by John Wiswell"Do love stories often end this way?" "Why do you think it's over?"Shesheshen has made a fatal mistake for a monster: she's fallen in love.Shesheshen is a shapeshifter, who usually resides as an amorphous lump in the swamp of a ruined manor, unless impolite monster hunters invade intent on murdering her. Through a chance encounter, she meets a different kind of human, warm-hearted Homily, who mistakes Shesheshen for a human in turn. Shesheshen is loath to deceive, but just as she's about to confess her true identity, Homily reveals she's hunting the shapeshifting monster that supposedly cursed her family. Shesheshen didn't curse anyone, but to give them both a chance at happiness, she must figure out why Homily's twisted family thinks she did. And the bigger challenge remains: surviving her toxic in-laws long enough to learn to build a life with the woman she loves.A glorious, funny, occasionally slightly violent love story which asks us to examine - and re-examine - the meaning of legacy, family and love.Readers love John Wiswell:'Like a warm hug' - Goodreads reviewer on "Open House on Haunted Hill"'So very sweet . . . a perfect little story' - Goodreads reviewer on 'Open House on Haunted Hill''Heart-aching . . . you shouldn't miss this one' - Goodreads reviewer on 'Open House on Haunted Hill''Cozy and charming and made my heart grow three sizes which cannot be healthy' - Goodreads reviewer on "Open House on Haunted Hill"'Has such a unique view and voice in his writing that his work is literally incomparable. And I can't wait for what comes next' - Goodreads reviewer on 'Open House on Haunted Hill'
The Song Rising: Author's Preferred Text (The Bone Season #3)
by Samantha ShannonA stunning new edition of the third novel in the bestselling Bone Season series with gorgeous new cover artwork and updated text, by the bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree.Following a fierce battle for the Rose Crown, Paige Mahoney has risen to the dangerous position of Underqueen, ruling over the clairvoyant syndicate of London. But with vengeful enemies still at large, the task of stabilising the fractured underworld has never seemed so challenging. As Paige rallies her army of criminals, she continues to meet in secret with her former enemy, Arcturus Mesarthim. Should they be discovered, the fragile alliance with the Ranthen will fail. But all bets are off when Scion introduces Senshield, a deadly technology that spells doom for clairvoyants. Now Paige must race against the clock to stop her reign from ending in blood.
The Song Rising (The Bone Season #3)
by Samantha ShannonThe magnificent third book in the New York Times bestselling Bone Season series takes Paige Mahoney deep into the underground of Samantha Shannon's epic world of Scion. Following a fierce battle for the Rose Crown, Paige Mahoney has risen to the dangerous position of Underqueen, ruling over the clairvoyant syndicate of London. But with vengeful enemies still at large, the task of stabilizing the fractured underworld has never seemed so challenging. As Paige rallies her army of criminals, she continues to meet in secret with her former enemy, Arcturus Mesarthim. Should they be discovered, the fragile alliance with the Ranthen will fail. But all bets are off when Scion introduces Senshield, a deadly technology that spells doom for clairvoyants. Now Paige must race against the clock to stop her reign ending in blood.With its intricately imagined world-building, slow burn romance, and “complex, ever evolving, scrappy yet touching” (NPR) heroine, The Bone Season series shows master of fantasy Samantha Shannon at the height of her considerable powers.
Spanish Marriage Solution: Greek's Temporary 'i Do' (the Greek Groom Swap) / Spanish Marriage Solution
by null Jackie AshendenMarrying the enemy! The attraction between Alice and her brother-in-law, Spanish duke Sebastián Castellano, is fiery, forbidden and unequivocally ignored. Then an accident kills Alice’s husband and sister, orphans her baby nephew Diego…and reveals that Sebastián isn’t his father. Still, Sebastián’s insistent: the Castellano hacienda is Diego’s home. If Alice wants to be a part of their life, she must stay—as Sebastian’s wife! *** Perfect for fans of: Marriage of convenience 💍 Forbidden Love 🤫 Billionaires 💰
Sparks Fly With The Single Dad (Yorkshire Village Vets #2)
by Kate HardyA new vet, a new pup…a new start?
Spinster With A Scandalous Past (Mills & Boon Historical)
by Sadie KingSworn never to marry Or reveal her secrets…
The Stars are Dying
by Chloe C. PeñarandaA USA Today and B&N bestseller, don't miss this tale of star-crossed lovers in a world full of magic, mystery, and betrayal. 'The brightest star needs the darkest night.'In a world abandoned by its celestial guardians and left to suffer a tyrant king's reign, all Astraea can recall are the fragmented memories of the past five years. She's determined to discover more about her past, even if that means leaving behind the only safety and security she has ever known by venturing out into a world where bloodthirsty vampires are rumoured to roam. Making her way in an unfamiliar world, she encounters the mysterious Nyte, who makes her an offer she cannot refuse. As Astraea accepts Nyte's help, she is drawn in by his darkness and she begins to wonder if she has struck a deal with one of the ruthless beings her people have always feared.Astraea's opportunity to escape this deal presents itself when she has to decide whether to take her friend's place in centenary celebrations of the Libertatem - a succession of trials hosted by the king in which the five human lands compete for safety against vampires who hunt them down to drink their blood. Is fighting for the safety of her kingdom worth more than answering questions about her past?______________________________'The ending of this book truly had me shocked! The extensive world-building was executed beautifully with Chloe's style of writing.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'This book has been on my mind constantly since I finished it last night . . . TSAD is nothing short of a masterpiece' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I read this book in one sitting, not that I ever can when it is a Chloe Penaranda book because she just has a way of gripping me and this is no different' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A perfect start to a new favourite series' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
The Stars Too Fondly: An interstellar sapphic romcom for fans of Casey McQuiston and Becky Chambers
by Emily HamiltonPart space odyssey, part Sapphic romcom and all spaceship-stealing fun, Emily Hamilton's breathtaking debut is a wild tale of galaxy-spanning friendship, improbable love, and wonder as vast as the universe itself.'I love the way the relationship between Cleo and Billie developed. I fell in love with them, with their relationship. And they made me cry a lot. AND THE LONGING !!!!!!!!' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Absolutely gut-wrenching and gorgeously written. This book sucked me in instantly' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐So, here's the thing: Cleo and her friends really, truly didn't mean to steal this spaceship. They just wanted to know why, twenty years ago, the entire Providence crew vanished without a trace. But then the stupid dark matter engine started all on its own, and now these four twenty-somethings are en route to Proxima Centauri, unable to turn around, and being harangued by a snarky hologram that has the face and attitude of the ship's missing captain, Billie.Cleo has dreamt of being an astronaut all her life, and Earth is kind of a lost cause at this point, so this should be one of those blessings in disguise people talk about. But as the ship gets deeper into space, the laws of physics start twisting, old mysteries start crawling back to life, and Cleo's initially combative relationship with Billie turns into something deeper and more desperate than either woman is prepared for.Lying somewhere in the subspace between science fantasy and sapphic rom-com, The Stars Too Fondly is a soaring near-future adventure about dark matter and alternate dimensions, leaving home and finding family, and the galaxy-saving power of letting yourself love and be loved.'I'm a huge fan of that bombastic, earnest, interdimensional aspect that 80's sci-fi had, so seeing it here, just as earnest and openly Queer, was a real treat' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'The vibes of this book are seriously so great. It had some of my favorite bookish elements - found family, great banter, forced proximity, and women in STEM' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'QUEER ROMANCE. IN SPACE. ROMANTASY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The number of times I silent screamed while reading this cannot even be counted on one hand. This novel is so, so, SO funny and heartfelt' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Space? Check. Sapphic? Check. Rom-com? Check. . . . I loved it from the first page' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I loved this book. It was soft and loving and bright and adventurous and surprised me in a wonderful way' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Wow, this book was such a fun surprise. It was a bit like an episode of Doctor Who. There are big universe ending stakes and yet it's still funny and light-hearted' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I adored literally everything about this. I am a huge Trekkie and also a huge Star Trek Voyager fan and a queer woman, so it did feel like this book might have been made in a lab for me' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I adored this book. The science, the found family, the relationship between Billie and Cleo- it was absolute perfection' Reader review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
The Start of Something: The sharp, compulsive and thought-provoking book club read for 2024
by Holly Williams*A COSMOPOLITAN BEST BOOK PICK FOR 2024!*'Bold, playful, generous and lush, it's a story that feels both timeless and urgent - I loved it. Gorgeously and relentlessly queer!' DAISY BUCHANANA lover. A bartender. A husband. An artist. A student.A poet. A sex worker. A welder. A drag queen. A mother.As the sun sets over the city streets, ten ordinary lives collide with extraordinary consequences. From thrilling first meetings and impulsive liaisons, to messy misunderstandings and passionate reconciliations, each connection has the potential to be the start of something, or already hints at its own ending.Yet uniting them all is the desire to find true intimacy in a fractured modern world - to see, and to truly be seen...A razor-sharp, intoxicating and thought-provoking novel of ten interlocking sexual encounters that will appeal to fans of Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo, Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney, and 'Modern Love' from the New York Times.Praise for The Start of Something:'A fun, big-hearted and at times thought-provoking read about the search for connection in an all-too-busy, atomised world' MARIE CLAIRE'Effortlessly fluid. Moving and suprising' LILY LINDON'Ten lives collide, and each encounter unspools in its messy, vulnerable, thrilling glory. Electrifying' MARIANNE LEVY'Williams skillfully explores connections, complications and 'situationships' in all of their messy glory' GRAZIA'An insightful, hopeful and cleverly constructed novel about sexuality, identity and friendship. Written with humour and huge compassion. Brilliant' ANNA MAZZOLA'Brilliantly clever. Surprising and hopeful' ANOUSHKA WARDEN
Storm Christopher: A Frogmorton Farm short story (Frogmorton Farm Series)
by Jodi Taylor*** Pre-order a brand new Frogmorton Farm short story, from the bestselling author of the Chronicles of St Mary's. ***With their children off on a school trip Russell and Jenny are contemplating their first peaceful weekend for many years.SPOILER ALERT: That doesn't happen.The telephone lines are down.The lights have gone out.The weather is closing in.And that's not the only thing . . . Readers love Jodi Taylor: 'It was just a glorious ride of wonderfully written words''Wish I could give it 10 stars''I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH!!!''I could put a star for every page and it still wouldn't be enough''Loved every sentence''READ THIS BOOK!!!!!''I read this twice in back to back readings''Magical, witty and life-affirming''This is a beautifully told tale full of love, drama and intrigue''Jodi never fails to impress''Such beautifully developed characters, great writing and a wonderful touch of humour. Absolutely loved this story, its one I wont forget''I lost a whole night's sleep due to not being able to put it down. Believe me, it's worth the loss of sleep!'Everybody should have a Thomas!''Totally amazing read'
A Strange Encounter
by John CleggA forsaken telephone is heard ringing in the woods and the fact our main character decides to answer it, leads to the question, 'What happens next?' He's of a rather nonconformist disposition and relates the ensuing adventure in a self-deprecating, conversational manner, weaving into his account many of the topics that people in Britain have to currently deal with. Some may find certain views contentious, especially regarding recent medical matters, while others could well applaud, that at last, their very same feelings are appearing in print. The fact the two main characters are unequivocally described as male and female, rather than theys or personages, should give hint of a little satire contained within and also prepare the reader for descriptions of a sensual nature. Those wishing for anything more lurid, however, will be disappointed. Despite latest labyrinthine entanglements on the matter, the stance is taken, men and women often have a tendency to think differently to one another, which might enrage the few who relish the chance to take offence, but hopefully the majority will find the feelings described, plus the honest exchanges, realistic and entertaining. Although there is an obvious autobiographical input, the main characters are both composites, as is the location. From a fairly innocuous start, I doubt the reader will guess what conclusion the tale eventually arrives at. I must admit, with the book seeming to write itself, even I was enthralled and I can't really tell you any more at the moment, as I'd be giving the plot away.
Studies: "just like Malory Towers for grown-ups" (Maggie Adair #4)
by Jenny Colgan'MALORY TOWERS FOR GROWN-UPS' SOPHIE KINSELLAJenny Colgan returns with all her signature charm in this fourth installment of her Maggie Adair series. The Little School by the Sea is a magical place of friendship, striving, excitement and plenty of mischief. Maggie Adair, the passionate, devoted English teacher at Downey House, is about to ride off into the sunset with her new love when tragedy strikes. Pulled from their happy-ever-after, she and David must put their budding romance aside until they return for a new term, unsure where they now stand.A fresh new year at Downey House comes with more drama from the students - with Fliss and Alice at odds after a summer apart, and Simone trying to nurture her new relationship while dealing with exam stresses, the new term is shaping up to be a challenge for all...'A BRILLIANT BOARDING SCHOOL BOOK, STUFFED FULL OF UNFORGETTABLE CHARACTERS AND THRILLING ADVENTURES' LISA JEWELL
Sugar & Spice: Mocha Pleasures / Best Friend Bride / Cappuccino Kisses
by Pamela Yaye Kat Cantrell Yahrah St. JohnTantalising treats
Sugar & Spice: A Taste of Pleasure / It Was Only a Kiss / Falling for Her French Tycoon
by null Chloe Blake null Joss Wood null Rebecca WintersDrunk on love Delanie Atwater’s unexpected inheritance comes with hidden dangers – like her irresistible neighbour, who offers his expertise. Soon the sprawling vineyard isn’t all Ray Cavanaugh is bringing back to life. But even as he awakens Delanie’s dormant passion, she uncovers a plot to buy her legacy out from under her. Is this a test their relationship can survive?•Italy is the perfect place for new career beginnings – at least that’s what chef Danica Nillson hopes. But one look at sexy single dad Antonio Dante Lorenzetti, and her plan to keep romance out of her kitchen goes up in flames. The millionaire restaurateur wants stability. Not unbridled passion that makes him lose his senses. Is this beautiful, talented, and headstrong chef the one he’s been waiting for?•For businessman Luke Savage, success is the only option. So, when gorgeous marketing intern Jess Sherwood informs him that his vineyard has an image problem, he’s outraged! And all Luke can do to stop her talking is kiss her senseless. Eight years later, the vineyard needs a new marketing strategy to save it. And Jess is the right woman for the job. Their only problem is how to keep their minds on work…
Sugar & Spice: Second-Chance Sweet Shop (Wickham Falls Weddings) / Frozen Heart, Melting Kiss / Sweet Thing
by null Nicola Marsh null Rochelle Alers null Ellie DarkinsA new sensation Second-Chance Sweet Shop by Rochelle Alers Brand-new bakery owner Sasha didn’t anticipate that the teenager she hired would have such an attractive father. Back home after years away, Sasha still smarts from falling for a man who seemed too good to be true. Divorced single dad Dwight will have to prove to Sasha that he’s the real deal…and once again learn to trust someone with his heart along the way. Frozen Heart, Melting Kiss by Ellie Darkins Shy Maya has turned her greatest pleasure into a thriving business, and nothing fulfils her more than delighting her clients. Until she's hired by workaholic Will to cater a charity dinner. Will's convinced that Maya can do no right! So she signs him up for her cookery course to force him to fall for her food. But what will happen when their week together is more intense than either of them ever expected…? Sweet Thing by Nicola Marsh Abby loves her new life working at Sydney’s finest patisserie. Working alongside brooding new man-in-charge Tanner is an unexpected but delicious challenge – especially as each night their attraction only grows hotter! But Tanner’s past is as dark as the ink on his skin… He’ll let her get closer than close in the bedroom, but does Abby dare go deeper?
Sugar & Spice (The McKinnels of Jewell Rock) / Her Las Vegas Wedding / A Bride for the Italian Boss: The Single Dad's Family Recipe (the Mckinnels Of Jewell Rock) / Her Las Vegas Wedding / A Bride For The Italian Boss
by Rachael Johns Andrea Bolter Susan MeierThe perfect recipe
Summer at Sea Glass Cove: The newest heart-warming and uplifting perfect read for Summer 2024!
by Jenny KaneWelcome to Sea Glass Cove!Marine archaeologist Lauren Sunshine is used to life on the go. Her suitcase is always packed ready to explore the country's underwater heritage so when a shipwreck is found off the Dorset coast, she is thrilled to be leading the excavation team.Philippa Silver, 'Phil' to the folk of Sea Glass Cove, has devoted her life to the Museum by the Sea. But funding is tight, and despite subletting half of the museum to her best friend Jules's sea glass shop, she fears for the museum's future. Phil hopes the wreck discovery could bring more visitors, but there's a problem – the museum's too small to house its treasures. Thankfully, new friend Lauren seems as determined as she is to save the museum. But, when Phil's brother Ollie catches Lauren's eye, she begins to wonder if she has more than one reason to be interested in life at Sea Glass Cove….
Summer at the Santorini Bookshop
by null Rebecca RaisinDon’t miss the new novel from the Kindle bestselling author of The Little Venice Bookshop! *** ☀️A Greek island holiday. A fake-dating pact. A chance at true love?☀️ After losing her job as a book scout, hopeless romantic Evie needs a fresh start. So when she hears that her eccentric grandmother has just taken on a small bookshop in Santorini, Evie jumps at the chance to visit her. But life on the island is not as idyllic as it first seems. Gran has a tempestuous relationship with her landlord and he’s threatening to take the bookshop away from her. So when Gran asks Evie to fake date her landlord’s Greek God of a grandson, Georgios, to keep the family on side, she reluctantly agrees. As the sun sets on Evie’s Greek holiday, can she save the bookshop – and fake date her way to love? Praise for Summer at the Santorini Bookshop: 'Reading about Santorini was so vivid … Rebecca brings readers along with her to the places she describes so beautifully' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I would love to find a bookshop like this. I would never want to leave!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Reading a book by Rebecca Raisin is like being enveloped in a warm hug … what's not to like? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book will give you all of the feels and then some' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely fabulous read that I couldn't put down … I can't recommend it enough' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A delightful story full of laughs and mischief' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A must have read for this summer' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Summer at the Santorini Bookshop
by null Rebecca RaisinDon’t miss the new novel from the Kindle bestselling author of The Little Venice Bookshop! *** ☀️A Greek island holiday. A fake-dating pact. A chance at true love?☀️ After losing her job as a book scout, hopeless romantic Evie needs a fresh start. So when she hears that her eccentric grandmother has just taken on a small bookshop in Santorini, Evie jumps at the chance to visit her. But life on the island is not as idyllic as it first seems. Gran has a tempestuous relationship with her landlord and he’s threatening to take the bookshop away from her. So when Gran asks Evie to fake date her landlord’s Greek God of a grandson, Georgios, to keep the family on side, she reluctantly agrees. As the sun sets on Evie’s Greek holiday, can she save the bookshop – and fake date her way to love? Praise for Summer at the Santorini Bookshop: 'Reading about Santorini was so vivid … Rebecca brings readers along with her to the places she describes so beautifully' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I would love to find a bookshop like this. I would never want to leave!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Reading a book by Rebecca Raisin is like being enveloped in a warm hug … what's not to like? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book will give you all of the feels and then some' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely fabulous read that I couldn't put down … I can't recommend it enough' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A delightful story full of laughs and mischief' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A must have read for this summer' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐