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Stop What You’re Doing and Read…To Your Daughter: I Capture the Castle & The Secret Garden
by Dodie Smith Frances Hodgson BurnettTo mark the publication of Stop What You're Doing and Read This!, a collection of essays celebrating reading, Vintage Classics are releasing 12 limited edition themed ebook 'bundles', to tempt readers to discover and rediscover great books. I CAPTURE THE CASTLE'I write this sitting in the kitchen sink' is the first line of this timeless, witty and enchanting novel about growing up. Cassandra Mortmain lives with her bohemian and impoverished family in a crumbling castle in the middle of nowhere. Her journal records her life with her beautiful, bored sister, Rose, her fadingly glamorous stepmother, Topaz, her little brother Thomas and her eccentric novelist father who suffers from a financially crippling writer's block. However, all their lives are turned upside down when the American heirs to the castle arrive and Cassandra finds herself falling in love for the first time...THE SECRET GARDENMary Lennox is an orphan who is sent to live with her uncle at gloomy Misselthwaite Manor. Neglected and lonely, she begins to explore her new home and learns of a secret garden that her uncle has forbidden anyone to enter. A friendly robin shows Mary the key to the garden and she discovers a world she could never have imagined... The Secret Garden has enchanted generations of children and adults alike.
Stories for Christmas: Free heart-warming festive tasters from three bestselling authors
by Debbie Macomber Dilly Court Katie FlynnFREE HEART-WARMING FESTIVE TASTERS FROM THREE BESTSELLING AUTHORS. A Sixpenny Christmas by Katie FlynnTwo women struggle to bring up their children in the aftermath of World War II. Angels at the Table by Debbie MacomberA heart-warming Christmas story of love and miracles by the international bestselling Debbie Macomber.The Lady’s Maid by Dilly CourtDespite the differences in their circumstances, Kate and Josie have been friends since childhood. But their past binds them together in ways they must never know.
Storm (The Paper Gods #4)
by Amanda SunAfter almost a year in Japan, Katie Greene has finally unearthed the terrible secret behind her boyfriend Tomohiro's deadly ability to bring drawings to life–not only is he descended from Kami, the ancient Japanese gods, but he is the heir to a tragedy that occurred long ago, a tragedy that is about to repeat.
The Storm Child: The perfect Winter read from the top ten bestseller
by Rita BradshawFrom the top-ten bestselling author of One Snowy Night, Rita Bradshaw, comes The Storm Child, a sweeping family saga set during the run up to WW2 in the north-east of England.It’s mid-winter, and in the throes of a fierce blizzard Elsie Redfern and her husband discover an unknown girl in their hay barn about to give birth. After the young mother dies, Elsie takes the infant in and raises her as her own daughter, her precious storm child.Gina grows into a beautiful little girl, but her safe haven turns out to be anything but. Torn away from her home and family, the child finds herself in a nightmare from which there’s no waking, but despite her misery and bewilderment, Gina’s determined to survive.Years pass. With womanhood comes the Second World War, along with more heartbreak, grief and betrayal. Then, a new but dangerous love beckons; can Gina ever escape the dark legacy of the storm child?
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'
Storm Clouds (Goodabri #3)
by Bronwyn ParryDeep in the Australian countryside, a reclusive community hides a deadly secret.Life is falling into place for National Parks ranger Erin Taylor. She has a job she loves, she's falling for her colleague, Simon - and she is finally leaving the past behind. Until a woman is murdered.But the victim is not just any woman - she's Simon's wife, Hayley. The wife he's not mentioned to Erin. The wife he's not seen in fourteen years. On the edge of the national park, the alternative lifestyle community of 'Simple Bliss' denies knowing Hayley, but Simon and Erin suspect otherwise. As Simon uncovers shocking details about the group, Erin is drawn further into their midst and finds a web of lies, decades old - and a charismatic, manipulative, dangerous cult leader who will let nothing and no-one stand in his way. On the wrong side of a river in flood that has become a lethal torrent, Erin and Simon must race to expose the truth and prevent a tragedy.**Shortlisted in the Davitt Awards for Best Crime Novel 2016**
Storm Clouds (Mills And Boon Love Inspired Ser.)
by Cheryl WolvertonVOICE FROM THE PAST An urgent call from a brother Angelina Harding hadn't seen in years brought her thousands of miles to Australia. Only to find Marcus gone.
Storm Echo: Book 6 (The Psy-Changeling Trinity Series #8)
by Nalini SinghSilence has fallen. The Psy are free to feel emotion. Free to love. But Silence was never a prison for Ivan Mercant. The biggest threat to his future lies dormant in his brain - a psychic monster that wants only to feed. And now, the brutal leash he's kept on that monster is slipping. He prepared for this day, for the end of Ivan Mercant . . . but that was before he met Lei.As primal as she is human, this wild changeling brings colour into his life, laughter to his soul. Then the dream shatters in a rain of blood, in silent bodies in the snow. Lei is gone. Vanished without a trace . . . until Ivan meets strangely familiar eyes across a busy San Francisco street.Soleil Bijoux Garcia is a healer who has lost everything. She exists in a world of desolate aloneness . . . until the day she finds herself face-to-face with a lethal stranger. The animal who is her other half knows this man, but her memories are tattered fragments. Sorrow and a need for vengeance are all that drive her. Her mission? To kill the alpha of the DarkRiver leopard pack.But fate has other plans. Soon, a deadly soldier who believes himself a monster and a broken healer might be all that stand between life and death for the entire Psy race. . .Praise for Nalini Singh's Psy-Changeling Trinity series:'Singh's talent for lush, expansive worldbuilding is on full display' Publishers Weekly'Another Psy-Changeling page-turner from the brilliant Singh' Kirkus Reviews
Storm Force (Mills And Boon Silhouette Ser.)
by Meredith FletcherA TIDAL WAVE IS FAST APPROACHING. AND THAT'S THE LEAST OF HER WORRIES. Wilderness guide Kate Garrett is having the bad day of the century. The worst storm in Florida's history is about to hit land, and she's been taken hostage by a gang of escaped convicts. Worse, her children are stranded on low ground and her ex-husband can't be reached.
The Storm Girl
by Kathleen McGurlThe gripping new historical novel from the USA Today bestselling author of The Girl from Bletchley Park and The Forgotten Secret. A heartbreaking choice. A secret kept for centuries.
Storm in a D Cup: An Absolutely Hilarious And Laugh-out-loud Romantic Comedy (The Husband Trilogy)
by Nancy BaroneErica Cantelli thought her days of having to fight for her relationship were over but a storm is brewing...Storm in a D Cup is the third hilarious and incredibly uplifting book in The Husband Diet series following The Husband Diet and My Big Fat Italian Break-up.For fans of Jennifer Weiner, Kristen Bailey and Sophie Kinsella.Readers love Nancy Barone:'I loved it!... It kept me flipping pages well past my bedtime!!' NetGalley Reviewer *****'Finished this within 1 day, I devoured it!' NetGalley Reviewer *****'Lovely lovely story and such a twist I really did not see coming' NetGalley Reviewer *****'Read the first page and you will be hooked' NetGalley Reviewer *****'Loved this fun, uplifting feel-good book. It really made me smile and at the moment is something that we all desperately need' NetGalley Reviewer *****'Really gorgeous, wonderfully feel-good, completely uplifting and wonderfully romantic. I absolutely loved it. Don't miss it' NetGalley Reviewer *****'Finished this in one sitting. A great uplifting read' NetGalley Reviewer ****'Will tug at your heart so be prepared' NetGalley Reviewer ****'An unforgettable story and it just gets more beautiful and moving as it goes on... A perfect ending. I absolutely loved it' NetGalley Reviewer ****'A gorgeous read' NetGalley Reviewer *****'A truly stunning read this book is... Nancy never disappoints' NetGalley Reviewer *****
Storm In A Rain Barrel (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Anne MatherMills & Boon are excited to present The Anne Mather Collection – the complete works by this classic author made available to download for the very first time! These books span six decades of a phenomenal writing career, and every story is available to read unedited and untouched from their original release.
A Storm of Desire
by CC GibbsSet against the sweeping backdrop of aristocratic Russia, the newest addition to Susan Johnson's Kuzan Dynasty trilogy is a sparkling romp through the ballrooms and bedrooms of Russia's greatest beauties and most devious pleasure-seekers. Prince Alexander Kuzan of Russia can't believe his luck when he stumbles upon gorgeous redhead Zena Turku, in flight from an unwanted suitor. The prince offers to secretly transport her to her native home in the Caucasus Mountains and Zena hastily agrees. What she doesn't know is that Prince Alexander has casually assumed she's just another harlot - the perfect distraction for the weary journey ahead. As he sets about trying to conquer her body, Alexander begins to realize his mistake. As their understanding deepens, Alexander's feelings for Zena take an unexpected, and even sinister, turn.
Storm of Olympus (Daughter of Sparta #3)
by Claire AndrewsThe heart-pounding conclusion to the Daughter of Sparta series forces Daphne to face her past, her deepest fears, and an enemy who can defeat even the all-powerful gods of Olympus in this epic reimagining of classic Greek mythology, for fans of Circe. After fighting in the Trojan War against her own people, Daphne is plagued by memories of her family, of her shortcomings, of her lover, Apollo, and of the secrets he and the gods keep. As she reels from the horrendous sacrifice she had to make and her own failure in the battle for Troy, she knows the Titans are out there—just beyond the island of Aeaea where she has taken refuge—raging a war against the world. As Daphne struggles to regain her will to fight as well as rein in the new abilities that have been thrust upon her, the gods call for her help once more. But it has been prophesized that she will bring about the ruin of Olympus and the downfall of Sparta, just as she caused the destruction of Troy. Now, as she begins to witness her terrible destiny coming true, she must become a hero to rival those of myth and save the gods, her people, and the world. Or she will watch it all burn around her. Claire M. Andrews has crafted a jaw-dropping conclusion to an epic series that gives women a powerful place among Greek mythology, flipping the world of gods and goddesses on its head. This breakneck race to the finish will have readers devouring its pages late into the night with one mind blowing twist after another, in a finale fit for a heroine who rivals any Ancient Greek hero.
Storm Over Rhanna
by Christine Marion FraserThe islanders grieved for Mark James, their popular minister, who had lost his family so tragically. They were glad when he found solace in the company of Rhanna's pretty new young doctor, Megan Jenkins. Recently, however, she has been cool towards him, as if she was hiding some dark secret.The calm of the island was shattered by a fearsome storm; in great peril, the lifeboat took to the sea in response to distress signals from a luxury yacht. On board was a man who held the key to Megan's mysterious past, and her heart would be torn between this glamorous playboy and the minister who needed her so much. The sixth boo kin the Rhanna series.
Storm Season (Mills & Boon Desire)
by Charlotte DouglasBut weather isn't the only threat to P.I. Maggie Skerritt.
The Storm Sister: A Novel (The Seven Sisters #2)
by Lucinda RileyFollowing the bestselling The Seven Sisters, The Storm Sister is the second book in Lucinda Riley's spellbinding series based loosely on the mythology surrounding the famous star constellation.Ally D'Aplièse is about to compete in one of the world's most perilous yacht races, when she hears the news of her adoptive father's sudden, mysterious death. Rushing back to meet her five sisters at their family home, she discovers that her father - an elusive billionaire affectionately known to his daughters as Pa Salt - has left each of them a tantalising clue to their true heritage. Ally has also recently embarked on a deeply passionate love affair that will change her destiny forever. But with her life now turned upside down, Ally decides to leave the open seas and follow the trail that her father left her, which leads her to the icy beauty of Norway . . . There, Ally begins to discover her roots - and how her story is inextricably bound to that of a young unknown singer, Anna Landvik, who lived there over a hundred years before, and sang in the first performance of Grieg's iconic music set to Ibsen's play 'Peer Gynt'. As Ally learns more about Anna, she also begins to question who her father, Pa Salt, really was. And why is the seventh sister missing?
Storm Warning (Whisper Lake #1)
by Linda HallThe rustic lakeside homestead is supposed to be a refuge for widow Nori Edwards. However, the moment the single mom arrives, strange and frightening things start happening.
Storm Warning: The Dark Woods Storm Warning The Girl Who Couldn't Forget (Mills And Boon Heroes Ser.)
by Michele HaufShe’s keeping secrets. Now he must keep her alive.
Storm Warning: This Magic Moment Storm Warning
by Nora RobertsAVAILABLE DIGITALLY FOR THE FIRST TIMEWhen Autumn Gallagher arrives at her aunt's isolated inn, she is confronted with the one man she vowed never to speak to again - Lucas McLean. Lucas is handsome, mysterious... and trouble. Three years ago, he broke Autumn's heart without a thought or an explanation. Lucas has always seemed troubled with deep secrets. But when one of the guests is murdered, Autumn begins to wonder just what those secrets are. Could the man she once loved be a cold-hearted killer? As the mystery deepens, Autumn must fight to discover the truth before it's too late. Includes an extract from Dark Witch
Storm Watch: Storm Watch The Rule-breaker Wicked Nights (Uniformly Hot! #8)
by Jill ShalvisSwept away with the soldier After battling a hurricane of catastrophic proportions, brave soldier Jason needs some downtime – badly! But there’s no rest for the heroic. During another deluge, Jason’s saviour skills are suddenly in demand. . . by his best friend Lizzy.
The Storm Within: The Storm Within / The Reluctant Queen / The Ordinary King / The Prince's Forbidden Love
by Trish MoreyFinalist for a prestigious RITA® Award from the Romance Writers of America. Dr Grace Hunter seeks an ancient text beneath the castle of Count Alessandro Volta and finds the dark, reclusive count’s brooding intensity very seductive. Will Grace become his bride?
Stormbound Surgeon (Doctors Down Under #7)
by Marion LennoxThe rain is thrashing down on Iluka, and Joss Braden is bored out of his mind. In fact, the hotshot Sydney surgeon is heading out of there as fast as his sports car can take him!
Stormbound With A Tycoon (Mills And Boon Desire Ser. #1356)
by Shawna DelacorteWealthy, jaded playboy Dylan Russell had sought an isolated cabin in the woods to escape his fast-paced life and reconsider his future. He wanted solitude…but awoke to a woman in his bed! Nothing had prepared Dylan for the sight of his best friend' s sister…or the sensual spark that embracing her ignited.