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Resisting The Off-Limits Paediatrician (Mills & Boon Medical)
by Kate MacGuireRescuing patients…and her?
Resolute Bodyguard (The Protectors of Boone County, Texas #4)
by null Leslie MarshmanHe’ll give everything to save their future Security expert Nate Reed hates returning to Resolute, Texas—almost as much as becoming assistant DA Sara Bennett’s bodyguard. Their fling ended badly years ago. A second chance can’t happen…no matter how much passion still simmers. But when a dangerous stalker’s threats escalate, Nate will risk it all to keep his irresistible charge safe.
Rethinking Gothic Transgressions of Gender and Sexuality: New Directions in Gothic Studies (Routledge Studies in Speculative Fiction)
by Sarah Faber Kerstin-Anja MünderleinFrom early examples of queer representation in mainstream media to present-day dissolutions of the human-nature boundary, the Gothic is always concerned with delineating and transgressing the norms that regulate society and speak to our collective fears and anxieties.This volume examines British and American Gothic texts from four centuries and diverse media – including novels, films, podcasts, and games – in case studies which outline the central relationship between the Gothic and transgression, particularly gender(ed) and sexual transgression. This relationship is both crucial and constantly shifting, ever in the process of renegotiation, as transgression defines the Gothic and society redefines transgression. The case studies draw on a combination of well-studied and under-studied texts in order to arrive at a more comprehensive picture of transgression in the Gothic.Pointing the way forward in Gothic Studies, this original and nuanced combination of gendered, Ecogothic, queer, and media critical approaches addresses established and new scholars of the Gothic alike.
Rethinking Gothic Transgressions of Gender and Sexuality: New Directions in Gothic Studies (Routledge Studies in Speculative Fiction)
From early examples of queer representation in mainstream media to present-day dissolutions of the human-nature boundary, the Gothic is always concerned with delineating and transgressing the norms that regulate society and speak to our collective fears and anxieties.This volume examines British and American Gothic texts from four centuries and diverse media – including novels, films, podcasts, and games – in case studies which outline the central relationship between the Gothic and transgression, particularly gender(ed) and sexual transgression. This relationship is both crucial and constantly shifting, ever in the process of renegotiation, as transgression defines the Gothic and society redefines transgression. The case studies draw on a combination of well-studied and under-studied texts in order to arrive at a more comprehensive picture of transgression in the Gothic.Pointing the way forward in Gothic Studies, this original and nuanced combination of gendered, Ecogothic, queer, and media critical approaches addresses established and new scholars of the Gothic alike.
The Return Of His Caribbean Heiress
by Lydia San AndresAn unforgettable first kiss An unexpected second chance…
The Revenge Club: the wickedly witty new novel from a million copy bestselling author
by Kathy LetteWhen the odds are against you, it's time to get even.Matilda, Jo, Penny and Cressy are all women at the top of their game; so imagine their surprise when they start to be personally overlooked and professionally pushed aside by less-qualified men. Only they're not going down without a fight.Society might think the women have passed their amuse-by dates but the Revenge Club have other plans.After all, why go to bed angry when you could stay up and plot diabolical retribution? Let the games begin...PRAISE FOR KATHY LETTE:'Deliciously rude and darkly funny' Nicole Kidman'Unputdownable' Stephen Fry'The thinking lady's hornbag' Kath and Kim
Right on Cue: The working together, enemies-to-lovers rom-com you won't want to put down!
by Falon Ballard'Grab your ice cream and wine and get comfy because once you start Right on Cue, this adorable, charming, and spicy rom-com will hold you captive until the very last page' MEREDITH SCHORR '[A] perfectly crafted rom-com that weaves together a charming cast of characters with witty dialogue, heartfelt moments, and sexual chemistry that leaps off the page' SOPHIE SULLIVAN.................................................... Emmy Harper has penned some of the most popular Hollywood movies of the past few years. But her latest project has hit a standstill. Unable to find the perfect leading lady, Emmy's persuaded to take on the role herself, dusting off acting skills she hasn't used in over a decade. Things get even worse when a last-minute cast change leaves Emmy with the one co-star she can't trust: Grayson West. A blockbuster action hero known for his megawatt smile and impossible abs, Grayson is anyone's dream of a romantic lead. Too bad Emmy still blames him for her disastrous first movie and the early end to her acting career. The friction between them might be the result of lingering awkwardness or unresolved sexual tension, but either way, it's ruining the movie! If Emmy and Grayson want to save the production-and their own careers-they'd better find some way to resolve it, and quickly.......................................................Raves for Falon Ballard's previous rom-coms, Lease on Love and Just My Type:'Lease on Love warmly and wittily underscores that none of us are perfect, but we are all worthy, we are all enough: we all deserve to be loved, not just by others, but by ourselves too' SARAH HOGLE'Lease on Love was a delight on every level. Ballard delivers a soft, sweet story with enough shadows to make the happily ever after feel that much more earned... This is a beautiful love story about finding something precious that seems out of reach!' DENISE WILLIAMS'A page-turning second-chance romance bursting with crackling banter and delightful characters' AVA WILDER'With supremely relatable characters, sparkling wit, and a second-chance-rivals-to-lovers romance to die for, Just My Type is an unputdownable showstopper!' COURTNEY KAE
Robert Pollok’s The Course of Time and Literary Theodicy in the Romantic Age: The Rise and Fall of a Christian Epic (Routledge Studies in Romanticism)
by Deryl DavisThis book explores the contexts and reception history of Robert Pollok’s religious epic The Course of Time (1827), one of the best- selling long poems of the nineteenth century, which has been almost entirely forgotten today. Widely read in the United States and across the British Empire, the poem’s combination of evangelical Calvinism, High Romanticism, and native Scottishness proved irresistible to many readers. This monograph traces the poem’s origins as a defense of Biblical authority, divine providence, and religious orthodoxy (against figures like Byron and Joseph Priestley) and explores the reasons for The Course of Time’s enormous, decades- long popularity and later precipitous decline. A close reading of the poem and an examination of its reception history offers readers important insights into the dynamic relationship between religion and wider culture in the nineteenth century, the uses of literature as a vehicle for theological argument and theodicy, and the important but often overlooked role that religion played in literary— and, particularly, Scottish— Romanticism. This work will appeal to scholars of religious history, literary history, Evangelicalism, Romanticism, Scottish literature, and nineteenth- century culture.
Robert Pollok’s The Course of Time and Literary Theodicy in the Romantic Age: The Rise and Fall of a Christian Epic (Routledge Studies in Romanticism)
by Deryl DavisThis book explores the contexts and reception history of Robert Pollok’s religious epic The Course of Time (1827), one of the best- selling long poems of the nineteenth century, which has been almost entirely forgotten today. Widely read in the United States and across the British Empire, the poem’s combination of evangelical Calvinism, High Romanticism, and native Scottishness proved irresistible to many readers. This monograph traces the poem’s origins as a defense of Biblical authority, divine providence, and religious orthodoxy (against figures like Byron and Joseph Priestley) and explores the reasons for The Course of Time’s enormous, decades- long popularity and later precipitous decline. A close reading of the poem and an examination of its reception history offers readers important insights into the dynamic relationship between religion and wider culture in the nineteenth century, the uses of literature as a vehicle for theological argument and theodicy, and the important but often overlooked role that religion played in literary— and, particularly, Scottish— Romanticism. This work will appeal to scholars of religious history, literary history, Evangelicalism, Romanticism, Scottish literature, and nineteenth- century culture.
Romanticise Your Life: How to find joy in the everyday
by Beth McColl'Romanticise Your Life came at a time when I really needed it. Beth's writing has helped me to discover the joy all around me' - ANNIE LORD, author of NOTES ON HEARTBREAKExploring all areas of life from solo travelling to the joy of friendships, tapping into your Main Character Energy, and taking control of your dating life, in this beautifully illustrated must-have guide Beth McColl shows you how romance is about appreciating the small things, because they can be just as magnificent as meeting the love of your life.Everyday romance might be:· Cooking yourself an elaborate meal· Going on a solo trip to the seaside· Writing a letter to an old friend · Texting someone out of the blue just to let them know you're missing them· Smiling at a handsome stranger on the train just before your stopEmpowered by Beth's uplifting anecdotes and inspiring tips, you will discover that whether it's a grand gesture, or just simply appreciating how the sun rises anew each day, life is about making the most of the moments we're given...Because joy and romance start with you.
The Royal Librarian
by Daisy WoodA royal palace. A closed book. A betrayal that will echo through generations…
The Rule Book: The highly anticipated follow up to the TikTok sensation, THE CHEAT SHEET!
by Sarah AdamsCollege sweethearts meet again years later, in this highly anticipated sequel to the viral TikTok sensation The Cheat Sheet!'Adams dazzles in her latest, a saucy second chance rom-com' Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW ⭐'The Rule Book did not disappoint. . . Their banter, the quirkiness, the iou he keeps GAHHH. I could keep going on for how much I loved this' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I knew I would be obsessed with this book, but truly this one blew me away. I swear, Sarah's writing just keeps getting better and better' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'This book was such a fun ride. I loved Derek and Nora's story. It was a joy to see them process through their individual challenges and insecurities, grow, and ultimately reconnect. It was so so sweet. Sarah Adams just keeps getting better!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'This was by far one of the funniest and exciting sports romance books I've read. I literally loved everything about it' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐.................................................Nora Mackenzie's entire career lies in the hands of famous NFL tight end Derek Pender who also happens to be her extremely hot college ex-boyfriend. Nora didn't end things as gracefully as she could have back then, and now it's come back to haunt her. Derek is her first client as an official full-time sports agent and he's holding a grudge. Derek has set his sights on a little friendly revenge. If Nora Mackenzie, the first girl to ever break his heart, wants to be his agent, oh he'll let her be his agent. The plan is simple: make Nora's life absolutely miserable. But if Derek knows anything about the woman he once loved-she won't quit easily. Instead of giving in, Nora starts a scheme of her own. But then a wild night in Vegas leads to Nora and Derek in bed the next morning married. With their rule book out the window, could this new relationship be the thing to save their careers?
Sabotage Operation (South Beach Security: K-9 Division #1)
by null Caridad PiñeiroThey will protect her at any cost… Owner of a thoroughbred racing stable, Teresa Rodriguez is about to testify against her former trainer. Is he the one behind all the recent sabotage? When security expert Matt Perez joins the investigation, Teresa is grateful for the extra protection. Now, as Matt and his dog, Butter, stand beside her, their attraction can’t be denied. Even as the danger escalates…
Same Time Next Year: The perfect heart-warming, hilarious and feel-good read
by Heidi Stephens'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ This one blew me away''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Heidi's books never fail to pick me up''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Same Time Next Year will have you reaching for the tissues and laughing out loud in equal amounts! I flew through it, unable to put it down''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Absolutely brilliant from start to finish' TWO SISTERS. ONE CRUMBLING HOUSE. WHERE WILL THEY BE SAME TIME NEXT YEAR?Sisters Bel and Marie are poles apart. Whilst Marie is a free spirit who spurns alcohol, casual sex and material possessions, Bel needs all of those things just to make it through to lunchtime.When their mother dies suddenly, leaving them a rundown house on the Norfolk coast, they are unexpectedly thrown together. Because there's a condition: before they can inherit it, they have to live in it for one year - together.Marie invites some old friends to Orchard House to form a working party, and Bel is drawn to the devastatingly handsome, yet silent and brooding, Nick. The only problem is, they want entirely different things . . .If Bel can make it through the year unscathed, she'll consider it a success. But that means dealing with everything she's been sweeping under the rug for decades. Could it be time to leave the past behind and embrace the future? And in doing so, will the sisters finally find their way back to each other?Same Time Next Year is the hilarious, heart-warming and joyful new novel from award-winning author Heidi Stephens about love, life, hope, family and the importance of taking chances. Perfect for fans of Beth Moran, Milly Johnson, Lucy Diamond and Jill Mansell.Readers LOVE Heidi Stephens!'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Witty with a real sense of warmth . . . If you want a great escapist book, this is perfect''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I ABSOLUTELY loved this book! It made me laugh and cry''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ The perfect read!''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Warm and real and honest . . . Genuinely could not recommend this book more''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I read it in one sitting''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ A five-star read that will make you fall in love again''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Perfect comfort reading''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ A delightful and addictive read that ventures beyond pure romance exploring the complexities of love, marriage, and self-discovery''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ One of my favourite reads!'
Sanctuary of the Shadow: The instant New York Times bestseller! A gripping and epic enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance (Elemental Emergence)
by Aurora AscherEnter the circus at your own risk . . . and discover the greatest show on earth in this explosive and darkly magical fantasy novelFor humans, the circus is a place filled with wonder and amazement. For Harrow, it's a place to hide from those who slaughtered her entire clan. Disguising her abilities as part of her act has kept her true identity safe for years.Until he arrives.A strange new attraction with no name, no memory of who – or even what – he is, let alone an explanation for his odd yet deadly powers. But beneath the layers of anger and isolation, one glimpse into his inky eyes reveals a soul that calls out to the loneliness in her own.And so, she chooses him.Harrow is drawn to the darkness, to her insatiable need to soothe the beast who threatens their very existence. But with every secret she unlocks from his past, another from hers is revealed – luring enemies who will stop at nothing to get their final revenge on Harrow. And she's afraid she's given them the perfect weapon against her because he's not what he seems.But maybe it's time they finally learn neither is she…
Sand, Sequins and Silicone: A juicy summer romance that delivers an inside peak into the world of Hollywood
by Pia MiaIn her juicy debut novel, international recording artist Pia Mia gives an intimate, insider peek at love, the ups and downs of fame in the music industry and living life in the Hollywood spotlight----Sand in my toes, wind in my hair, and my friends by my side. . . What more could I ask for? Princess came to LA to make something of herself, to share her music and find real love…She's got an amazing squad of friends and a certain blue-eyed man who she can't get out of her head. With a new single just released, everyone wants a piece of her: party invitations, paparazzi and custom couture dresses abound. She's living her California dream. But Hollywood isn't exactly what she thought it would be. Behind closed doors, there's lies and loneliness disguised by smiles and laughter. It's hard to know who to trust, or what's fake and what's real. Princess just wants success – on her own terms – but needs to make sure she doesn't lose herself in the process.Tropes/themes: 1. Summer romance 2. Parties3. Beach setting4. Coming of age
Savor It: A spicy and charming small-town romance
by Tarah DeWittFilled with spicy summer fun, small-town charm, and Big Feelings, this highly anticipated romcom from the popular TikTok author is her best yet, perfect for fans of B.K. Borison and Sarah Adams.'Brimming with heat, humor, and heart. Real, relatable characters make this read simply unputdownable. Tarah always weaves a world that is easy to get lost in, and Savor It is no exception'ELSIE SILVER 'Equal parts swoon-worthy and poignant, Savor It is deliciously sexy' JULIE SOTO'Savor It immediately captivated me and refused to let go . . . I savoured every gorgeous word until the very last drop' JESSICA JOYCE.......................Summer won't last forever.Sage Byrd has lived in the coastal town of Spunes, Oregon (not to be confused with Forks, Washington) her entire life. She's learned to love her small world, with the misfit animals on her hobby farm, and her friendships with the town's inhabitants. But when her 5-year relationship ends and her ex, town-golden-boy Ian, suddenly gets engaged, Sage needs a win - something that will convince everyone to stop pitying her all the time, and to put Ian in his place. The Festival of Spunes, the town's annual summer competition, would be the perfect opportunity. She just needs a partner.Fisher Lange was a hotshot chef in New York City until the loss of his sister left him numb, grieving, and responsible for his teenage niece Indy. When Fisher loses his Michelin star along with his love of cooking, his boss sends him and Indy to Spunes on a much-needed summer sabbatical to consult on a restaurant opening. But when clashes with the townspeople threaten his last chance to redeem himself and a kiss with his new neighbour Sage leads to dating rumours, a strategic alliance might just be the best way to turn things around.A deal is struck. Sage will improve Fisher's image in the eyes of the town and remove the roadblocks he is facing with the restaurant, and Fisher will be Sage's partner for the competition. But as their pact quickly turns into steamy rendezvous, emotional wounds begin to heal, and the pair tries to savour every moment, they start to realize that summer is racing by much faster than they would like . . ........................Praise for Tarah DeWitt:'It's everything I look for in a romance, deftly blending heart, humor, and the perfect amount of angst' AMY LEA'Pure romance catnip and a master class in yearning. Tarah DeWitt's writing simply wraps you up in joy. Cozy, tender, sexy, hilarious - I adored every word' RACHEL LYNN SOLOMON'Sweet, soft, and brimming with A+ pining, Funny Feelings is a perfect curl-up on the couch read' ROSIE DANAN'Gave me actual LOL moments and so much swoon' LANA FERGUSONDon't miss Tarah's other hit rom-coms, Funny Feelings, Rootbound and The Co-op - out now!
Say You’ll Be My Jaan: The must read fake engagement romcom of the year – the perfect feel good pick me up!
by Naina Kumar'A warm, smart, sexy, and absolutely charming debut' COLLEEN HOOVER, It Ends With Us-----"Think of it like Tinder. Except your parents are the algorithm"Meghna has tried everything to find her jaan: blind dates, the dreaded apps, even attempting conversations with strangers. Everything except arranged marriage.Then Seth, her best friend and the-one-who-got-away, asks her to be his "best man" and suddenly her parent's taste doesn't seem so bad. Which is how she meets the cranky but handsome Karthik, who knows marriage is not for him.They’re the perfect match – if not the one their parents think they are making – and a deal is struck. They’ll announce their engagement: Karthik will be excused from his mother’s set-ups and Meghna will have a date for the wedding from her nightmares.But how can you fake it and get away with it, when you’re not faking it at all?For fans of WEDDING SEASON, SAY YOU'LL BE MY JAAN is brimming with characters you can't help but fall for, off-the-charts chemistry and all the joy of a 90s romcom as it takes a fresh look on that age old search for your other half.-----Everyone’s falling hard for Say You’ll Be My Jaan'The type of South Asian diaspora romance I’ve always wished for. Naina Kumar’s debut is spectacular' Nisha Sharma, Dating Dr. Dil'A fresh and charming story about finding love without losing yourself' Linda Holmes, Evvie Drake Starts Over'This debut about love, culture, family, and friendship is absolutely irresistible?I didn’t want to put it down' Sarah Adler, Mrs. Nash’s Ashes'An instant romance classic!' Farah Heron, Accidentally Engaged'Stuffed to the brim with emotion, chemistry, and all the best microtropes' Ava Wilder, Will They or Won’t They
Saying 'I Do' To The Wrong Greek: Twin Consequences Of That Night / The Secret Of Their Billion-dollar Baby / Saying 'i Do' To The Wrong Greek / A Diamond For His Defiant Cinderella (The Powerful Skalas Twins #1)
by Tara PammiStepping in… to steal his brother's bride! Ani’s wedding will unlock her trust fund and grant her freedom—but she doesn’t expect infuriatingly attractive Xander at the altar! Penniless, Ani can’t afford to walk away. Neither can she risk falling for a man who scorns love…
Saying 'I Do' To The Wrong Greek / A Diamond For His Defiant Cinderella (The Powerful Skalas Twins) / A Diamond for His Defiant Cinderella (Mills & Boon Modern): Saying 'i Do' To The Wrong Greek (the Powerful Skalas Twins) / A Diamond For His Defiant Cinderella
by Tara Pammi Lorraine HallStepping in to steal his brother’s bride! Ani’s wedding will unlock her trust fund and grant her freedom—but she doesn’t expect infuriatingly attractive Xander at the altar! Penniless, Ani can’t afford to walk away. Their craving for each other might be as hot as her temper…but she can't risk falling for a man who scorns love…
Scandalously Bound To The Gentleman (Cranford Estate Siblings #3)
by Helen DicksonA moment of abandon… leads to a scandal!
A Season With Her Forbidden Earl (Least Likely to Wed #3)
by Julia JustissDetermined to stay a spinster For her second Season!
The Secret Beach: The stunning, escapist and gorgeously romantic new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author
by Veronica HenryTHE STUNNING AND ROMANTIC NEW NOVEL FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR VERONICA HENRY!'Dreamy and irresistible!' JILL MANSELL'A summery tale of intrigue, family drama and romance. I loved it!' SARAH MORGANTwenty years.One secret.A promise never to tell...Nikki finally owns the little coastguard cottage of her dreams - and it's a few steps away from the hidden beach that means so much to her.But when a handwritten note lands on her doorstep, she realises it's only a matter of time before the heartbreaking truth of her past is uncovered.Twenty years ago, her whole world was turned upside-down when a terrible storm rolled into the small seaside town of Speedwell.Ever since that night, Nikki has been keeping a secret. One she knows has the potential to destroy the lives of those she loves most.Because as sure as the tide turns, there are no secrets in a small town...Your favourite authors love The Secret Beach:'What an amazing book! Veronica always delivers a cracking read, but this is exceptional' MILLY JOHNSON'Family secrets, a beautiful Cornish setting and a beach like no other... I was swept away!' LUCY DIAMOND'Captivating and romantic. I completely fell in love with Speedwell' HEIDI SWAIN'A wonderful treat of a read!' SUE MOORCROFT'A story filled with so much heart. Simply gorgeous!' LIZ FENWICK'Warm, wise, and completely wonderful. I now want to move to Speedwell immediately' ALEX BROWN
The Secret Ingredient
by Sue Heath‘A delicious story that wraps itself around your heart’ Evie Woods, bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop
The Secret Keepers
by null Tilly BagshaweSome secrets can’t be caged forever … Sweeping from the French Riviera to the wind-blown Cornish cliffs, lose yourself in this spellbinding novel about one golden family – and a devastating secret that binds them, forever… Year after idyllic year, the Challant family retreat to their summer house on the glittering French Riviera. Until one stormy night in 1928 when a local boy suffers a fatal accident in the grounds. Overnight, it becomes a place of ghosts. As time unspools, those dark memories loosen their grip on the four Challant children. And yet the local whispers about that night never quieten, calling them back to the house on the Riviera. A family secret lies waiting in the past. But dare they unlock the truth? _______________________________________________ READERS LOVE ESCAPING WITH TILLY BAGSHAWE'S EPIC, SWEEPING NOVELS: 'A great novel to get totally immersed by' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Her books are always captivating!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It drew me in from the very first page' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is an epic page-turner of love and war' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Such skilled storytelling that draws you in and keeps you gripped throughout' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Tilly Bagshawe is a brilliant, vivid writer, who is a leader in her field. Bravo!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Secret Of Their Billion-Dollar Baby: Twin Consequences Of That Night / The Secret Of Their Billion-dollar Baby / Saying 'i Do' To The Wrong Greek / A Diamond For His Defiant Cinderella (Bound by a Surrogate Baby #2)
by Dani CollinsA good Greek marriage needs an heir… Only this baby comes at a price! Sasha married billionaire Rafael Zamos to escape her stepfather’s control. Although is the gilded cage of her convenient union any better? Lost behind their marital façade, Sasha fiercely protects her heart whilst surrendering to her husband’s intoxicating touch…
The Secret She Kept From The Earl
by Sophia WilliamsOne night with the Earl… Leads to an unexpected consequence!
Secrets for the Three Sisters (Three Sisters #2)
by Annie GrovesThe heartwarming new novel from the author of The District Nurses of Victory Walk.
The Secrets of the Little Greek Taverna: A magical debut celebrating the love you find when you least expect it!
by Erin PalmisanoThe ultimate feel-good read, with a touch of magical realism, this debut novel will delight and charm from start to finish, whisking you away to a Greek island where food and wine are the stuff of life, where friendships lift you up, and love has a way of catching you when you're least expecting it.'The most delicious of novels. . . I dare you not to fall in love!' SORAYA M. LANE'[A]n absolute feast of a novel. . . Readers will fall hard for this romantic story, and even harder for the warm and nurturing group of women telling it, who prove that friendship conjures its own special brand of magic. I devoured it in one sitting' ERIKA MONTGOMERY In a village on Naxos lies a gorgeous guest house and taverna that never opened. Cressida's husband died suddenly - the taverna was their dream - but she's been too lost in grief to keep that dream alive. Marjory "Jory" St James always feels more at home on the move. As if summoned by the island, she arrives on Naxos in the middle of the night and quite unexpectedly becomes Cressida's very first guest. Jory quickly discovers that this trip will be more than just a sightseeing adventure. All the women she meets in the town are more than what they seem. But when a hotel group offers to buy the taverna, it's going to take all of Jory and Cressida's drive and expertise to keep that from happening. With a generous dash of romance, deliciously tempting food, and a growing friendship, can these two women find a way to finally open the little Greek taverna?More fabulous praise for The Secrets of the Little Greek Taverna'[A] love letter to Greece and to listening to one's intuition. Readers will fall head-over-heels for this engaging story that's weaved together by magic' ANNETTE CHRISTIE'This is such a sweet, warm-hearted book brimming with generosity. The characters, the relationships, the food, and the setting are evocatively drawn and had me yearning to escape to a Greek island. A perfect and pleasurable holiday read' ANNE TIERNAN
Secure Love: Create a Relationship That Lasts a Lifetime
by Julie Menanno'A must-read for every couple, at any stage of their relationship' Lori Gottlieb, bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk To Someone'Incredibly wise . . . No romantic partnership should be without it' Jen Sincero, bestselling author of You Are a BadassIn Secure Love, Julie Menanno wants you to focus on a different, deeper question than the commonly asked 'What does a healthy relationship look like?' An expert therapist and founder of the popular Instagram account @TheSecureRelationship, Julie invites us all to consider, what does a securely attached relationship feel like?Moving from the way things look to others to the way they feel, this is a ground-breaking guide to secure attachment in adult relationships. Full of expert advice, Secure Love helps you explore how to increase your capacity for true intimacy. Designed to help you find and sustain love, this book will teach you how to dig into your childhood attachments, label your needs, stay connected during conflict and communicate from a place of vulnerability to build a relationship that lasts a lifetime.'With Secure Love, you'll be armed with eternal wisdom for strengthening your relationship. A must-read for any couple' Dr Sue Johnson, founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT) and bestselling author of Hold Me Tight'Compassionate, humane and extremely helpful . . . Becoming a better partner is a lifelong journey, and Menanno's book is a vital part of that path' Kati Morton, bestselling author of Are u ok?
Seven Summers: An epic love story from the Sunday Times bestselling author
by Paige Toon‘Genuinely unputdownable’ MILLY JOHNSON‘Simply beautiful’ GIOVANNA FLETCHER‘Heart-wrenching and heart-warming’ BETH O'LEARY______________________________Two epic love stories. One impossible choice. The stunning new novel from Paige Toon.Six summers agoLiv and Finn meet working in a bar on the rugged Cornish coastline, their futures full of promise. When a night of passion ends in devastating tragedy they are bound together inextricably. But Finn's life is in LA with his band, and Liv's is in Cornwall with her family - so they make a promise. Finn will return every year, and if they are single they will spend the summer together.This summerLiv crosses paths with Tom - a mysterious new arrival in her hometown. As the wildflowers and heather come into bloom, they find themselves falling for one another. For the first time Liv can imagine a world where her heart isn't broken every year.Now Liv must make an impossible choice. And when she discovers the shocking reason that Tom has left home, she'll need to trust her heart even more . . .______________________________Praise for Seven Summers:‘Paige Toon makes me fall in love and then breaks my heart every single time! Simply beautiful’ Giovanna Fletcher‘A truly beautiful love story, heart-wrenching and heart-warming in equal measure’ Beth O’Leary'Romantic and sweeping, raw and real. I absolutely adored Seven Summers. This book has even more of Paige’s magic than usual’ Lucy Vine'Paige Toon breaks your heart then stitches it back together with expert hands' Carley Fortune‘Poignant, passionate and powerful, this unforgettable story will sweep you away on a giant wave of emotion. Genuinely unputdownable’ Milly Johnson‘Epic, emotional, uplifting! Perfect Paige!’ Heidi Swain‘An epic love story that will keep you guessing until the very last page’ Lucy Diamond‘Happiness and heartbreak, desperate dilemmas and delicious descriptions of the Cornish coast. I had no idea how this book was going to end. It’s going to be huge!’ Jill Mansell'Heart-warming and heart-breaking [...] I dare you to put this book down' Jo Watson‘I can think of no greater pleasure than spending an hour in the company of a Paige Toon book. Set in beautiful, rugged Cornwall, you can smell the sea and feel the blissful ache of the characters’ hearts with the turn of every page. Magical’ Catherine Isaac'She reaches into your heart and pulls it right out. Seven Summers is the ultimate love story' Annabel Monaghan‘An emotional rollercoaster like no other, Seven Summers undid me!’ Zoë Folbigg'Paige Toon's romances are always powerful and poignant and never fail to leave me clutching her book to my chest' Mia Sheridan‘Seven Summers warms your heart, shatters it in pieces, then puts it back together again and again’ Abby Jimenez‘Paige Toon has spun a deeply layered story of hope and heartache that swept me away. I loved it’ K.A. Tucker‘Beautiful, heartbreaking, and hopeful - I don’t think I’ll ever get over this book. Be prepared to fall in love, cry, and take these characters into your heart. I could not have loved this more’ Emily Stone‘This gorgeous tale of soulmates who meet every summer ripped my heart to shreds and then put it back together, giving me all the feels I want in a novel’ Rachel Johns
The Shadow Network (WW2 Secret Agent Series)
by Deborah Swift‘A superbly plotted historical drama… highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf One woman must sacrifice everything to uncover the truth in this enthralling historical novel, inspired by the true World War Two campaign Radio Aspidistra…
Shadows in the Ashes: The breathtaking new dual-time novel from the author of ECHOES OF THE RUNES
by Christina CourtenayBrimming with romance, adventure and vivid historical detail, Christina Courtenay's gripping dual-time novel travels from the present day to the fires of ancient Pompeii.The sunlight caught her gold bracelet, sending a flash that almost blinded her.She closed her eyes, but jumped when the earth started shaking and there was an almighty boom behind her.Present DayFinally escaping an abusive marriage, Caterina Rossi takes her three-year-old daughter and flees to Italy. There she's drawn to research scientist Connor, who needs her translation help for his work on volcanology. Together they visit the ruins of Pompeii and, standing where Mount Vesuvius unleashed its fire on the city centuries before, Cat begins to see startling visions. Visions that appear to come from the antique bracelet handed down through her family's generations...AD 79Sold by his half-brother and enslaved as a gladiator in Roman Pompeii, Raedwald dreams only of surviving each fight, making the coin needed to return to his homeland and taking his revenge. That is, until he is hired to guard beautiful Aemilia. As their forbidden love grows, Raedwald's dreams shift like the ever more violent tremors of the earth beneath his feet.The present starts eerily to mirror the past as Cat must fight to protect her safety, and to forge a new path from the ashes of her old life.......................................................Just some of the rich praise for Christina Courtenay's pacy, evocative and romantic novels including Echoes of the Runes, The Runes of Destiny and Promises of the Runes, out now:'I've been looking forward to this book . . . and it far exceeded my hopes and expectations. Romantic, fascinating and gripping, it's one of my favourites of the series' NICOLA CORNICK'As a reader, I was delighted and absorbed accompanying Ivor on his quest to the 9th Century. Courtenay writes so beautifully, drawing you in to each scene, that time and pages slip by effortlessly' ERIN GREEN'Whenever I need a break from the Twenty-First Century, I read one of Christina Courtenay's novels' SUE MOORCROFT 'I wonder if I, too, can find a way to travel back in time... If not, reading this book was the next best thing' GILL STEWART'Seals Christina Courtenay's crown as the Queen of Viking Romance' CATHERINE MILLER'This epic romance is sure to sweep you off your feet!' TAKE A BREAK'An absorbing story, fast-paced and vividly imagined' PAMELA HARTSHORNE'A love story and an adventure, all rolled up inside a huge amount of intricately-detailed, well-researched history. Thoroughly enjoyable' KATHLEEN MCGURL
Shirley Jackson’s Dark Tales: Reconsidering the Short Fiction
by Joan Passey and Robert LloydThe first dedicated exploration of the short fiction of Shirley Jackson for three decades, this volume takes an in-depth look at the themes and legacies of her 200-plus short stories. Recognized as the mother of contemporary horror, scholars from across the globe, and from a range of different disciplinary backgrounds, dig into the lasting impact of her work in light of its increasing relevance to contemporary critical preoccupations and the re-release of Jackson's work in 2016. Offering new methodologies to study her work, this volume calls upon ideas of intertextuality, ecocriticism and psychoanalysis to examine a broad range of themes from national identity, race, gender and class to domesticity, the occult, selfhood and mental illness. With consideration of her blockbuster works alongside later works that received much less critical attention, Shirley Jackson's Dark Tales promises a rich and dynamic expansion on previous scholarship of Jackson's oeuvre, both bringing her writing into the contemporary conversation, and ensuring her place in the canon of Horror fiction.
The Sicilian's Deal For 'I Do': Cinderella's One-night Baby / Awakened In Her Enemy's Palazzo / The Sicilian's Deal For I Do / Pregnancy Clause In Their Paper Marriage (Brooding Billionaire Brothers #1)
by Clare ConnellyDeliciously reunited with his jilted bride!
The Sicilian's Deal For 'I Do' / Pregnancy Clause In Their Paper Marriage: Cinderella's One-night Baby / Awakened In Her Enemy's Palazzo / The Sicilian's Deal For I Do / Pregnancy Clause In Their Paper Marriage
by Clare Connelly Kate HewittDeliciously reunited with his jilted bride!
The Sinfully Yours Collection
by Cat Schield Sheri WhiteFeather Avril Tremayne Caroline Anderson Lauren Hawkeye Yasmin Y. Sullivan Yahrah St. John Heidi Betts Cathy Williams Harmony Evans Natalie Anderson Jules Bennett Kat Cantrell Judy Lynn Hubbard Melanie Milburne Michelle Smart Taryn Leigh Taylor Naima SimoneSpice and all things nice with The Sinfully Yours Collection
Sinfully Yours (Dynasties (Dynasties: Seven Sins) / Hidden Ambition / Consequence of His Revenge: Ruthless Pride (dynasties: Seven Sins) / Hidden Ambition / Consequence Of His Revenge
by Naima Simone Jules Bennett Dani CollinsPlaying with fire
Sinfully Yours (Kimani Hotties) / His Innocent's Passionate Awakening / Guilty Pleasure: These Arms Of Mine (kimani Hotties) / His Innocent's Passionate Awakening / Guilty Pleasure
by Judy Lynn Hubbard Melanie Milburne Taryn Leigh TaylorA passionate surprise
Single Mum's Alaskan Adventure / Rescued By The Australian Gp (Mills & Boon Medical): Single Mum's Alaskan Adventure / Rescued By The Australian Gp
by Louisa Heaton Emily ForbesOld friends…new beginnings?
A Sister's Hope: a completely addictive historical fiction saga novel for 2024 (Raven Hall Saga Ser.)
by Mollie WaltonFinalist for the Romantic Novelist Association's 'The Romantic Saga Award 2023' for A Mother's WarNorth Yorkshire, 1941.It's been two years since war broke out and the dangers of war are becoming ever more real for the Calvert-Lazenby family. With Raven Hall requisitioned as a maternity hospital, Rosina is rushed off her feet helping to care for the new young mothers and barely has the time to worry about young sergeant Harry who has been posted abroad. Until foreboding news arrives . . .Meanwhile, against Rosina's wishes, eighteen-year-old Connie decides to leave school and move to Scarborough to train as a carpenter's apprentice, sharing a flat with her friend Stella and the mysterious Valentine. Valentine is enigmatic and Connie would love to get to know her better, but little does she know how things will get much worse for them both . . .Nowhere is safe in wartime.Praise for Mollie Walton:'Mollie Walton captures your attention from the very first page and doesn't let go!' Diney Costeloe'A Journey. Compelling. Addictive' Val Wood'Feisty female characters, an atmospheric setting ... A phenomenal read' Cathy Bramley'Evocative, dramatic and hugely compelling. I loved it' Miranda Dickinson
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.
Smoky Mountains Graveyard (A Tennessee Cold Case Story #5)
by Lena DiazSix bodies. No suspect. A killer on the loose…