Genre Fiction

From the author of The Slum Angel. 1864 – Suddenly left as the head of the family, Kitty McKenzie must find her inner strength to keep her family together against the odds. Evicted from their resplendent home in the fashionable part of York after her parents’ deaths, Kitty must fight the legacy of bankruptcy and homelessness to secure a home for her and her siblings. Through sheer willpower and determination she grabs opportunities with both hands from working on a clothes and rag stall in the market to creating a teashop for the wealthy. Her road to happiness is fraught with obstacles of hardship and despair, but she refuses to let her dream of a better life for her family die. She soon learns that love and loyalty brings its own reward.

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Two families at war and Alice finds herself caught in the middle. Can she re-write a story as old as time?

When cutbacks force Alice out of her assistant manager role at a Devonshire stately home, she turns her sights elsewhere: the picturesque hills above the historic city of Parma. An aristocratic Italian family are looking to open their medieval castle to the public, and Alice is just the woman for the job.

Four years ago, a life-changing accident pushed Alice into depression, but the beauty and charm of the Italian countryside works its magic in brightening her days. Especially when she keeps bumping into handsome Luca… But rivalries run deep in the town, and Alice’s work – not to mention her potential love life – are caught in the middle of a long-standing feud between two families.

With her job and future happiness in peril, can Alice save the future of the castle, and bring two warring families together?

A gorgeous and uplifting romance, for fans of Rosanna Ley, Sue Moorcroft and Lucy Coleman.

Praise for Change of Heart

‘The characters are strong, well developed, and truly relatable. The plot moved along quickly and the description of the setting once again left me with a desire to go back to Italy.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

‘I loved the character of Luca and I could picture the beautiful scenery with the turn of each page. A great read!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

‘I loved the strong and clever heroine. The plot is lovely, fast-paced and made me root for the characters. A well plotted, poignant, and compelling story that I strongly recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

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In 1960, a young woman discovers a freedom she never knew existed in this exhilarating, funny, and emotional novel by the bestselling author of She’s Up to No Good.

When Marilyn Kleinman is caught making out with the rabbi’s son in front of the whole congregation, her parents ship her off to her great-aunt Ada for the summer. If anyone can save their daughter’s reputation, it’s Philadelphia’s strict premier matchmaker. Either that or Marilyn can kiss college goodbye.

To Marilyn’s surprise, Ada’s not the humorless septuagenarian her mother described. Not with that platinum-blonde hair, Hermès scarf, and Cadillac convertible. She’s sharp, straight-talking, takes her job very seriously, and abides by her own rules…mostly. As the summer unfolds, Ada and Marilyn head for the Jersey shore, where Marilyn helps Ada scope out eligible matches—for anyone but Marilyn, that is.

Because if there’s one thing Marilyn’s learned from Ada, it’s that she doesn’t have to settle. With the school year quickly approaching and her father threatening to disinherit her, Marilyn must make her choice for her future: return to the comfortable life she knows or embrace a risky, unknown path on her own.

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*** 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’

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You are cordially invited to your Happy Ever After…

Emma Love is a matchmaker who believes in old fashioned courtship, over swiping left or right. She’s inspired by Jane Austen, Bridgerton and a thousand and one perfect romance stories, where matches were made at elegant soirees and not by sliding into your intended’s DMs.

This year, Emma is inviting you to a very special social season, where a hopeful singleton might find their own Mr Darcy waiting under the mistletoe. At a series of glamorous, festive, and, most importantly, romantic events, Emma is making it her mission to find love for everyone this Christmas Season.

How will she fare trying to find perfect matches for the Price twins, both too busy trying to outdo the other to ever look for love? Can she encourage the sexy Season rake, Theo, to change his ways? And what of Hope Lucas, who Emma has failed to match before, but who still has faith that Mr Right is out there?

And with Emma so focused on finding everybody else’s happy ever after, is she at risk of letting her own perfect match slip away?

Welcome to the Christmas Season.

An uplifting, original and romantic read that fans of Lex Croucher and Lindsey Kelk will love.

Readers are loving The Christmas Season:

‘A heartwarming, magical romance guaranteed to give you the warm and fuzzies.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘Perfect for the upcoming holiday season. The cover is absolutely gorgeous…but the storyline is equally adorable.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘With an element of Bridgerton…this is a cute little romantic book about finding love but also finding yourself. Prefect winter read by the fire.’ Reader review

‘The concept is fantastic. I love the idea of a modern Regency season where people are encouraged to let go of the instant gratification of online dating and seek meaningful connections.’ Reader Review

‘A quick and cute read…I adore the concept of an old-fashioned season in modern times.’ Reader Review

‘This was a super lightweight, very quick read…gave me Love Actually vibes.’ Reader Review

Praise for Ally Sinclair:

‘I loved it! Clever, romantic, funny and completely different!’ Katie Fforde

‘I adored this witty, joyous romp of a tale.’ Liz Fenwick

‘Such a good book. I liked the characters, I loved reading their stories as they unfurled.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘What a fun read!…Three very modern romances occur against a backdrop of Regency recreation.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘Devoured this book…A modern-day must for lovers of Jane Austen. Cannot wait for the next book in the series. Highly recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘I loved this book, the characters and the atmosphere. It was perfection.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘This was such a cute read! It takes readers back in time…Emma and Mr Knight were an irresistible combo.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘I loved the way Ally Sinclair brought elements of Jane Austen and flair of Bridgerton into a funny romance. I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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A Secret Workshop. A Daring Thief. A Clandestine Love. Will A Miracle Bring Two Hearts From Different Worlds Together This Christmas?

When Fiona McVey learns her father’s secret, she is astonished. Donal McVey has been playing the role of Father Christmas to the impoverished children of Old Town and Fiona’s eyes are opened to the despairing poverty that clings to the cobblestone streets.

Alistair, an orphaned street child, has long since adapted to the harsh realities of life, Transforming into a savvy thief, skilful and elusive, he’s built a life of shadows, constantly evading the clutches of the law. However, fate intervenes when he uncovers a nefarious plan to rob the workshop that makes Christmas magic for Old Town’s neediest. Lying in wait, Alistair becomes an unexpected saviour, rescuing Fiona from the clutches of a menacing gang.

Years later, their paths cross again, and the electric connection between them leaves an imprint on her heart. But when Alistair makes a choice that horrifies Fiona, her intervention triggers a catastrophic event that leaves her family shattered and her world in tatters. With no option but to tread the perilous streets of Old Town under a new identity, she dresses as a man, her path rife with danger and now in direct opposition to Alistair.

As Christmas approaches, and snowflakes blur the lines between right and wrong, Fiona must make a choice. Can Fiona and Alistair find the miracle that eludes them, or will the weight of their decisions extinguish all hope for a love?

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An Abandoned Child And A Wealthy Heir. This Christmas Terrible Secrets Will Be Revealed.

When young Betty is abandoned at the age of five, her life takes a turn she could never have imagined. Found by Martha Evans, a kind-hearted servant, and brought into the Bromley home as Martha’s Little One, she makes an unlikely friend in Will Bromley, the young son to the heir to the Bromley estate. Yet, when Will’s cruel father, Harold, inherits the household, darkness descends, shattering their sanctuary.

With Will destined to wed socialite Olive Hanson, their future looks grim. But Olive isn’t blind to the special bond between Will and Betty, and in a malicious act, she orchestrates a plot that leads to Betty’s ultimate downfall.

Accused, betrayed, and heartbroken, Betty finds herself cast out, alone and friendless, standing at the doors of a bleak workhouse. There she faces an enemy from her past, who harbours a chilling secret about Betty’s true parentage.

As Christmas approaches, a web of secrets, betrayals, and shattered hopes unfold. The Little One’s Christmas Dream is a tale teeming with drama, where love is pitted against insidious deceit, and where the spirit of Christmas could either be a beacon of light or the final blow in a life riddled with hardship. Can Will find a way to defy his family and redeem his one true love? Will Betty uncover the dark secrets of her past and find a new path to happiness? In a world of shifting loyalties and unrevealing truths, one fateful Christmas could change everything.

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“Gwen sought to protect her family. She never fathomed the depths of tragedy she’d face.”

In the oppressive shadow of the cotton mill, the Hopewell family’s spirit is nearly crushed. The grind of machinery and relentless hours weigh heavily on young Gwen and her sister, Roberta. The loss of their father to the mill’s clutches and their mother’s ruined legs are constant reminders of the high cost of survival. But when a tragedy befalls Teddy, their youngest, the family’s already fragile foundation shatters and a heart-wrenching decision by their mother propels them towards an even grimmer fate, the unforgiving doors of the workhouse loom large.

There, separated from their ailing mother, Gwen and Roberta cling to each other. It’s within these walls they meet Nick, a kind-hearted soul who seeks to help them and soon a sweet love begins to blossom. But behind the workhouse walls, treachery is rife and Gwen’s attempts to protect her sister come at a shocking price and Gwen, Nick and Roberta are cast to the streets.

Now the trio must brave the dangerous streets and alleyways, doing whatever they can to survive, but when Nick’s brave attempt to avoid arrest ends in a plunge into the dark waters, and Roberta vanishes, leaving behind only a haunting smear of blood, Gwen is heartbroken fearing them dead. Now Gwen must grapple with heartbreak once more and find her way in the unforgiving life of the London alleyways.

“In a world where loyalties are tested and bonds are shattered, will Gwen find the strength to move forward? Can she uncover the fate of her loved ones and rebuild the fragments of their broken family? Embark on a poignant journey of resilience, love, and one family’s battle against insurmountable odds.

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Alice Thorton is only five years old when her parents are killed in an accident. Together with her two little sisters, she is sent to live in a dismal part of London near the docks. Her grandfather loves them, but Christmas is a quiet, lonely affair in his little cottage.

As the streets surrounding them turn dangerous, the girls are confined to the cottage. Alice’s only friend is Charlie Tillman, a cheerful young dockworker who is always looking out for her and her sisters. But Alice’s entire world crumbles one Christmas when her grandfather has no choice but to send them away to their aunt—an aunt who dotes on the two littlest ones but wants nothing to do with Alice.

Alice’s quest is to return home to her grandfather and Charlie, but with every passing Christmas, it becomes more and more impossible. She struggles though devastating jobs, deceitful masters, and eventual homelessness. It will take one last great miracle to bring both Charlie and Alice home in time for Christmas.

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Jane knows how very lucky she is not to be hungry and desperate this Christmas. She tries to use her luck to help others, but everything is changing, and whether she likes it or not, she is at the very centre of those changes.

Jane has been working for the Berringford Foundation for a long time now. She does good work, and she is passionate about helping people who don’t have enough to eat at Christmas, or on any other day of the year.

But some items have gone missing from wealthy people’s houses, and those same wealthy people appear on a list of potential patrons the charity has approached. Trouble is knocking, and soon everybody’s going to be swept into its path.

Alvin has been tasked with the job of investigating the robberies. It’s not his dream assignment, but he has no choice. He does it begrudgingly up until the moment he meets Jane, at which point he finds an enthusiasm he’d long forgotten.

With Winter in full swing, and Christmas only weeks away, Jane just wants to see to it that everybody is looked after, while Alvin is struggling with the morality of what he must do.

Events, along with their emotions, are spiralling out of their control.

The Christmas Thief is the story of two people brought together by fate, each with their own troubles, worries and secrets. Is this the greatest love either of them will ever know, or should they never have crossed paths at all?

By the time Christmas arrives, neither of them will have any doubt.

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Grumpy meets Sunshine in this hilarious festive romcom that will have you wishing for a HEA!

Sutton Alsop hates Christmas. So much so, when confronted with a house that looks like Santa himself vomited Christmas all over it, she accidentally (drunkenly) destroys every fairy light, fake reindeer and candy cane in sight. Unfortunately for Sutton, this house belongs to none other than Gus Langston, single dad and owner of the village’s year-round Christmas shop – aka Mr Christmas himself.

But Mr Christmas has a secret only Sutton knows…

With the two of them forced together for the holidays, the sparks between them are hot enough to melt even the coldest of hearts!

Readers have fallen in love with Confessions of a Christmasholic

‘I finished this in one afternoon (or 2 coffees, a cup of tea and half of a beer).’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This may be my new holiday romcom of choice.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved this book and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a cute romcom.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This is a cute, humorous romance tale. Perfect for getting you in the mood for Christmas.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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No one is above the law…

From New York Times bestseller John Lescroart comes an exhilarating look at a trial that will change the lives of everyone it touches. Guilt is a legal thriller perfect for fans of J.J. Miller and John Sandford.

‘A great thriller: breakneck pacing, electrifying courtroom scenes, and a cast of richly crafted characters’ – People

Influential San Francisco attorney Mark Dooher – affluent, powerful, totally in control – is accustomed to getting what he wants. When he meets a beautiful young attorney, he decides he wants her, too. But Mark Dooher is a married man, and as legal counsel for San Francisco’s Archdiocese, divorce is not exactly an option. Then Dooher’s wife is murdered, and Mark becomes a suspect in the case. Even then, there’s no cause for alarm. The woman he wants is close by his side. His best friend, the ever-loyal Wes Farrell, is his defense lawyer. And his own client, the Catholic Church, is in his pocket. Nothing – not past crimes, current scandal, or future desires – is going to stop him. Except, perhaps, the truth…

What readers are saying about Guilt:

‘Strong characters lead the way in this genuine page turner. A great build up and masterful misdirection’

‘Finely drawn characters drive the plot’

‘The courtroom scenes are crafted beautifully’

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Snuggle up ready for winter with this gorgeous cosy romance!

Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what

Fashion designer Libby Carter has always loved weddings, so when her brother finds himself in a bind and asks her to step in and plan the perfect winter wonderland wedding for guests at his hotel, Starcross Manor, she happily takes on the challenge. But this is no ordinary Christmas wedding and when everything starts to go awry Libby asks gorgeous videographer Guy Hart for help.

This isn’t single dad Guy’s usual gig – and he is not a fan of weddings – but saying no to vivacious Libby isn’t an option … especially when saying yes leads to one very unforgettable kiss under the mistletoe!

Readers can’t get enough of the Loveheart Lane series:

‘Christie Barlow has fast become one of my favourite authors! Her books are a ray of sunshine when you read them, even if sad things happen’ Sinead

‘A lovely romantic story that will make you smile and god knows we need it’ Tara

‘I absolutely adored this book…gave a warm feeling as you read each page’ Suzanne

‘There’s pretty much nothing I want more now than to escape to a small Scottish town and live in a cottage… sweet and cozy and a nice escape from the wild reality we are all currently living in’ Nicole

‘A cosy and heartwarming read, exactly what I needed now’ Anna Maria

‘Christie Barlow has rapidly become one of my favorite cozy romance writers’ Mackey

‘I loved Clover Cottage…This series is quickly becoming one of my favorites!’ Kristin

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Perfect for fans of The Pumpkin Spice Café ☕

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Full of festive cheer, heartwarming romance and cute dogs – loved it! Bella Osborne, author of One Family Christmas

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You won’t want to miss this festive treat!
Katie Ginger, author of The Perfect Christmas Gift

‘Tis the season to fall in love

A year since she was dumped by her fiancé, the last thing Reggie Somerville wants is to come back home for Christmas. But when her parents announce their plans for a lavish Christmas wedding she has no choice. She expects to face town gossip, she does not expect to run into her first love Toby, or deal with the feelings he stirs in her…

Dena Somerville is single and pregnant-on purpose. Wanting a family her way she’s determined to do it alone. She didn’t expect the distraction of a handsome musician checking into her inn-and one snow-kissed moment-to make her question what she really wants this Christmas…

As the Christmas wedding draws closer, these two sisters may just find the most unexpected gift of all—love.

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Perfect for fans of:

Gilmore Girls ????

Second chance romance ????

Small-town settings ????

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Readers Love The Christmas Wedding Guest

‘The Christmas Wedding Guest is a delight. It’s so good that I didn’t want it to finish and rationed chapters to make it last longer.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

‘Grab a blanket and a hot chocolate and snuggle down for the most delightful Christmas romantic comedy. So uplifting and loads of feel good moments it’s like having a hug in a book.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

‘Highly, highly recommend this book and I need to find more of Susan’s Christmas books to read!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

‘The characters are wonderful, the town is great. I laughed, I cried and I am so glad there will be more to come. I love the multiple HEA’s.’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

‘You cannot go wrong with Susan Mallery’s Books, they are the ultimate in Rom-Com’s and this is quite possibly my favourite so far!’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Fiery registrar Sophie Harrison has never been more furious! She is convinced the new director of surgery has been appointed only for his title. Baron Rupert Charles Radley is a man never out of the gossip rags, with a different woman in tow each week. Experience tells her not to trust men of his class.

Charlie turns out to be gorgeous. Yet after being stalked by paparazzi and finding pictures of the two of them splashed across Celebrity Life magazine, Sophie is determined to keep a low profile. Except, she’s slowly learning that beneath the prestige, title and white coat is a genuine, caring and very sexy man!

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GET INTO THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WITH THIS GORGEOUS COLLECTION OF **THREE** HEART-WARMING AND UPLIFTING YULETIDE ROMANCES FROM AN AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect Christmas story.’Souffle Girl

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a funny, heart-warming and poignant Christmas story which made me laugh and cry but left me with a sense of hope for the future.’ Damaskcat

This feel-good box set of three utterly perfect festive novellas is perfect for fans of Marian Keyes, Jessica Redland and Sophie Kinsella.

IN THE THREE-BOOK CHRISTMAS TREATS BOX SET:

BOOK 1: THE ART OF CHRISTMAS
It’s been nearly two years since Harriet unexpectedly lost her husband Jonno, but she’s decided that it’s finally time to celebrate Christmas again. Then Harriet comes across Jonno’s graphic novels in the attic and takes them to an eccentric local dealer, Kell Foxton. What he tells her about the books turns her world upside down and leads her to question everything she knew about Jonno. As she grows closer to Kell, Harriet begins to suspect there may be a way to learn to love Christmas again and move forward, after all . . .

BOOK 2: THE BOYS OF CHRISTMAS
Mattie Arden is still reeling from the toxic relationship she’s escaped. So when she receives a letter in the run up to Christmas, informing her she’s inherited a house from her great aunt, it’s a welcome distraction. But there’s a catch — she only gets the house if she follows Aunt Milly’s instructions to scatter her ashes over ‘the boys of Christmas’. Completely confused, Mattie takes her best friend Toby to a seaside village and they end up snowed in for Christmas. But Mattie soon realizes that several clues to her future have been right in front of her this whole time . . .

BOOK 3: CHRISTMAS AT THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL
Teacher Lydia is most definitely not full of Christmas spirit. It’s going to be a tricky term when she’s tasked with putting on a Christmas show with the pupils from her small Yorkshire school for the local elderly people’s home. The only distraction from choreographing sugar plum dance routines and reindeer costume malfunctions is her dishy colleague Jake. Even as a teacher, she’s still being taught a couple of lessons. And one might be in opening her heart to Christmas . . . or the impossible: love. But what better time for a miracle than Christmas?

Winner of the 2018 Romantic Novel of the Year Rose Award.

READERS LOVE JANE LOVERING’S CHRISTMAS STORIES:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love this author. Her characters are not mainstream and are flawed, which makes for unusual plots and people you feel are real.’ Barasmile

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a warm, funny story, beautifully written.’ Yvette Harris

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another super entertaining little gem from the pen of Jane Lovering — she can’t write them fast enough for me.’ Gill L.

DON’T MISS OUT! YOU GET ALL *THREE* OF THESE FESTIVE NOVELLAS IN THIS STUNNING BOX SET.Chris

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Two devoted sisters at a tragic breaking point discover the beautiful and painful truths of being alive in a powerful novel by Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Jamie Beck.

Winning the lottery changed Amy Walsh’s life, but the cost was greater than she could bear. In the aftermath, she struggles to find joy and purpose. Only one thing feels certain now—she will never spend one cent of the prize money on herself.

Worried, her older sister, Kristin DeMarco, invites Amy to live with her family while she heals. Unfortunately, this arrangement leads to trouble for Kristin: Divided focus affects her career. Her daughter prefers Amy to her. And Amy’s unsolicited opinions provoke tension between Kristin and her husband.

Meanwhile, Amy is making drastic plans of her own, which include giving away all her money. But first she must convince Kristin not to squander her most valuable asset—time with her family.

As the sisters help each other reimagine their futures, life’s unpredictability sends them to surprising places that test their love and resilience. Will they learn to live in the now, before it’s too late?

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The international bestseller: a hilarious, heartfelt story of all-consuming and unexpected love

‘If you’ve ever been young, you will love The Rachel Incident like I did’ – GABRIELLE ZEVIN, author of Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow

‘Funny, nostalgic, sexy’ MONICA HEISEY, author of Really Good, Actually

‘Easily 13/10 … Funny, lovely, romantic, drenched in nostalgia’ MARIAN KEYES

‘Hilarious, wise and wonderfully written’ GRAHAM NORTON

‘A stormer of a novel’ I NEWS

‘Sharply witty, warm-hearted and wise’ GUARDIAN

‘Deeply relatable and extremely funny’ OBSERVER

‘A headlong read about being young and hopelessly in lust’ SUNDAY TIMES

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The Rachel Incident is an all-consuming love story. But it’s not the one you’re expecting. It’s unconventional and messy. It’s young and foolish. It’s about losing and finding yourself. But it is always about love.

When Rachel falls in love with her married professor, Dr Byrne, her best friend James helps her devise a plan to seduce him. But what begins as a harmless crush soon pushes their friendship to its limits. Over the course of a year they will find their lives ever more entwined with the Byrnes’ and be faced with impossible choices and a lie that can’t be taken back…

‘A deliciously complicated and very real romance with some refreshing twists. O’Donoghue captures all the intensity of messy young love’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

‘A book full of love, and it is extremely easy to love reading it’ VOGUE

‘Perfectly captures the intensity and high and lows of first love, and it’s also very, very funny’ RED MAGAZINE

‘Chaos at its finest’ STYLIST

‘Books by Irish women writers are hot these days, and this novel is on fire’ PEOPLE MAGAZINE, Book of the Week

‘Filled with humour and heart … You’ll gobble up The Rachel Incident in one bite’ DAILY EXPRESS
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Early readers are falling in love with The Rachel Incident:

‘Her best book yet – this is going to be huge’ READER REVIEW

‘A triumph of a novel’ READER REVIEW

‘Extremely witty, charming and humorous’ READER REVIEW

‘Perfection. I want to delete it from my brain so I can read it for the first time again’ READER REVIEW

‘Delightfully addictive’ READER REVIEW

‘Big-hearted, witty and expertly crafted’ – SLOANE CROSLEY, author of Cult Classic

‘Hilarious’ – ANNIE LORD, author of Notes on Heartbreak

‘Funny, poignant, heart-breaking’ – BARBARA TRAPIDO, author of Brother of the More Famous Jack

‘I really loved this book’ – EMER MCLYSAGHT, author of Oh My God What a Complete Aisling

‘Absorbing and funny and honest and horny’ LIZZIE HUXLEY-JONES, author of Make You Mine This Christmas

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‘The most charming, utterly lovely story I’ve read in ages… this is one of my books of the year’ RED

‘This joyous novel is a feast for the senses, as well as the soul’ JOANNA NELL

A warm-hearted debut novel set in the beautiful coastal city of Chennai, for fans of Alexander McCall Smith, Joanna Nell and Graeme Simsion.

Grand Life Apartments is a middle-class apartment block surrounded by lush gardens in the coastal city of Chennai, India. It is the home of Kamala, a pious, soon-to-be retired dentist who spends her days counting down to the annual visits from her daughter who is studying in the UK. Her neighbour, Revathi, is a thirty-two-year-old engineer who is frequently reminded by her mother that she has reached her expiry date in the arranged marriage market. Jason, a British chef, has impulsively moved to India to escape his recent heartbreak in London.

The residents have their own complicated lives to navigate, but what they all have in common is their love of where they live, so when a developer threatens to demolish the apartments and build over the gardens, the community of Grand Life Apartments is brought even closer together to fight for their beautiful home…

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‘I loved this heartwarming read’ PRIMA

‘It’s utterly entrancing – so humane and funny, and so seeped in India that I could smell the cooking and breathe the exhaust fumes. I absolutely loved it from start to finish.’ DEBORAH MOGGACH

‘I was put in mind of Armistead Maupin’s Tales of the City . . . a distinctive and evocative voice’ GRAEME SIMSION

‘Warm, gorgeous, tender, hopeful and human. I felt so HAPPY when I was reading it’ DAISY BUCHANAN

‘An enchanting hug of a book with characters that you’ll really root for’ NIKKI MAY

‘A super warm and lovely read … Should have a warning though: WILL MAKE YOU HUNGRY!’ KATE SAWYER

‘Hema Sukumar’s debut is an absolute joy. I loved being transported to the Grand Life Apartments and I was bewitched by the characters, colours and tastes of Chennai. Please can I move in forever?’ CLARE POOLEY

‘A gorgeous, beautifully-written story, full of wonderfully charming characters – and a loveable cat.’ NICK BRADLEY

‘Written with such warmth … full of life and love. Hema Sukumar’s lovely characters became like friends to me, and I adored spending time with them.’ SARA ADAMS

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This is a witch story unlike any other.

Lux has lost everything when Else finds her in the woods. Her family, her lover, her home – all burned. The world is suspicious of women like her. But Lux is cunning; she knows how to blend into the background. And she knows a lot about poisons.

Else needs Lux’s help to destroy the man who wronged her. But on their hunt they will uncover dark secrets that entangle them with dangerous adversaries.

From the snowy winter woods to the bright midnight sun; from lost and powerless to finding your path, Now She is Witch conjures a world where women grasp at power through witchcraft, sexuality and performance, and sometimes by throwing each other to the wolves.

‘A story that will hold you tight and not let go’ Stylist

‘Mesmerising and evocative…There are echoes of everything from the Brothers Grimm to Angela Carter’ Observer

‘Powerful, imaginative, compelling – myth-making at its best’ Val McDermid

‘An impassioned reclaiming of female desire…absorbingly atmospheric’ Daily Mail

‘Spooky, timeless, feminist, inventive, unsettling’ Viv Groksop

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Their alliance was born out of necessity, but as danger closes in, destiny seems to have more in store for them.

Fleeing an abusive suitor and her father’s relentless greed, Amanda’s desperate escape leads her to the Dickinsons’ remote ranch, accompanied only by her loyal cat, Cinnamon.

Donnie, marked by his own past, hesitantly takes in the wounded Amanda. When her father arrives, demanding a rushed marriage to salvage his daughter’s honor, a reluctant deal of convenience emerges.

But with her vengeful fiancé determined to reclaim her, danger closes in with each passing day. How can their alliance evolve into something more?

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Noel Remy has been so busy at his Christmas store, Snow Cute, that it takes a lot of persuading for him to finally go home to Signet Falls this Christmas. While the thought of leaving his business unattended is on his mind, there’s also the memories of his first crush back home that he has kept locked away for years.

Cooper Laurier has no great Christmas memories. Being in the humbug spirit is more his thing. When his parents suggest a family Christmas in Signet Falls, he reluctantly agrees, even if there’s only one good memory he has from growing up there.

In their past, Noel was the geeky nerd and Cooper was the popular athlete. Obliged to work together in high school, they learned that there was more to the other than meets the eye. An unlikely friendship, with a tentative wish for something more, began to blossom … until life caused it to wither away just as quickly.

Now, ten years later, they run into each other again in Signet Falls. Through Christmas festivities and holiday spirit, how will their relationship turn out. Have they forgotten about each other or is there still a spark and a second chance for love?

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The Romance of Lust, or Early Experiences is a Victorian erotic novel published anonymously in four volumes during the years 1873–1876 by William Lazenby. The novel is told in first person, and the protagonist of the novel is Charlie Roberts. Charlie possesses a large penis, much virility, and a seemingly insatiable sexual appetite. Charlie describes his sexual initiation as an adolescent — as he is “approaching fifteen”. He catalogs his sexual experiences including incest with his sisters Eliza and Mary, sex with his governesses, and his later sexual exploits with various male and female friends, and acquaintances. Besides incest, the book deals with a variety of sexual activities, including orgies, masturbation, lesbianism, flagellation, fellatio, cunnilingus, gay sex, anal sex, and double penetration. Taboo subjects such as homosexuality, incest, and pedophilia are common themes in the novel.

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