Literature & Fiction
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Spring Tide (Coastal University Book 1)
HARPER St. James is the type of girl who thrives on the idea of life’s simple pleasures: a half-melted ice cream cone on a summer’s day, a puppy licking sand from a baby’s face, a gentle wave that crests and breaks on the ocean’s shore.For quite some time, Harper’s been harboring a secret crush on Nate Gunderson, fellow Coastal U student and MLB-hopeful. In order to spend more time with him this semester, she finds herself spinning a ridiculous web of lies. Her first step . . . convincing her sports med professor that she’s been dating a football player. After all, if she’s romantically involved, it simply wouldn’t be right for her to keep an internship with their team.
Unfortunately for Harper, this silly, frantic excuse to switch assignments quickly snowballs into an unstoppable rumor.
LUCA Reynolds is the type of guy who prefers to set low expectations, both for himself and others, if only to avoid any inevitable disappointment. His football teammates would describe him as reserved, brooding, and occasionally stand-offish.
The truth? Luca doesn’t feel like he belongs.
When an unexpected injury threatens to destroy Luca’s long-term plans, he finds himself in need of help from a discreet professional—one who will assess his knee, provide some simple stretches, and assure him that everything’s fine. Luckily, there’s a scheming student intern that just might owe him a favor or two.
A secret for a secret. A lie for a lie. It’s not really blackmail if she’s the one who used him first.
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Safe Haven – War Zone: Book 12 of the Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Horror series
The Safe Haven refugees hoped that they would find respite in Glasgow. But a devastating chain reaction is in motion, threatening not just their plans but their very existence.Chaos flows through the streets like a fast-moving river. The infected run rampant, and to survive, Mike and the others will have to fight like they never have before.
This is the battle of their lives and survival is everything.
For some it will be one test too many. For the rest, their futures will be thrown into turmoil.
Horror and devastation reign. Today, the city has become a war zone. Tomorrow, it could be their graveyard.
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The Village Healer’s Book of Cures
In seventeenth-century England, a female healer enflames the fury of a witchfinder in this propulsive novel about murder, revenge, and the dangerous power of knowledge.
Mary Fawcett refines the healing recipes she’s inherited from generations of women before her—an uncanny and moral calling to empathize with the sick. When witchfinder Matthew Hopkins arrives in her small village, stoking the fires of hate, he sees not healing but the devil at work. Mary’s benevolent skills have now cast her and her young brother under suspicion of witchery.
Soon, the husband of one of Mary’s patients is found murdered, his body carved with strange symbols. For Hopkins, it’s further evidence of dark arts. When the whispering village turns against her, Mary dares to trust a stranger: an enigmatic alchemist, scarred body and soul, who knows the dead man’s secrets.
As Hopkins’s fervor escalates, Mary must outsmart the devil himself to save her life and the lives of those she loves. Unfolding the true potential of her gifts could make Mary a more empowered adversary than a witchfinder ever feared.
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Shifting Sands: Emotional, engaging, and ultimately uplifting! With a focus on friendship, family & facing up to change – is this really the end of the … Julie? (Coming Back…
It’s tough, being a grown-up. Alice has never appreciated that as much as she does now.When a friend’s parent dies, and with her own parents experiencing health issues, Alice is beginning to understand the meaning of the term ‘sandwich generation’, and even more so when one of her children becomes ill. With a business to manage, and rapidly increasing bills, the last thing she needs is her best friend and business partner Julie throwing a spanner in the works. When Lydia’s relationship with the famous actor Si Davey comes under strain, Alice is glad for the chance to help her, and focus on somebody else’s problems for once.
Nevertheless, suffering from sleep deprivation and stress, Alice finds herself challenging other relationships in her life, looking for somebody to provide the answers and support that she needs. Does she have the strength and resilience to find her way through these troubling times? And is it possible to salvage her friendship with Julie before it’s too late?
Shifting Sands is the final book of the Coming Back to Cornwall series, and a chance to see how far life has come for Alice, Julie and the important people in their lives. It is also a reminder that there is no such thing as a happy ending – merely happy moments, which inevitably will be followed by other moments: happy, sad, stressful, relaxing… life goes on, and the sands never stop shifting beneath our feet.
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A Villa With a View (Romantic Escapes, Book 11)
Escape to the Amalfi Coast and feel the warmth of the Italian sun on your face, hear the sound of the turquoise waves crashing on the beach and fall in love with a new enemies to lovers romance!
Lia Bathurst had always dreamed of escaping to the white sandy beaches and turquoise blue seas of the Amalfi coast – but that dream hadn’t included meeting her real father. A father she had never even known about until a few weeks ago! Yet here she was, standing outside the gates of a gorgeous pink villa being refused entry by the insufferable – and insufferably handsome – Raphael Knight, her father’s business manager.
When an old black and white photo proves Lia’s claim to be true, Raph is determined to make sure this stranger, with her long caramel waves and infectious smile, doesn’t have an ulterior motive. Even if that means not letting her out of his sight.
As temperatures rise, and not just from the heat of the Mediterranean sun, could Lia and Raph’s forced proximity lead to something more like… amore?
Praise for Julie Caplin:
‘One unputdownable story’ Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde
‘An irresistible slice of escapism’ Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa Ashley
‘The descriptions of food and drink made me want to visit France immediately, if not sooner. A wonderful, summery treat for every reader’ Sue Moorcroft
‘A gorgeous book, in which each little detail and plot point adds sparkle to the story – much like the tantalising fizz in a glass of chilled champagne!’ Erin Green
‘The perfect summer escape’ Alex Brown
‘A delicious read! I could almost taste the Champagne’ Teresa F. Morgan
‘Oh la la, joy of a book! A stunning summer escape in the French countryside’ Caroline Roberts
‘Julie Caplin always sweeps me away to whatever location her stories are set in…a feast for all the senses with a romance that sparkles like the finest champagne!’ Sarah Bennett
‘Absolutely perfect! Everything you could possibly want from a summer romance’ Annabel French
‘Made me want to pack my entire life into a suitcase and start all over again in a gorgeous setting, with delicious dining, charismatic characters and fabulous friendships and a swoon-worthy french man to die for’ Kim Nash
‘With an abundance of chemistry between Hattie and Luc, plus a delicious vineyard setting, The French Chateau Dream is a gloriously satisfying escapist read!’ Kate Frost
‘A gorgeous slice of escapism to a beautiful chateau. I loved joining Hattie on her summer escape to a dreamy French chateau with an equally dreamy owner. A beautiful setting, wonderful characters, and gorgeous writing’ Jessica Redland
‘A beautifully romantic read with a fabulous cast of characters, I was totally transported to the delights of a French vineyard in summer alongside Hattie and Luc’ Suzanne Snow
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The Lover: A Short Story
During a brutal winter, a young woman longing for love finds more than she expected in the woods, in this wickedly sensuous short story by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, the New York Times bestselling author of Mexican Gothic.
Judith knows her sister, Alice, is the pretty one—but that doesn’t stop her from wishing for love. When a handsome and gentlemanly hunter appears in their village, seeking lodging from the cold, she believes her lover has finally arrived. He does, indeed, choose to stay—but as Alice’s husband, not her own. When another stranger comes out of the woods, looking every bit a vagrant, he offers Judith something mysterious and enticingly strange. Against reason and decency, she welcomes both men into her life, in different ways. As forbidden longings ensnare each of them, an unrelenting winter storm and an evasive wolf on the prowl have everyone on edge…and ravenous. By spring thaw, will any of their hungers be satisfied?
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Leashed for Pet Play (Femdom and Male Chastity Book 4)
“You’re going to be my pet,” she smiled, showing him the leash. “But you need a lot of training.”
A trip to the pet store to buy a cage, a bed, a water bowl and a leather collar and leash leaves Jonathan bewildered. His Mistress doesn’t own a dog. But when they visit the Adult Store for more ‘specialized’ equipment, her intentions become all too clear.
She does have a pet. It’s him.
And she will train him and discipline him until he is perfectly obedient and learns to pleasure her – and be pleasured – in new and taboo ways.
Filled in the most intimate and degrading way, Jonathan learns just how deeply satisfying it can be to play pet for the day.
Warning: explicit with themes of bdsm pet play, domination, erotic humiliation and the ultimate in satisfaction.
Enjoy as a standalone novella or read as part of the ‘Femdom and Male Chastity’ series, and follow Jonathan as he undergoes intense male chastity training, and all the tormenting delights and painful pleasures a beautiful domme can inflict upon a willingly submissive man.
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From Hull to Adversity
This is the poetry of two army veterans and a local performance poet. They are brought together by shared experiences and their current voluntary work in support of other veterans. Their work is sometimes edgy, sometimes humorous – but always relevant.Read more
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Safe Haven – War Zone: Book 12 of the Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Horror series
The Safe Haven refugees hoped that they would find respite in Glasgow. But a devastating chain reaction is in motion, threatening not just their plans but their very existence.Chaos flows through the streets like a fast-moving river. The infected run rampant, and to survive, Mike and the others will have to fight like they never have before.
This is the battle of their lives and survival is everything.
For some it will be one test too many. For the rest, their futures will be thrown into turmoil.
Horror and devastation reign. Today, the city has become a war zone. Tomorrow, it could be their graveyard.
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The Gym Slut Does Christmas: A Filthy Cheating Wife Story
It’s time to take a ride in Santa’s sleigh.
My local gym is having a hot Santa contest and they asked me to be the judge. Of all the men entering the contest, there’s only one I haven’t thoroughly tested out.
I’m hot, horny, and my husband’s inadequate performance in bed gives me the perfect excuse to find some Christmas cheer at the gym—or get cheered at while I fondle the gift Santa has for me.
I’m a dirty cheater, and it’s fabulous.
A spicy story of an unapologetic cheating wife. There is no redemption to be found here; just nasty, filthy times at the gym.
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Getting Drilled at the Gym: Dirty Cheating Wife (The Gym Slut Book 3)
While her husband is away, the wife will play.
My husband doesn’t take care of business at home – me, I’m the business – so when he goes on a work trip, I decide I’m going to get drilled at the gym by all the hunks who’ve been eyeing me for months.
Tonight, I find two muscular, sexy men to drool over and I invite them to the locker room to double team me while they use me, stretch me, and drill me until we’re spent.
Yeah… I’m a dirty cheater, and it’s fabulous.
Note: This short story is about 4,000 words of filthy cheating wife sex. Reader discretion advised.
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Men-of-War: Life in Nelson’s Navy
Out of print for many years, this is a brand new edition of the definitive companion to the acclaimed Aubrey-Maturin series of novels, written by the author himself.
What was daily life in Nelson’s navy really like, for everyone from the captain down to the rawest recruit? What did they eat? What songs did they sing? What was the schedule of watches? How were the officers and crew paid, and what was the division of prize-money?
These questions and many more are answered in Patrick O’Brian’s elegant narrative, which includes wonderful anecdotal material on the battles and commanders that established Britain’s naval supremacy.
The meticulously researched text and imagery together provide an unparalleled insight into life during wartime in the Napoleonic era, and offer a wonderfully evocative companion to the world of Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin.
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Dance With Me: Brilliant psychological suspense from the author of Apple Tree Yard
A man dies a week after re-writing his will. In it, he has left everything he owns to a woman he has known for only three weeks. As Bet investigates Peter’s past, she discovers that her ex-lover was not all that he seemed…In a crumbling office block, another woman has a different sort of ghost to confront. Iris runs her own business but strange things keep happening. Her phone rings and there’s no one there. Somebody taps at her door. In the basement, something unpleasant is lurking…
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Royal Heir (Westerly Billionaire Book 3)
Ruth Cardello, the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Up for Heir, turns a fairy-tale romance into a sizzling bedtime story.
Rachelle Westerly needs a break. After years of acting as the family peacekeeper, she’s finally ready to take a step back. Her movie-star brother has offered her the perfect escape. But on the very first day of her vacation, she steps onto a red carpet and straight into the arms of a real-life prince—and the promise of just the kind of flash and fortune that tore her own family apart.
As the soon-to-be leader of Vandorra, Prince Magnus de Bartelebon always gets what he wants—and the regal bad boy wants the sweet American schoolteacher. Although he should be announcing his engagement of convenience to a neighboring princess, Rachelle is the one he desires in his bed and by his side.
While the drop-dead gorgeous Magnus might be almost everything she craves, Rachelle can’t help but think that falling for him would be a royal mistake. He may be ruling a kingdom one day, but she’s in charge of her heart. And he’ll have to win it with more than a lap of luxury—as inviting as it is.
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A Royal Visit to Victory Street: A heartbreaking and utterly gripping family saga (The Bryant Sisters Book 5)
From Amazon charts bestseller Pam Howes comes an emotional and uplifting saga about the power of family and a community trying to rebuild their lives after the terrible war that nearly destroyed everything…1956, Liverpool. With the shadow of the war looming over them and bomb craters littering the surrounding streets, hope feels far away for the residents of Victory Street. When they learn that the Queen has chosen to visit them on a tour of Liverpool, the delighted neighbours bring back the wartime spirit. Can they possibly get the street ready in time?
Even a royal visit cannot take away Bella Harrison’s worries. Her son, fourteen-year-old Levi, has just told her he wants to move to America to join the rest of his father’s family. The news has so shocked Bella that she’s not sure she’ll be able to sing for the Queen, jeopardising all their plans for the big day.
Life has been hard for Levi, growing up as a mixed-race boy in Liverpool, but he’s the light of Bella’s life. The thought of losing him brings back the terrible memories of her father and sister dying during the war. If everyone pulls together to make the Queen’s visit an unforgettable celebration, perhaps she can persuade Levi that Victory Street is where he belongs.
But when Levi receives heartbreaking news from America and his move becomes uncertain, Bella starts to wonder if all her efforts to keep him in Liverpool have been for the right reasons. Can Bella find it in herself to sing for the big celebration, and make the right choice for her beloved son?
A totally unputdownable, heart-wrenching historical novel, packed with family secrets, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Diney Costeloe and Nancy Revell.
What readers are saying about Pam Howes:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Heart-wrenching… You will need tissues… I just loved it all… Brought tears to my eyes as I read… Just perfect… 10/10.’ NetGalley reviewer
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘WOW… Brilliant… Keeps you turning the pages for more emotional rollercoasters.’ Goodreads reviewer
‘So perfect and beautiful… I was so ecstatic at how good a read this was, and it completely blew me away.’ Goodreads reviewer
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Heart-warming… I couldn’t put this down… Read the whole book in one sitting.’ Goodreads reviewer
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘I loved this… I couldn’t put this down… Kept me hooked.’ Goodreads reviewer
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘You won’t be able to put it down. I certainly couldn’t… Pulls you in from the first page until the last.’ Goodreads reviewer
‘All the feelings and emotions… Heart-warming, emotional and uplifting… Definitely recommend!!’ Stardust Book Reviews
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Mistaken As His Royal Bride (Princess Brides for Royal Brothers, Book 1) (Mills & Boon Modern)
Accidentally claimed by His Majesty!
Maddi hasn’t fully considered the implications of posing as her betrothed half-sister, Princess of Isla’Rosa. Or that King Aristedes will demand she continue the pretence to avoid major scandal. Immersing herself in the royal life she was denied growing up is as compelling as it is daunting. But so is the thrill of Aristedes’s smouldering gaze…
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The House by the Sea: The Top 5 bestselling, chilling, unforgettable book club read from Louise Douglas
*The Top 5 Bestseller*
The new chilling and captivating novel from the bestselling author of Richard & Judy pick The Secrets Between Us.
When Edie’s mother-in-law, Anna DeLuca, dies, she is relieved. Edie blames Anna for the accident that destroyed her family. So, when her will lures Edie to Sicily and the long-abandoned Villa della Madonna del Mare, she sees through Anna’s games.
Suspecting Anna is meddling from beyond the grave to try to reunite her and her ex-husband Joe, Edie is determined to leave Italy as soon as possible. But before she can, the villa starts to shed its mysterious secrets.
Who are the girls beside Anna in her childhood photos, and why has one of them been scratched out? Why does someone, or something, want them to leave the past untouched? The villa is a place where old ghosts feel at home, but does their legacy need to be laid to rest before Edie and Joe can move on…
Bestselling author Louise Douglas returns with a captivating, chilling and unforgettable tale of betrayal, jealousy and the mysteries hidden in every family history.
Praise for Louise Douglas
‘Louise Douglas achieves the impossible and gets better with every book.’ Milly Johnson
‘A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down. The vivid descriptions, the evocative plot and the intrigue that Louise created, which had me constantly asking questions, made it a highly enjoyable, absolute treasure of a read.’ Kim Nash on The Scarlet Dress
‘Another stunning read from the exceptionally talented Louise Douglas! I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick. Her writing is always beautiful and multi-layered, her characters warm and relatable and the intriguing nature of the mystery makes this unputdownable.’ Nicola Cornick on The Scarlet Dress
‘A tender, heart-breaking, page-turning read’Rachel Hore on The House by the Sea
‘The perfect combination of page-turning thriller and deeply emotional family story. Superb’ Nicola Cornick on The House by the Sea
‘Kept me guessing until the last few pages and the explosive ending took my breath away.’ C.L. Taylor, author of The Accident on Your Beautiful Lies
‘Beautifully written, chillingly atmospheric and utterly compelling, The Secret by the Lake is Louise Douglas at her brilliant best’ Tammy Cohen, author of The Broken
‘A master of her craft, Louise Douglas ratchets up the tension in this haunting and exquisitely written tale of buried secrets and past tragedy.’ Amanda Jennings, author of Sworn Secret
‘A clammy, atmospheric and suspenseful novel, it builds in tension all the way through to the startling final pages.’ Sunday Express, S Magazine
‘A chilling, unputdownable new novel from the bestselling author of The House By The Sea.
‘A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down.’
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The Library on Love Heart Lane (Love Heart Lane, Book 13)
Preorder a very special standalone novel in the Love Heart Lane series. Previously published as Evie’s Year of Taking Chances but now rewritten and improved by the author!
Love, life, and libraries
Growing up in foster care, Elle Cooper always felt a piece of herself was missing. Now, as her thirtieth birthday approaches, she’s ready to find it. But when instigating the search for her birth mother leads to a whole host of unexpected events, this librarian’s quiet life suddenly gets very loud!
With new friends, old flames and surprising influences keeping Elle busy, she soon starts to see that there’s more to life than where you came from – and that where you are right now, and who you have in your corner, is what might just matter most of all…
Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what
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Five Gold Rings: A totally hilarious and unforgettable Christmas rom-com
“Obsessed… read in one day… One of the best rom-coms I’ve ever read.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Five gold rings. Delivered to the wrong addresses. Five Christmas proposals and weddings ruined. Unless Eve can save the day…?
As Christmas lights twinkle around London, twenty-eight-year-old Eve arrives home ready to celebrate her favourite holiday, only to find… her boyfriend in the shower with a pretty blonde.
Heartbroken, Eve throws the gifts she’s selflessly bought and wrapped for HIS family out of the window, then heads to Caspars’ Jeweller’s, where she works, for some tea and sympathy.
But there she discovers another drama unfolding; five rings have gone AWOL, and unless she can track them down and deliver them to their rightful owners five perfectly planned festive weddings and proposals will end in disaster.
Eve’s colleague Joe – moonlighting as a naked butler at a Christmas party – races to assist on her wild goose chase across London, dressed as a sexy elf.
Together they set off on a mission to save Christmas. And along the way, just maybe, some of that festive cheer and romance might rub off on Eve and Joe, and help heal Eve’s broken heart…
An utterly hilarious novel for anyone looking for festive romance with all the feels. If you have a hot date with Love Actually every Christmas you will adore this gloriously funny and unmissable festive read.
Readers are obsessed with Five Gold Rings:
“I LOVED IT!!!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Absolutely adorable must-read Christmas romance. One of those stories that takes you along for the journey, captivates you, brings you laughter, warm fuzzies, gives you hope and leaves you smiling.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Oh my god! This is one hilariously good Christmas read! I just loved everything about it… Definitely one of the best Christmas books I have read! Loved it!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A frank funny festive feel-good read! Had me laughing from start to finish.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“The perfect holiday read to have you smack in your feels and laughing hysterically!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I loved this book! From beginning to end, it was absolutely hysterical.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I absolutely loved this Christmas rom-com! It made me laugh out loud so many times! I can’t stop laughing… Definitely made me LOL but it also made me unexpectedly cry too because that’s how good this book was. It took me on an emotional journey and that deserves 5 GOLD STARS!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Pure reading escapism. Had me laughing the whole time, with tears of laughter and joy.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Loved this. A book that you can get wrapped up cosy in a blanket with and read all day long getting you into that romantic Christmas spirit.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“The perfect Christmas rom-com… had me laughing out loud.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Such a fun wild ride… An utter delight.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Never Meant to Stay: A Novel
A bighearted romantic comedy about family and finding the perfect match set against the exuberant backdrop of contemporary Delhi.
Home has always been a temporary arrangement for Samara Mansingh, a wayfaring wedding photographer and the daughter of a diplomat. When her father is uprooted once again, Samara needs a place to stay in Delhi. Next stop: the Khanna family. Samara’s memories of the Khannas are vague at best, but she doesn’t remember their home feeling so much like a war zone. And the last thing their surly eldest son, Sharav, wants is a houseguest eavesdropping on the chaos.
Sharav has a melodramatic sister pushing back on an arranged marriage, a withdrawn lead-singer brother who won’t sing, and a widowed mother hiding her grief in the garden. Sweeping into the household like a tornado, irrepressible Samara is a practically perfect distraction. She has a mind to help a girl find true love, push a young man to find his voice, and bring a lonely and loving widow out of mourning. Maybe Samara can even get on Sharav’s ruggedly handsome good side.
The only sure thing is that the Khanna family will never be the same again. Neither will Samara, who may finally find what she’s been missing her entire life: a home.
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A Secret Garden Affair: From the Sunday Times bestselling author comes the most captivating new historical romance and family drama of 2023, perfect for fans of The Book of…
Recapture the summer sunshine this autumn with the Sunday Times bestseller that readers are calling ‘captivating’ and ‘a treasure of a read’…
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Love grows where you least expect it…
July 1981. As the country prepares to celebrate Prince Charles’ wedding to Lady Diana, Libby flees London – and her cheating fiancé Marcus – for the Suffolk countryside.
At Larkspur House, she hopes to put the pieces of her life back together. And Libby’s great-aunt Bess and renowned garden designer and former socialite Elfrida are happy to help.
But for lifelong friends Bess and Elfrida, Libby’s arrival has stirred up the ghosts of the past. And before they can help her rebuild her shattered future, they must confront their own secrets, lost loves, and tragedies…
From the Sunday Times bestselling author Erica James comes a captivating story that sweeps through sixty years of history, love, and family drama.
Readers love A Secret Garden Affair:
‘Having read all of Erica James’s books and thoroughly enjoyed every single one, I absolutely loved this one! The plot, characters and descriptions of beautiful Lake Como… were spot on. My only disappointment was that the book ended as I wasn’t ready to say goodbye to Elfrida, Bess and Libby!’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Captivating. Thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish, I didn’t want the story to end’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Skillfully written, compelling family drama. Erica James is expert at writing about families and relationships, and she skilfully brings the characters alive, exploring past secrets as the story unfolds. Settings are described beautifully, especially the gardens… Richly detailed, with intriguing characters, I was absorbed in this book, and highly recommend.’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An excellent read from page 1. I love the way the reader is immediately enthralled’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I loved this book from start to finish, I was left wanting more of it. A definite favourite Erica James book’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Erica James is one of my long time favourite authors for a guaranteed agreeable read. Once again she has not disappointed me… Highly recommended to lovers of romantic escapism at its best.’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘What a fantastic read. I absolutely loved this story it had everything I love about a novel: really interesting characters, secrets, relationships and love interests. Really enjoyed the relationship between between Elfrida and Bess and their background stories… Highly recommend this book’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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The Prophet and the Idiot
The brand-new, hilarious, feel-good adventure from the internationally bestselling author of The Hundred Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared
Sweden, late summer of 2011. Self-taught astrophysicist Petra has calculated that the atmosphere will collapse on the 21st of September that year, around 21.20 to be more precise, bringing about the end of times.
Armed with this terrible knowledge, Petra meets Johan, a domesday prophet, and Agnes, a widow of 75 who has made bank living a double life on social media as a young influencer. Together, the trio race through Europe as they plan to make the most out of the time they have left, in more ways than one.
But of course, things rarely go to plan, even the end of the world…
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The People on Platform 5: A feel-good and uplifting read with unforgettable characters from the bestselling author of The Authenticity Project
No one speaks to strangers on the train. What would happen if they did?
Find out in the feel-good read of the year.Readers are falling in love with The People on Platform 5:
‘Incredible book, full of joy and warmth and love!’
‘A great novel with some truly wonderful characters’
‘The fantastic cast of eclectic characters will steal your heart & have you rooting for their happy endings’
‘A feel-good, once-in-a-lifetime story’
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Every day at 8:05, Iona Iverson boards the train to go to work. As a seasoned commuter, she knows there are rules that everyone should follow:· You must have a job to go to
· Don’t consume hot food
· Always pack for any eventuality
· You must never speak to strangers on the trainIona sees the same group of people each day – ones she makes assumptions about, gives nicknames to, but never ever talks to.
But then, one morning, Smart-but-Sexist-Surbiton chokes on a grape right in front of Iona. Suspiciously-Nice-New Malden steps up to help and saves his life, and this one event sparks a chain reaction.
With nothing in common but their commute, an eclectic group of people learn that their assumptions about each other don’t match reality. But when Iona’s life begins to fall apart, will her new friends be there when she needs them most?
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‘Utterly gorgeous. A proper good pick-me-up of a book’ RUTH JONES‘Warm, funny and moving’ ROSIE WALSH
‘Full of original characters and wisdom’ KATIE FFORDE
‘Sunny, funny and full of heart’ NITA PROSE
‘Feel-good fiction at its best’ SOPHIE COUSENS
‘Gloriously entertaining and completely addictive’ HAZEL PRIOR
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Between Us: The biggest rom com of 2023: smart, romantic and laugh-out-loud funny from the bestselling author of Last Night and Mad About You
‘Everything you want from a rom com and satisfyingly knotty with proper, recognisable characters. She just gets better and better’ JOJO MOYES
‘I LOVE her books PASSIONATELY and this is her best yet’ MARIAN KEYES
‘She’s so ridiculously talented . . . consider this recommendation my personal gift to you and your life’ EMILY HENRY
When Joe and Roisin join their group of friends for a weekend away, it’s a triple celebration – a birthday, an engagement and the launch of Joe’s new crime drama on TV.
But when Roisin sees secrets she shared with Joe play out on the TV screen, she knows that between us means nothing at all.
Roisin finds herself searching for clues to the truth – about her life, their history, and the man she thought she loved. And it’s then that Roisin finds the most unexpected plot twist of them all. Among those same old friends, there’s a surprising potential for new beginnings . . .
EVERYONE LOVES BETWEEN US
‘Mhairi McFarlane’s ninth novle is a treat . . . totally swoonworthy’ The Times
‘Mhairi writes with such magic, I am completely in awe . . . smart, funny, compelling – all things I’ve come to expect from Mhairi McFarlane’s books and more’ LUCY VINE
‘I love Mhairi McFarlane’s books and this was no exception . . . it’s clever and engrossing and sharp’ LOUISE O’NEILL
’No one writes like Mhairi and somehow she gets better with every book. So clever, so heartfelt and so unbelievably funny, Between Us is a perfect book’ LINDSEY KELK
‘So funny and smart. She’s brilliant at writing characters you really fancy, and characters you love to hate’ DAISY BUCHANAN
‘Mhairi is simply the best of the best, I adore everything she writes and I’m forever in awe of her talent . . . she makes me howl with laughter’ EMMA HUGHES
‘Buoyant and funny and warm, but still with enough realism and wryness to satisfy the cynic . . . A total treat!’ NIAMH HARGAN
‘Another cracking read, but something different too. Wise, clever . . . a brilliant rollercoaster of a romance’ PERNILLE HUGHES
‘A heart-swelling romance’ Best
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The Slum Lady: A heartwarming women’s saga story (Victorian Runaway Women)
One tormented lady. A daring escape. A chance for a new beginning.
1890s London
Pushed to breaking point, feisty Lady Catherine Frankland takes the bold and controversial decision to flee her terrifying husband for good, preferring a life of poverty in London’s East End.
Desperate, she believes even the slums will offer a greater chance of fulfilment in life than her idyllic – but prison-like – stately home. In a brave fight for survival, she mysteriously vanishes, leaving those behind wondering if she is alive – or dead.
An unlikely friendship with an impoverished but wily tenement neighbour enables the well-to-do lady to adjust to her new lifestyle. Alas, when Catherine secures a housemaid’s position in Mayfair, her aristocratic past suddenly catches up with her with dire consequences. Caught between her past and the future she longs for, Catherine must make a life-altering decision that could change everything.
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Join Catherine on her heartwrenching, emotional journey as this strong woman navigates the challenges of escaping her past, building a new life, and daring to hope for love and happiness amidst the hardships she faces.
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The Parlour Game: A Victorian Ghost Story (The Corvidae Hauntings)
DEATH IS ONLY THE BEGINNING… a dark gothic tale for fans of The Clockwork Girl and The Woman in Black.
London, 1873.
Ivy Granger, an amateur botanist, is plagued by disturbing dreams and faceless whispers. Misunderstood by her father, she fears for her sanity – threatened with the asylum or worse, the hands of a man she loathes.
But a stranger at her mother’s funeral reveals Ivy’s world has been a lie and she could have a different life, for she is capable of so much more…
Miss Earnshaw, London’s most renowned spiritualist, is Ivy’s only hope of revealing what secrets her mother took to the grave and discovering her true purpose.
Ivy’s journey for knowledge takes her to Blackham House, a building haunted by a terrible past – full of macabre artefacts and ancient studies of the supernatural. But behind closed doors, the Blackhams collect more than relics alone, and Ivy will soon find herself at the centre of a conspiracy spanning generations and a hidden evil waiting to be unleashed.
Can Ivy survive in a world where women must play their part or risk being silenced?
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The Chimney Sweep’s Sister: A gripping, romantic Victorian saga from the bestselling author
A brand-new page-turning Victorian saga from the bestselling and RNA shortlisted author.
‘If you enjoy Dilly Court’s stories, you’ll love the latest heart-warming romance from Emma Hornby.’ Yours
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Jenny and her little brother Noah are orphans, living hand to mouth in a cellar dwelling in the heart of the Manchester slums.At the tender age of nine, Noah is a chimney sweep’s boy: a dangerous job, where he’s wickedly mistreated. But they survive on his earnings, for which his older sister Jenny feels terrible guilt. It’s only her fiery temper that’s prevented her keeping down a job herself. With her brother’s safety – his life – on the line, Jenny resolves to try and control herself, and put her talent for singing to good use. Can she earn a crust by entertaining the punters at the taverns and inns around town?
It seems like a dream come true when she catches the attention of a music hall manager and is offered a spot on a bigger stage, along with an enviable wage. But there’s a darker bargain to be struck in return for their new riches . . .
How far will Jenny go to protect her brother, and will they ever find the security they crave?
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Readers love Emma Hornby’s gritty and gripping thrillers:‘Emma Hornby has done it again, with her brilliant storytelling… A big thank you to Emma’
‘What an excellent read… Emma Hornby writes some wonderful stories and this one hits the mark’
‘A heartbreakingly good read… Very worthy five stars and more from me it’s a must read’
‘I do love to read Emma Hornby’s books they are so atmospheric and draw you into the story from start to finish and make you want more. Excellent’
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Tapped Out Single Mom: A Contemporary Reverse Harem Romance (Lucky Lady Reverse Harems)
“No single mom left behind, not on our watch.”
“Huh?” I stammer, caught off-guard.
“Pack your bags. Our home is your sanctuary, for as long as you need.”First day as a maid, and I’m a floundering mess…
My Mom and babysitter ditches my kids for a date.Could it get any worse? A resounding YES!
Enter my enigmatic twin billionaire bosses in the middle of my meltdown.They step up and offer my kids and I a refuge.
And their two charming best friends are also ready to chip away at my defenses.Four dreamy men rallying around a single mom, asking nothing in return? Yah right!
Maybe I can keep up this act long enough to save up and move out on my own.But it’s hard to ignore the smoldering heat in their eyes when we’re alone…
Or how they turn into adorable piles of mush for my toddlers, completely stealing my heart.Are happily ever afters even a thing?
Or is this tapped out single mom facing yet another serious letdown?This is a sexy, stand-alone reverse harem romance filled with humor, danger, and generous amounts of love. It also contains blistering hot MFMMM, ménage fun times, in single and multiple partner scenes so HOT they’re bound to melt your kindle! HEA guaranteed.
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Falling For My Ex’s Brother: A Second Chance Romance (Breaking The Rules)
She’s my brother’s girlfriend, but I met her first.
She’d be mine if only I had taken my ring off, the ring that didn’t mean anything.
I’ve tried to keep my distance, but I can’t stand it anymore.
Watching him with her is driving me crazy, so I steal my moments when I can.
Things fall apart and she leaves him. She leaves me too.
Fate brings us together and I’m now a client at the agency where she works.
Her job is to make my business a success. And to keep me happy.
I want her. She should have been mine from the beginning.
Even her new boyfriend won’t stand in my way.
Just when we thought we were happy, my brother is back.
I won’t let him near her this time.
Even if I have to risk it all for her.
** Lana falls for her boyfriend’s brother in this steamy second chance romance. An off limits, slow burn romance with spicy love scenes and plenty of drama. Everything seems to keep them apart until they get their HEA! **
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Scarred Prince: A Bratva Romance (Bratva Billionaires Series)
My world was rocked the night I collided with a stranger.
A scarred Bratva Prince.
He left me with a taste of submission AND his baby.
Now Leo’s back, and he vows never to let me out of his sight.Our saga began when he came to my rescue.
And ended in a night of passion. Thrilling and intense.
I was certain I’d never see him again.Until today…
“I’d like you to meet our institution’s most generous benefactor.”
Then a familiar Russian accent takes my breath away, “Good evening, Nikita.”
My whole body freezes.
Apparently my dark prince comes from a powerful Bratva dynasty.
And the guy he’s been wanting to put underground this whole time? My father.Will Leo change his ways when he learns I have a secret of my own?…
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I Spy
Our eyes meet through an office window… and my life turns upside down.Stuck in this beige prison of photocopiers and keyboards, I think nothing can cheer me up.
Then I see him. The man working on the scaffolding outside, sweating and laughing and bossing everyone around. The man in charge. The man with big muscles and scarred hands.
He notices me too. Stares at me too, until suddenly we’re playing our own private game, with only the glass keeping us apart.
Don’t look away. Don’t blink. Let the rest of the world melt away.
And when we finally get a stolen moment alone? Don’t waste a single second…
I Spy is a short and steamy instalove novella, starring a blue collar hero and the girl he desperately wants to claim.
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Manhattan State of Mind: An Opposites Attract Office Romance (Billionaires In Charge)
I wake up in the hospital with no memory of the past year. The last thing I remember? JP Wolfe, my brooding billionaire boss, threatening to fire me in front of the entire tech team.
But now, as I return to work, fumbling with amnesia, something’s changed. Wolfe’s intense gaze lingers on me, making my heart race and my cheeks flush.
I’m just your average tech girl with a serious comic book addiction while he’s the infamously cold, ruthless co-founder of a hotel empire. And let’s not overlook that he’s the kind of smoldering hot that makes you forget your own name.
There’s no way a man like him could be harboring secret feelings for someone like me… is there?
As I scramble to rebuild my lost memories, I realize Wolfe is hiding secrets he doesn’t want me to uncover. What happened during my missing year? And why is Wolfe determined to stop me from finding out?
Manhattan State of Mind is a dual-point-of-view, standalone, romantic comedy with spice, banter, and a happily ever after.
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The Street Lawyer: A gripping crime thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of mystery and suspense
A gripping legal thriller from the No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author and creator of Sooley and The Judge’s List.
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Michael Brock is a man in the fast lane.He’s a rising star at Drake & Sweeney, a giant Washington law firm. No time to waste, no time to help those in need. No time for a conscience.
But when a violent encounter with a homeless man stops him cold, Brock is forced to confront the truth about who he really works for. What he finds is a shocking violation of the rights of the homeless, with Drake & Sweeney at the centre, and suddenly his conscience begins to stir.
To do the right thing, Brock must put himself in the firing line and uncover his employer’s most dangerous secrets.
But is he willing to risk it all?
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‘A master at the art of deft characterisation and the skilful delivery of hair-raising crescendos’ – Irish Independent‘John Grisham is the master of legal fiction’ – Jodi Picoult
‘The best thriller writer alive’ – Ken Follett
‘John Grisham has perfected the art of cooking up convincing, fast-paced thrillers’ – Telegraph
‘Grisham is a superb, instinctive storyteller’ – The Times
‘Grisham’s storytelling genius reminds us that when it comes to legal drama, the master is in a league of his own.’ – Daily Record
‘Masterful – when Grisham gets in the courtroom he lets rip, drawing scenes so real they’re not just alive, they’re pulsating’ – Mirror
‘A giant of the thriller genre’ – TimeOut
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A Wedding In December: the top five Sunday Times bestselling, the perfect Christmas romance book to curl up this winter!
Order your copy of Sarah Morgan’s latest bestselling Christmas book, The Christmas Escape, today!
‘Sarah Morgan is back in style with a perfect snow-filled read’ Woman & Home
‘A sparkling winter romance with a lively family at the centre of it all’ Woman
‘As always, Sarah Morgan takes us to a glamorous setting and throws in a whole heap of drama. Such fun!’ Heat
‘An emotional, uplifting and heart-warming winter novel that’s perfect for those chilly nights in’ OK!
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In the snowy perfection of Aspen, the White family gathers for youngest daughter Rosie’s whirlwind Christmas wedding.
First to arrive are the bride’s parents, Maggie and Nick. Their daughter’s marriage is a milestone they are determined to celebrate wholeheartedly, but they are hiding a huge secret about their own: they are on the brink of divorce. After living apart for the last six months, the last thing they need is to be trapped together in an irresistibly romantic winter wonderland.
Rosie’s older sister Katie is also dreading the wedding. Worried that impulsive, sweet-hearted Rosie is making a mistake, Katie is determined to save her sister from herself. If only the irritatingly good-looking best man, Jordan, would stop interfering with her plans…
Bride-to-be Rosie loves her fiance but is having serious second thoughts. Except everyone has arrived – how can she tell them she’s not sure? As the big day gets closer, and emotions run even higher, this is one White family Christmas none of them will ever forget.
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A Wedding in December is everyone’s favourite read this Christmas:
‘Blissful escapism, vicarious luxury and enough romance to warm your heart…a must-read item on your pre-festive To-Do list’ Penny Parkes, author of the bestselling Practice Makes Perfect
‘A Wedding in December was just the tonic needed . . . Put your feet up, relax and unwind in front of the fire with a glass of mulled wine and this gorgeous tale, you won’t be disappointed’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘It sucks you right in, leaving you desperate to see how everything comes together’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A Country Wedding: The romantic, uplifting and feel-good read you won’t want to miss! (Honeycote Book 3)
The perfect comfort read, brimming with humour and heart, from bestseller Veronica Henry.
A day they’ll remember forever…
It was supposed to be the perfect country wedding: gorgeous flowers in the village church, a marquee in the garden and a few carefully chosen guests.
But bride-to-be Mandy is already clashing with her mother, the groom is already getting cold feet and suddenly a very unexpected guest has arrived in the little Cotswolds village of Honeycote!
As the champagne is poured and the church bells start to ring out, one thing’s for sure – it’s going to be a day to remember…
Irresistibly good fun and bursting with heart, A Country Life is the second book in the Honeycote series, which includes A Country Life and A Country Wedding. It can be read on its own or as part of the series.
** This book was originally published as ‘Just a Family Affair’ **
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‘A blissful escape’ SARAH MORGAN
‘The most uplifting getaway’ LUCY DIAMOND
‘Veronica Henry writes like a dream’ JILL MANSELL
‘Irresistibly romantic. I adored it’ PHILLIPA ASHLEY
‘A delicious, dreamy, joy of a book’ LIBBY PAGE
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Summer Wedding: don’t miss the new summer fiction novel from Sunday Times bestselling author in 2023!
Don’t miss the new summer novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Morgan!
‘A sun-soaked adventure’Best
A family wedding
Catherine Swift is a bestselling romance author, but her personal story hasn’t been quite so successful; three failed marriages have left her relationship with her daughters strained. Engaged once again, Catherine is counting on this wedding, at her villa in Corfu, to finally bring the family together.A summer of secrets
Adeline can’t believe her mother is getting married for a fourth time, or that she’s expected to attend. It brings back the pain of her mother’s infidelity and the baby who was the result. Not that she blames her half-sister Cassie, but then she’s never tried to know her, either. Cassie, on the other hand, is thrilled by her mother’s news – she’s always admired Catherine’s resilience, and is excited to meet the mystery groom. Cassie also has a secret of her own, and a summer in Corfu will give her the time she needs to process everything.A chance to start over again
As the guests arrive on the island, and the big day approaches, Catherine begins to reveal secrets from her past, and suddenly both Cassie and Adeline realise that they don’t know their mother at all . . .* * *
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‘Sarah Morgan never disappoints. . . the way she describes her characters makes you feel like you know them’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Love all of Sarah Morgan’s books and they just keep getting better’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘One of my favourite authors, never fails to produce an ideal place to lose yourself in for a day or two!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Such a brilliant top writer’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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The Wedding (Calhoun Family Saga)
It began with The Notebook . . .
After thirty years of marriage, Wilson is forced to face a painful truth. His wife, Jane, has fallen out of love with him.
Despite the shining example of his in-laws, Noah and Allie Calhoun (originally recounted in The Notebook), and their fifty-year love affair, Wilson is unable to express his true feelings. With his daughter about to marry, and his wife thinking about leaving him, Wilson knows it is time to act. He will do anything he can to save his marriage. With the memories of Noah and Allie’s inspiring life together as his guide, he vows to make his wife fall in love with him . . . all over again.
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Hot Hard Homework: Cheating 101 – Book Four
Three hot men down…so many still to go!
It seems my recent behavior is making the rounds in gossip town. Not only are all the moms running interference at school, but word’s finally got back to my unfaithful husband. I still figure what’s sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander, and I have no plans to reign myself in.
And when I run into the two sexy college guys from next door, they’re more than happy to give this loosey little goosey all the…gander sauce I can take.
Warning: This short story is about 4,000 words of filthy cheating wife sex, this time with two hot men. Reader discretion advised.Read more
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Aaron’s Pet (The Pet Play Series Book 1)
♥Kindle Short Reads ~ More Spice Less Plot♥
⚠Warning Darkest to date. MF, Degradation, humiliation, no boundaries, no safe words, pet play, caning, spanking, dubcon & breeding.⚠
This is NOT a romance. This is a villain’s story. This book is a disgrace. Not for the faint-hearted.
Aaron Lewis billionaire businessman sees Willow and decides he wants her. When she not only refuses but insults him he is furious. He lays out a trap forcing her to bend to his will. Five months of Willow being my little pet bitch will teach her the lesson she needs.
Willow Parker a barista in the city. It’s a menial job but it pays the bills. When she is propositioned by Aaron’s staff member she is furious and rejects his offer of money and an illicit liaison. Now he is not only threatening her but with what she holds most dear to her heart. She just needs to survive five months with him…
Standalone Novella
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Substitute Daughter: an F/F spanking novel
Emily’s finances are so desperate, she leaves London and returns to her home town, to visit her old friend, Chloe, in the hope she can stay a few nights. Her hopes are dashed when she learns that Chloe emigrated to Australia. However, Chloe’s mother, Mrs Jackson, takes Emily under her wing, giving the twenty-year-old the same care she would have given her own daughter. The bond between the two deepens, with Emily happily settling into her role of substitute daughter. Mrs Jackson is kind but firm, with old fashioned values; spankings are the order of the day for disobedience and bad behaviour, but Emily soon learns to accept her chastisements, understanding that discipline is a vital part of her transformation from unhappy failure to glowing success.There is a slight regression element to this story, as Emily returns to school as a mature student, studying for her A-Levels to secure a place at university and a bright future. As a member of the sixth form, she is subject to school discipline, and as always, her bottom pays the price!
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