Women's Fiction

When a local tour company is tasked with looking after the bestselling author, Icelander Brun, usually found either searching for the Northern Lights or playing guitar at the local open mic night, becomes her guide. It doesn’t take him long to realise that Fliss deserves something more than a whistlestop tour of the bookshops and libraries of Reykjavik and he shows her a side to Iceland that only a local can.

Join Fliss and Brun for a few magical days in Reykjavik before Christmas to see if Fliss finds a happy-ever-after she didn’t even know she was looking for…

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Fleeing from a heartbreaking mistake, all former nurse Alyssa wants is to focus on her new job giving tours of Heaven’s Cove to visitors and sharing the myths and legends of this beautiful place. Nobody needs to know the real reason she came to the village…

Over cups of tea with elderly resident Magda she soon makes a friend who is alone in the world too. For decades, Magda has been secretly in love with her best friend Stan. Desperate to return Magda’s kindness, Alyssa is eager to bring these two lost souls together. But meeting Stan’s tall, handsome son Jack scuppers her plans.

Dedicated to caring for Stan, Jack says Alyssa’s focus on legends keeps the village in the past. But when Alyssa finds an old map revealing the true story of a Heaven’s Cove couple who sacrificed everything for love, she’s sure the romantic tale could bring Stan and Magda together… and although digging up old secrets soon ruffles feathers in the village, with Jack and Alyssa growing close, she can’t help but think she might find happiness after all.

But will Alyssa ever be able to open up about her own past? Or will the truth tear them apart?

This book can be enjoyed as a standalone.

An absolutely stunning read that will whisk you away to the Devon coast, where the seagulls soar and saltwater sprays the air. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Mary Alice Monroe and Barbara O’Neal.

Read what everyone’s saying about Liz Eeles:

‘Wow, wow, wow!!!! I absolutely loved this book!!!… I was captivated… The tears began flowing before I got to the end of the first chapter… my heart literally broke… wonderful… stunning… kept me hooked until the very last word… Loved, loved, loved it!!!’ Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Captivating and heart-warming… A perfect summer read… I was absolutely hooked from page one until 1.30am in the morning when I finished having not been able to put it down.’ Bookworm1986, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely breathtaking! From the first chapter, I was hooked and loved every moment… truly a beautiful tale… outstanding.’ Cara’s Book Boudoir, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An absolute delight to read!… wonderful… heart-warming… will move you to tears… will tug at your heartstrings and lighten your heart all in one go! LOVED this book… Would definitely recommend!!’ Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely gripping, addictive and captivating… I was absolutely hooked from the first page to the last.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Completely captivating… moving and emotional… will take your heart and hold onto it until the very end.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘WOW… brilliant… made me laugh, smile and cry… beautifully written… I was absolutely hooked from the beginning.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An excellent read… lots of drama, broken hearts, humour… I read it in one sitting and it was a blast from start to finish.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was hooked from the outset and read it in one sitting… An absolute dream of a read that is adorable from start to finish.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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As the waves crash against the boat, Nicole wonders if the island will be as magical as she remembers… Will it offer her the new beginning she’s been searching for?

When Nicole finds herself in need of a new start, she instantly thinks of Morwen Island. She remembers the beautiful, remote place from her student days and, as she thinks of its cobbled streets and salty sea air, she wonders if this might be the place where she can begin again…

As she settles into island life, Nicole begins to feel like her old self. And when a knock on her cottage door brings handsome local Josh, who she remembers from her time on the island, she is instantly attracted to his charming smile. With their shared passion for the island’s wildlife, they spend more time together, and soon Nicole finds it hard to ignore her growing feelings. But is her fragile heart ready to embrace the possibility of love once more?

When Josh suggests they investigate the supposedly haunted old house where Nicole lived as a student, she is forced to put her feelings for him to one side. She recalls the past heartache she felt there all too well and, as she looks up at the crumbling old building, she wonders whether the locals are right. Does the house still have secrets to hide?

As she explores, Nicole learns about the women who lived there during the Second World War, a long-forgotten family secret, and a loss that will break her heart…

As Nicole pieces together what really happened during the war, she feels a stronger pull to the island than ever before. Will she be able to uncover what became of the women who lived in the old house? And, if she does, will she learn from their story, and open her heart to a new life with her one true love on Morwen Island?

An absolutely heartbreaking and unputdownable read, perfect for fans of gripping family dramas, and for those who enjoy the novels of Debbie Macomber, Fiona Valpy and Nancy Thayer.

Readers are loving Dreams of the Cottage by the Sea:

‘WOW!!!… Clear your schedules and grab the tissues as you will need them!!!… Devastatingly heartbreaking and beautiful… I was utterly glued to the pages and I could not bring myself to put it down… I had tears absolutely streaming down my face… I was completely mind-blown at the end and just when I thought I had run out of tears they started pouring out again… I LOVED it.’ Bookworm86 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wonderful… Intriguing, heart-warming and inspiring… This book hits all the feels… An amazing story, I loved it.’ PageTurners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Beautiful… Heart-wrenching. I was so immersed in the story I couldn’t stop reading.’ @shortbookthyme ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Brilliant. I read the book in one night as I could not put it down… A must-read. Loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Beautiful… It’s a wild ride… Intense, emotional and utterly compelling. Read this one!’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wonderful… Devastating… Beautiful… An uplifting read.’ Cindy L Spear ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wonderful… I loved everything about this book.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Ever since her sister Caitlin left the village of Heaven’s Cove, Isla has cared for their beloved grandmother Jessie in her cosy red-brick cottage by the sea. Now, heartbroken after Jessie’s death, Isla hopes to bond again with her sister. Until Caitlin insists she wants to sell the cottage they spent their childhood in.

But their grandmother, who always had a twinkle in her eye, had other plans. At her will reading the sisters are handed an envelope containing a cryptic riddle in Jessie’s handwriting. Certain their grandmother, who loved puzzles and crosswords, wanted them to solve it together, Isla begs Caitlin for more time.

Then Isla meets tall, brooding Ben in the village, come from America seeking answers about his own family history. One of his ancestors was close to a relative of Jessie’s… did Jessie mean for them to meet?

As Ben and Isla walk together on the wild Devon beaches, they discover a heartbreaking generations-old story of a woman who chose her family over true love. But Isla and Caitlin are no closer to solving their grandmother’s riddle: and when Caitlin finally shares a shocking secret about her life back in London, selling their grandmother’s home seems the only way forward.

Without their grandmother to guide them, will the sisters ever rediscover the meaning of family? Or will Isla be forced to leave Ben, and Heaven’s Cove behind forever?

This book can be enjoyed as a standalone.

An absolutely gripping and addictive page-turner about family secrets and sisterhood. Fans of Barbara O’Neal, Faith Hogan and Debbie Macomber will adore being swept away to the rugged Devon coast.

Read what everyone’s saying about The Sisters at the Last House Before the Sea:

‘Took me on a heart-warming journey… Set a smile on my face… I could not put this book down for I was completely lost in the story… Enchanting…I loved this novel so much.’Cindy L Spear, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Fabulous… A wonderful story which I absolutely adored reading! I loved the family relationships… Perfect! A delightful read.’ Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Gorgeous hug of a book… Wraps itself round you like a cosy blanket. It has warmth, charm, laugh-out-loud moments… I absolutely loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wonderful… I picked it up to read a few pages and wound up reading late into the night. Loved.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘I love these books… It is brilliant… Just fantastic… Liz Eeles writes fab books.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I want it to continue forever… Warmed my heart… Absolutely compelling… Their story captivated me.’ @tessa.talks.books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Love this series, the books never disappoint… Beautiful… Loved the characters.’ Goodreads reviewer

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It’s normal for your washing machine to get more action than you, right?

I wake up, bleary-eyed.

It’s been two years, six months and three hours since I last shaved my legs, and the llama-patterned knickers I’m wearing have seen better days.

We have seven minutes before the kids wake up, and my husband shuffles closer. ‘Ouch,’ he says, a piece of Lego sticking into his back.

Then, a light comes on in the landing. Small footsteps creep down the stairs. A little voice screams, ‘IS SOMEONE COMING TO MAKE BREAKFAST?!’

All hope of having some ‘alone time’ is replaced with wondering if we’ve run out of Cheerios, thinking about the overflowing laundry, and remembering that I forgot to take out the recycling. Again. Just a typical Monday morning for the Morton family…

Except today, when I go downstairs in my dressing gown, I find something. Something belonging to my husband. Something that definitely wasn’t in the wedding vows. And it’s either going to make us… or break us.

An utterly hilarious and unmissable novel for anyone who has ever felt like they spend more time washing the dishes than getting lucky. Fans of Why Mummy Drinks and The Unmumsy Mum, and rom-coms by Sophie Ranald and Sophie Kinsella, will ugly laugh at this gloriously funny and relatable read.

Readers totally love Has Anyone Seen My Sex Life?:

‘Absolutely hilarious!! Seriously, I haven’t been able to put this one down!… I have not stopped laughing… One of those books which is perfect after a stressful day because you are guaranteed to laugh out loud… Loved it… Devoured this book in just a few hours… Impossible to put down.’ Little Miss Book Lover 87, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I’ve read books which have made me laugh before – but this time I couldn’t stop!… I have giggled hysterically… It’s so very, very funny! My long suffering other-half is used to me giggling maniacally when I’m reading, but this took things to a whole new level… A right good laugh… Absolutely hilarious… Yes, it’s THAT funny! Without a doubt, worth a full house of stars.’ Grace J Reviewer Lady, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Oh my days… I was howling in bed! The hubby wasn’t happy… Said that amount of laughter should not be coming from the bedroom!’ Emma the Little Book Worm, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Tears were running down my face, I was laughing so hard.’ I Am Indeed, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Hilarious. It will have you laughing out loud from beginning to end! Brilliant… I’m still smiling about this book now.’ Between the Pages Book Club, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I just could not stop laughing.’ Crossroad Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Whoa!!… Kept me laughing… Had me in splits… This book was perfect.’ Shalini’s Books & Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely brilliant… I have never laughed aloud so much… I so want this book to be the bestseller of 2020… Safe to say I will be gifting copies of this book to my female friends.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Hilarious… Had me laughing out loud… I genuinely loved this book.’ The Bespectacled Bibliophile, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A laugh-a-minute comedy… I began laughing at about page 2 and didn’t stop until the end… Funny-as-hell!! I challenge anyone, man or woman, to read this book and not find at least one bit of it where you can say “yep…that’s my life”!!! This is a book that I started reading with tears in my eyes from laughing and rounded it off wonderfully with tears of sadness!!!… Fab, fab, fab!!!’ Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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When twenty-four-year-old Ava Kelly and her adventurous twin Grace return home to The Shamrock Inn, their Ma’s favourite baubles bring back so many memories of Christmases past. They have always done everything together, even leaving their little Irish village for the excitement of London. But with the locket her handsome ex Shane gave her hanging just above her heart, Ava has just one wish this festive season…

After a year stuck in a job she can’t stand and going on dreadful dates, Ava longs to be back with Shane. Curling up in front of the fire with him, the brooding fisherman everyone else sees melts away as his blue eyes meet hers. But planning a future with Shane would mean telling Grace she’ll be moving back to the village for good. Ava knows it will break her sister’s heart for them to be parted.

But, before Ava can build up the courage to talk to her twin, terrible tidings about Shane hit The Shamrock Inn like a winter storm. With everyone but Grace rushing to the harbour, will Ava’s hopes for a future with both Shane and her sister in it be dashed? Or could a Christmas miracle bring them all together?

Fans of Nicola May, Trisha Ashley and Debbie Macomber will love this stunning festive romance. Get comfy under your winter blankets with a warm cocoa ready, because you will not be able to put this wonderful, heart-warming book down!

What readers are saying about A Christmas Miracle in the Little Irish Village:

‘I’ve fallen head over heels for the little village and its community… Beautiful… My idea of perfect!! An absolute joy to read… A heart-warming story of second chances, family, and friends… I absolutely loved it and can’t wait to return to the little Irish village.’ @Staceywh_17, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘You will get the full Irish experience while reading this one… The perfect read… Emerald Bay pulled me in, after my first visit I knew I had to return… Delightful… Kept me eagerly turning pages as I soaked in the Irish Christmas warmth.’ Vegan Book Blogger, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A lovely, heart-warming story of second chances. This wonderful festive story will definitely pull at your heartstrings… I not only wanted to hang the Christmas lights, but I am ready to decorate the Christmas tree. What a wonderful and charming story… I loved this amazing book and it’s a great addition to this lovely series. I highly recommend it.’ Page Turners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I adored this charming Christmas story… The Kelly family – I wanted to be part of it… The story feels like a hug. Truly loved it!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Such a wonderful Christmassy read. I sat and read it in one sitting… Fabulous.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A cute and heart-warming family story… Get comfy under your winter blankets with a warm cocoa ready, because you will not be able to put this wonderful, heart-warming book down!’ @bre.nda18reads

‘Charming… Heart-warming read that captures the essence of the holiday spirit and the power of love and family. It’s a perfect book to curl up with by the fire during the festive season. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a heart-warming Christmas story.’ @booksdaisy, ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The first in a spicy and unforgettable rom-com duology from #1 New York Times bestseller and tik tok favorite Tessa Bailey, in which a Hollywood “It Girl” is cut off from her wealthy family and exiled to a small Pacific Northwest beach town… where she butts heads with a surly, sexy local who thinks she doesn’t belong. 

Piper Bellinger is fashionable, influential, and her reputation as a wild child means the paparazzi are constantly on her heels. When too much champagne and an out-of-control rooftop party lands Piper in the slammer, her stepfather decides enough is enough. So he cuts her off, and sends Piper and her sister to learn some responsibility running their late father’s dive bar… in Washington.

Piper hasn’t even been in Westport for five minutes when she meets big, bearded sea captain Brendan, who thinks she won’t last a week outside of Beverly Hills. So what if Piper can’t do math, and the idea of sleeping in a shabby apartment with bunk beds gives her hives. How bad could it really be? She’s determined to show her stepfather—and the hot, grumpy local—that she’s more than a pretty face.

Except it’s a small town and everywhere she turns, she bumps into Brendan. The fun-loving socialite and the gruff fisherman are polar opposites, but there’s an undeniable attraction simmering between them. Piper doesn’t want any distractions, especially feelings for a man who sails off into the sunset for weeks at a time. Yet as she reconnects with her past and begins to feel at home in Westport, Piper starts to wonder if the cold, glamorous life she knew is what she truly wants. LA is calling her name, but Brendan—and this town full of memories—may have already caught her heart. 

As seen on E!Online, PopSugar, CNN, EliteDaily, Vulture, Buzzfeed, Bustle, the Nerd Daily, PARADE, LA Magazine, Country Living, USA Today, and more!

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When Cassidy Beeswhistle loses her job and her boyfriend within seconds of each other, it’s time for a change. Discovering her beloved late father’s connection to a tiny English village, it seems like the perfect place to start again. Especially because there’s a secret ‘lost deed’, which – if found – would return the village’s gorgeous manor house to its rightful heir: Cassidy…

On arrival in Dithercott, Cassidy is blown away by the rolling hills and glittering lake, and the local villagers welcome her with open arms – all of them but one, that is… The current lord of the manor, Ned Bamford-Bligh, is tall and fiendishly attractive with his olive skin and jet-black hair, but he is also gruff and standoffish – and he has no interest in entertaining the new girl in the village; especially one who is potentially after his home, with its ivy-covered turrets and sprawling gardens.

Despite Ned’s frosty welcome, Cassidy is drawn to his piercing, hazel-eyed glare and she’s determined she is to uncover the demons that keep him locked away behind the manor’s imposing stonework. Before she knows it, an undeniable spark builds between them…

Just as Cassidy is feeling at home in Dithercott – and in the arms of Ned – he shows up on her doorstep clutching an old roll of parchment. Is this the discovery she’s been waiting for? And if it is, will its contents bring Ned and Cassidy closer together, or push them apart…?

A heart-warming, laugh-out-loud story of home, friendship, family and finding love in the most unlikely of places. The perfect curl-up read for fans of Sarah Morgan, Milly Johnson and Jenny Colgan.

What readers are saying about The Accidental Inheritance:

‘OMG! What a wonderful book!… Gripped me right from the very start!… A great read from beginning to end!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved everything about this book… Kept me up late into the night to read “one more chapter”… Heartwarming!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I started it in the morning and didn’t put it down until I’d finished it a few hours later!… I absolutely loved this book and was hooked on it from the very beginning… Wonderful… Heartwarming!… A fabulously fun and romantic read!… Had me on the edge of my seat! My first book by this author, but it certainly won’t be the last! Loved it!!’ Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Every single character was a delight… This book is pure bliss and makes your heart flutter again and again.’ Book Guru, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Lots of twists… Amazing… A perfect ending. Loved it… Read it!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A fun, cozy romance written by a talented author. The characters come alive on the pages… Enjoy, and be transported for an afternoon.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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A Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Colleen Hoover comes a novel that explores life after tragedy and the enduring spirit of love.

When Leeds meets Layla, he’s convinced he’ll spend the rest of his life with her—until an unexpected attack leaves Layla fighting for her life. After weeks in the hospital, Layla recovers physically, but the emotional and mental scarring has altered the woman Leeds fell in love with. In order to put their relationship back on track, Leeds whisks Layla away to the bed-and-breakfast where they first met. Once they arrive, Layla’s behavior takes a bizarre turn. And that’s just one of many inexplicable occurrences.

Feeling distant from Layla, Leeds soon finds solace in Willow—another guest of the B&B with whom he forms a connection through their shared concerns. As his curiosity for Willow grows, his decision to help her find answers puts him in direct conflict with Layla’s well-being. Leeds soon realizes he has to make a choice because he can’t help both of them. But if he makes the wrong choice, it could be detrimental for all of them.

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In the long, hot summer of 1995, twenty-two-year-old Alice Lang rents a caravan on a holiday park on the outskirts of the lively holiday resort of Severn Sands. She befriends Marnie, a shy, damaged little girl whose father is the park’s caretaker and whose mother died a few months earlier. Will, whose mother runs the bar, falls in love with Alice, and is unbearably jealous of anyone else she sees. Tensions rise until one evening Alice disappears from her caravan. She’s never seen again, and only her scarlet dress is found washed up on the shore.

A quarter of a century later, the town is run down and nobody comes there anymore. Mr and Mrs deVillars, former owners of the holiday park, have passed the failing business onto their son Guy, who promptly sells the land for development. Builders clearing the land to create an expanse of executive homes uncover human bones. It has to be Alice.

Will and Marnie’s lives were entirely shaped by what happened that summer, and now Alice has been found, they must struggle to pin down their memories, to escape the secrets of the past, the lies they told and the unbearable guilt they’re both carrying.

They need to find out what happened to Alice. Who killed her? And why?

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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Esme has run the guest house for as long as anyone in Ballycove can remember. But in her declining years, her sight is failing, and when she has a fall on the eve of the summer season, she is forced to take a back seat for the first time in her life.

From her chair in the entry hall, not much passes Esme by. There’s Cora, the wife visiting indefinitely… without her husband; Niamh, the city professional with a life-changing decision to make; and Phyllie, the grandmother whose family is slipping away from her.

Esme’s guests provide the colour that helps her keep her grip on the world. All of them have something they want to escape – or to hold on to. But can Esme help them find their way before the summer is over?

From bestselling Irish writer Faith Hogan comes a new, uplifting story about discovering love, friendship and the healing power of the Irish sea air. It will charm fans of Sheila O’Flanagan, Heidi Swain and Susanne O’Leary.

‘Once again Faith pulls you into her world instantly and never lets you go, with such an incredibly real cast of characters who you feel actually exist. A Life affirming and unputdownable read.’ Phillipa Ashley

‘What a delight this book is. A gorgeous cast of characters, the perfect seaside setting and Faith Hogan’s wonderful talent for dialogue all come together to make this a lovely feel-good story with an ending that will cheer your heart.’ Imogen Clark

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Save the world, or burn it down trying.

Newly-divorced Remi has been swallowing her rage and playing nice and for far too long. But every woman has her breaking point. And when she snaps, she ignites.

Because magic attracts magic, that fire spreads into an inferno of magical awakenings. Now instead of one middle-aged witch with no idea how to handle her magic, the little town of Marshmallow has three.

Sure, they may be a hot mess of renegade sorcery, but they’re not just powerful. They’re empowered. They’re done playing by other people’s rules and they’re writing their own.

1. Remi: Divorce bites. It’s worse when your ex is a vampire.
When quiet rage burns so bright you spontaneously combust, things can still get worse.
Turns out, fighting fire with fire is satisfyingly cathartic.
Burn it all down. Forge your own path from the ashes.

2. Jen: Dreams really do come true. But so do nightmares.
Being a single mom means you have to be prepared for everything. You have to be able to do everything. But nothing can prepare you for magic that activates while you’re asleep.
A positive bedtime routine is clutch.

3. Brianna: He went from “I do” to “Who are you?”
When your AWOL husband finally returns but pretends his memory is still missing, life can’t get much worse.
Unless you also turn into a chicken. A literal one. With feathers and the whole clucking shebang.
Peck the patriarchy.

Midlife meltdowns lead to newfound friendship, hilarious hijinks, and mounting mayhem. Each magical crisis is a new beginning, a chance to find love and the happily-ever-afters these forty-year-old heroines never thought possible. This bundle contains the first three novels in the Midlife Magic in Marshmallow series: Sweatpants and Spells,Scrapbooking the Supernatural, and Wrinkles and Runes.

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From living the high life to hitting rock bottom in the space of a few hours . . .

Marketing guru Amelia has it all. She’s tied the knot with Declan, the love of her life, ready to start their perfect future together in London after an idyllic honeymoon in Italy.

Until Amelia loses her job.

And returns home to find a note from Declan, demanding a divorce.

Now she has no job, no husband and no reason to stay in London.

The Isle of Arran seems like the perfect place to lick her wounds and start again. If there’s anywhere that will help her heal, it’s this beautiful Scottish island.

Then life throws her another curveball in the form of dreamy Scotsman Fergus. His dark eyes make her weak at the knees.

But this is not the time for romance.

Despite Amelia’s best efforts, she finds herself drawn to Fergus. He has his own tragic past, but he makes Amelia feel alive again. Until a face from the past threatens to upend everything . . .

Will Amelia realize her heart belongs to Arran . . . And perhaps to a certain dark-eyed Scotsman?

This utterly heart-warming Scottish romance is perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Julie Shackman, Veronica Henry or Jenny Colgan.

READERS ADORE ELLIE HENDERSON:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I picked this book up just to read a couple of chapters and the next thing I knew it was three hours later.’ Fiona G.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolutely lovely festive read!’ Helen D.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a lovely story of love, friendship and courage. A real page-turner.’ Carol C.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic book to curl up with.’ Gill K.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I didn’t want it to end.’ Marian G.

⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What more could you want from a Christmas read?’ Julia H.

ALSO BY ELLIE HENDERSON
SCOTTISH ROMANCES
Book 1: A SUMMER WEDDING ON ARRAN
Book 2: A CHRISTMAS ESCAPE TO ARRAN

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The twisty psychological thriller perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty

An addictive thriller that will keep you guessing until the last page, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty and Shari Lapena.

Meet the young widows:

The hot mess

Kylie is done with commitment. Her trust in men died with her husband. Now she trawls bars looking for fun – no strings, no promises, no second night. That is until she meets a man who seems to want more, but is it a mistake to trust again?

The new member

Hannah’s grief is fresh and reminds the other widows how raw their pain once was, do they want to let that back into their lives?

The wallflower

Isabel is used to hiding in the shadows, her past still haunts her. Only her late husband knew what happened the night that ruined her life.

The fiancée

Adriana is moving on. But as her wedding draws closer, she’s starting to question how well she truly knows her partner. Then she receives an anonymous note that reads: Get out while you still can.

Four very different women, brought together by their grief, only to find their lives are inexplicably linked in the darkest of ways.

Readers love The Young Widows!

‘Fantastic. A very twisty read full of suspense’

‘A real rollercoaster’

‘Kept me hooked’

‘Had me gripped. I raced through … and there were plenty of twists!’

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Detective Lola Harris returns from a miserable solo holiday — an effort to get over her useless ex — only to find herself in charge of a high-stakes investigation.

She rushes to a crime scene in the historic Gallowgate neighbourhood. The smell in the basement is thick and sweet, even through Lola’s forensic mask.

The old wooden chair and the rope hanging from its arms are stained red. The earth below is saturated with blood. Six candleholders, their lights burned out, lend the scene an air of a completed ritual.

And yet there is no sign of a body.

A smashed-up phone in the corner puts the investigators on the trail of a local politician who has vanished without trace and a controversial artist who died thirty years ago on a remote Hebridean island.

Lola will have to work with the most obnoxious detective in Glasgow if she’s going to stop the killer from striking again.

Fans of Matt Brolly, Nadine Matheson, Alex Gray, Ian Rankin, Caro Ramsay and Denise Mina will devour this page-turning crime thriller.

PRAISE FOR MURDER IN THE GALLOWGATE:

‘A truly compelling crime novel from an author to watch, which has not only a gutsy and believable central character, but enough twists and surprises to satisfy even the most hardened crime reader. Highly recommended.’ Matthew Booth, author of the Everett Carr mysteries

‘An absolutely gripping murder mystery with a fabulous, strong female detective. The plot twists took my breath away. I’m hooked!’ Victoria Dowd, bestselling author of the Smart Woman’s Mystery series

‘From its disturbing gothic opening to the final twist, Murder in the Gallowgate had me hooked!’ Margaret Murphy, Dagger-winning author of Before He Kills Again

‘A spine-tinglingly tense and gripping novel, with a lovably flawed main detective and host of complex and intriguing characters, Murder in the Gallowgate kept me turning pages late into the night!’ G.R. Halliday, author of the Monica Kennedy series

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fantastic read, couldn’t put it down.’ Hannelore C.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A new addition to the top drawer of crime fiction.’ J C Gregory

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved the pace, the twists, the setting — can’t wait for the next one!’ Ali King

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Compelling characters, storylines that hooked me right in, and a proper flavour of Glasgow made it a brilliant read. I hadn’t intended to read it in a oner, but I couldn’t bring myself to put it down.’ Kay Oh

MEET THE DETECTIVES
Lola Harris, a former hairdresser, is able to get people to trust her at their most vulnerable. She can pierce the toughest facade, asking questions that get to the heart of the matter. But she knows she can play it “mumsy” when she needs to. She drinks too much coffee, and likes a Bacardi and Coke, though she tries not to drink because it makes her maudlin about her useless ex, Joe.

Lola’s main rival in the force is Detective Sergeant Aidan Pierce, who seems hell-bent on sabotaging the case — and her career with it. He thinks he’s the next big thing, and is intensely frustrated that she got ‘his’ promotion. Carefully dressed in expensive Italian suits, he’s a snob, very good looking and vain with it. He’s his own worst enemy, and his manipulative and toxic behaviour has been getting worse. At some point, Lola will have to confront him.

Luckily, Lola has Detective Constable Kirstie Campbell to back her up. Kirstie is committed and plays by the book.

THE SETTING
Glasgow is a city of many different faces, from gritty and unsettling, to modern and slick. It rains a lot: clouds make a lid over the city, and citizens hunch as they hurry about their business. Still, people are very friendly and like a good time.

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This paranormal women’s fiction is a funny and poignant take on midlife with a pinch of spice, a touch of magic and a relatable older heroine you can root for.

Perfect for fans of Alice Hoffman’s Practical Magic series or Ami McKay’s Witches of New York.
Read The Mid Witch now.

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London, 1936.

Socialite and journalist Lady Pamela pens the popular ‘Agent of Influence’ column, writing wittily about fashion and high society.

For her latest piece, she interviews Wallis Simpson, the newly crowned king’s American mistress. That’s when she’s approached by MI5.

Lady Pamela’s mission: spy on Edward and Mrs Simpson and report on their connections with Nazi Germany.

As she navigates the treacherous world of international espionage, Lady Pamela uses her skills of observation and intuition to infiltrate Wallis’ inner circle.

As war clouds gather over Europe and the royal family faces its greatest ever crisis, is Lady Pamela in over her head?

This captivating and unputdownable historical novel will grip you to the very end. Perfect for fans of The Crown, Hilary Green, Kate Atkinson, Clare Marchant and Rhys Bowen.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fast paced, well plotted, and full of suspense.’ Reader Reviewer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you want historical content with a mystery and a scandal this book is for you because it has it all.’ Penny C.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved being thrown into this society world with a hint of espionage. I just enjoyed this immensely!’ Educator

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a brilliant story!! . . . I thoroughly enjoyed reading this story.’ Katrina O.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A detailed, immersive and exceptionally well-researched story. The author’s writing style is highly engaging.’ Julie H.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely fantastic historical novel . . . The novel drew me in from the first moment.’ Mary H.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Would highly recommend for those who love their historical fiction with a side of sass and flare.’ Amber M.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is an enjoyable, intelligent novel, broadly based upon fact for which the author had done in-depth research.’ Jill W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a thrilling spy novel!!! The history is fantastic and the detail really put you in the middle of the story.’ Sianne W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I could not put this down!! A historical spy novel that hooks you at the beginning and you are quickly drawn into the story and lives of the characters. I loved this!!’ Lori C

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Ten years later, Florie has become a lady, and Jocelin has been made a knight for his services in King Edward’s army. But they are not together; Florie is about to be married to a stranger chosen by her adoptive uncle. When two men claim to be the groom she married by proxy, her life is turned upside down.

Will Florie have the courage to accept her feelings for the mysterious usurper, and betray the memory of the man she has never stopped loving? Will Jocelin’s new identity allow him to win the heart of the woman he never managed to forget?

The first book in Virginie Marconato’s ‘The Blood Brothers Trilogy’, TWICE SEDUCED BY THE ROGUE is a medieval romance that will appeal to readers who enjoy lively dialogue and sexual chemistry between a dashing hero and a spirited heroine.

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‘Fine police procedural boasting brisk pace, vividly drawn characters . . . Peach is as distinctive as Inspector Morse.’ Booklist

Perfect for fans of Betty Rowlands, Agatha Christie, L. J. Ross, Joy Ellis, M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin or Rachel McLean.

PRAISE FOR J. M. GREGSON:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved this story, intriguing characters, tension and mystery, couldn’t put it down.’ Alaine

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ Great read. At last a proper whodunnit!’ Ann

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The plot was exceptional.’ Pam W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Perfect English mystery! . . . J. M. Gregson’s use of words paints such a clear picture. It’s like you’re right there.’ Lcb.

IN THIS SEVEN-BOOK BOX SET:

BOOK 1: WHO SAW HIM DIE?
Widower Tom Harrison is found dead in the house he shares unhappily with his social worker son and a group of ex-prisoners who use the place as a halfway house. Suspicion predictably falls on his ex-con housemates, but DI Percy Peach wonders if guilt lies in less obvious places . . .

BOOK 2: MISSING, PRESUMED DEAD
Despite a lack of natural golfing ability, DI Peach has joined a golf club. When the body of a pregnant woman is found on the course, he must find the killer while learning to work with his new, ambitious assistant.

BOOK 3: TO KILL A WIFE
Verna Hume insists on remaining married to her husband, purely out of spite. She’s found strangled at home, but DI Peach and DS Blake don’t consider her husband the prime suspect. Verna has offended too many people and some of her enemies are very angry indeed . . .

BOOK 4: A TURBULENT PRIEST
A Catholic priest’s body is found dead, washed up at the bottom of a cliff. While solving the case DI Peach starts to confront his own Catholic upbringing. And he and DS Blake unearth a scandal that extends far beyond the local church . . .

BOOK 5: THE LANCASHIRE LEOPARD
A young woman is found dead in the Lancashire village of Brunton at New Year. The third in a chain of deaths associated with the ‘Lancashire Leopard’. DI Peach is soon on the case, but the Leopard eludes him. And then another victim is uncovered . . .

BOOK 6: A LITTLE LEARNING
Two university students plan ‘the perfect crime’ but when the time comes to commit it, their victim is already dead. How can they explain the presence of a corpse, and escape conviction for a crime they planned, but didn’t actually commit? DI Peach and DS Blake must unravel this complex case.

BOOK 7: MURDER AT THE LODGE
A man is murdered in the car park at a Freemasons’ function and DI Peach is called in to investigate. Uncovering a vipers’ nest of petty jealousies and seedy goings-on at the Lodge, Peach must work out which of the dead man’s many enemies is the killer.

GRAB THIS BOX SET NOW AND ENJOY ALL SEVEN OF THESE GRIPPING MYSTERIES.

ABOUT THE DETECTIVE
DI PERCY PEACH
DI Percy Peach is not everyone’s cup of tea. Short, bald and nothing like the levity his name suggests, Detective Inspector Percy Peach is a formidable thief-catcher with a sharp insight and dogged persistence.

DS BLAKE
Recently promoted to DS, Lucy Blake joins Peach in Book 2 – determined and ambitious she’s a perfect foil to DI Peach’s abrasive manner.

ALSO BY J. M. GREGSON
LAMBERT AND HOOK SERIES
Book 1: MURDER AT THE NINETEENTH
Book 2: MAKING A KILLING
Book 3: DEAD ON COURSE
Book 4: BRING FORTH YOUR DEAD
Book 5: THE FOX IN THE FOREST
Book 6: STRANGLEHOLD
Book 7: WATERMARKED
Book 8: DEATH OF A NOBODY
Book 9: ACCIDENT BY DESIGN
Book 10: BODY POLITIC
Book 11: GIRL GONE MISSING
Book 12: MALICE AFORETHOUGHT
Book 13: AN UNSUITABLE DEATH
Book 14: AN ACADEMIC DEATH
Book 15: DEATH ON THE ELEVENTH HOLE

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‘Meticulously crafted and razor-sharp. THE COUPLE NEXT DOOR lingers long after you turn the final page’ HARLAN COBEN

***The fast-paced, addictive No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller. Over one million copies sold.***

PEOPLE ARE CAPABLE OF ALMOST ANYTHING.

You never know what’s happening on the other side of the wall.

Your neighbour told you that she didn’t want your six-month-old daughter at the dinner party. Nothing personal, she just couldn’t stand her crying.

Your husband said it would be fine. After all, you only live next door. You’ll have the baby monitor and you’ll take it in turns to go back every half hour.

Your daughter was sleeping when you checked on her last. But now, as you race up the stairs in your deathly quiet house, your worst fears are realized. She’s gone.

You’ve never had to call the police before. But now they’re in your home, and who knows what they’ll find there.

What would you be capable of, when pushed past your limit?

***OUT NOW *** Shari Lapena’s brand-new unputdownable thriller: EVERYONE HERE IS LYING

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She finds an envelope: ‘To be opened in the event of my death’. It’s her husband’s handwriting. But he’s still alive . . .

THE ENTHRALLING STORY OF SECRETS, FAMILY AND THE DANGER OF THE TRUTH

‘STAGGERINGLY BRILLIANT’ Sophie Hannah
‘ANOTHER MASTERCLASS’ Grazia
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Cecilia Fitzpatrick thought she knew her husband.

That is until she finds an envelope with his writing on: ‘to be opened in the event of my death’.

She opens it, and learns a shocking truth he has never dared reveal.

Now Cecilia faces a terrible choice.

Because revealing her husband’s secret will hurt those she loves the most . . .

But could the consequences of staying silent be worse?
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‘Finely wrought tension holds up until the final page’ TELEGRAPH

‘A tense, page-turning story which gradually draws everyone together in a devastating climax’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

‘Dark and compelling . . . a must read’ SUN

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Rumored to be a witch, Daisy’s healing expertise comes at a great price when she’s captured by the cruelest of Lairds. So she vows to escape, no matter how his dark gaze leaves her trembling…

The destroyer of clans, Laird Bellamy cares about one thing only: a cure for his daughter. Kidnapping the most notorious healer, his offer is simple: her services for her freedom. And he wishes she succeeds before his desire for her grows into a monster he can’t control…

*Highlander’s Captive Bride is a steamy Scottish Medieval Historical romance novel of 80,000 words (around 400 pages) written by Maddie MacKenna and published by Cobalt Fairy.

No cheating, no cliffhangers, lots of steam and a happy ending.

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