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Three best friends. One late-night lifeline.Meet Aisha, Sophy and
Mel. Three new mums. All absolutely shattered. For her social media
fans, influencer Sophy has the picture-perfect life. But why does
she feel so lonely all the time? Older mum Mel wasn't planning on
being a mum later in life. What does this all mean for the career
that she loved? Can she ever go back? And Aisha, whose much loved
twin boys bring her so much joy, but have caused a rift in her own
family that she isn't sure she can ever fix. Navigating this new
world of motherhood is hard. And the only sanity these three
friends have is their 3am mums' club, where they can chat and
support each other in the dark of the night as their babies,
finally, finally sleep. But in the still of the night, secrets are
revealed that could turn all their lives upside down.... more than
they already are! Bestselling author Nina Manning is back with a
brand-new story of mum guilt, parenting pitfalls and friendship
around the clock.
Harry Gilmore has no idea of the terrible danger he faces when he
meets a beautiful girl in a local student bar. Drugged and
abducted, Harry wakes up in a secure wooden compound deep in the
Welsh countryside, where he is groomed by the leaders of a
manipulative cult, run by the self-proclaimed new messiah known as
The Master. When the true nature of the cult becomes apparent,
Harry looks for any opportunity to escape. But as time passes, he
questions if The Master's extreme behavior and teachings are the
one true religion. With Harry's life hanging by a thread, a team of
officers, led by Detective Inspector Laura Kesey, investigate his
disappearance. But will they find him before it's too late?
*Previously published as The Girl in White*
Winter has arrived in Primrose Woods bringing with it new loves,
new adventures and warm hugs on cold days. Abbey Carter, her
boyfriend Sam and their trusty canine companion Lady, relish living
in the picturesque village of Wishwell at the edge of their beloved
Primrose Woods. The woods and the country park are full of activity
as the festive season approaches. Lizzie Baker is flat out at the
Treetops cafe, serving all sorts of winter warmers, festive goodies
and lashings of hot chocolate. And when her daughter and
grandchildren arrive to stay, the run up to Christmas is set to be
even more magical than she had expected. Rhianna West has finally
found the perfect man to fall in love with - if only Luke wasn't
moving away in the New Year. As the snow falls on Primrose Woods,
and the village of Wishwell sparkles with Christmas lights, could
this be the year that every wish comes true for the three friends?
Snowflakes Over Primrose Woods is the perfect feel-good love story
to snuggle up with this winter. Just right for fans of Cathy
Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. What readers say about Jill
Steeples: 'Jill Steeples skilfully weaves together the contrasting
lives of these three likeable women. I soon found myself rooting
for each of their journeys and I loved the beautiful setting of
Primrose Woods. Romantic, feel-good and heartwarming, I loved it!'
'This book was wonderful and heartwarming and a lovely romance
featuring friendships and second chances.I also fell in love with
the setting of Primrose Woods. The descriptions had me wanting to
go and visit there. Starting Over at Primrose Woods was a
wonderful, uplifting book that left me with a warm and happy
feeling.' 'After finishing reading this book I felt like I had had
a hug from a mug of hot chocolate - I was left feeling all warm and
fuzzy inside.' 'If you are after a heart-warming and uplifting
story, with a couple of side orders of romance, enchanting
backdrops, loveable characters, the most adorable, yet cheeky fur
baby, plenty of smiles and a few giggles along the way....Then I
HIGHLY recommend reading....Starting Over at Primrose Woods by Jill
Steeples'
Pre-order the brand new instalment in bestselling author T. A.
Williams' Armstrong and Oscar cozy mystery series!A brand new cozy
crime series set in gorgeous Tuscany...It's murder in paradise!
Murder in broad daylight... When millionaire magnate, Rex Hunter is
found with his head bashed in on the eighth hole of his prestigious
golf and country club in beautiful Chianti, it's a clear case of
murder. Hunter was rich and successful and the envy of many, so
retired DCI Dan Armstrong thinks the case will be a hole in one to
solve.... A despised victim... But as Dan and his trusty sidekick
Oscar begin to dig deeper into Hunter's lifestyle, they discover a
man despised by many. A renowned womaniser, ruthless boss and
heartless family man, it seems no one is particularly sorry to see
Hunter dead. And the list of possible suspects is endless... A
murderer covering their tracks. Dan is determined to catch this
clever killer, but it seems every new lead brings another dead end.
Will this be one case Dan and his canine companion won't solve? A
gripping new murder mystery series by bestselling author T.A.
Williams, perfect for fans of Lee Strauss and Beth Byers.
Hold on to the feeling of sunshine at the seaside with this
gorgeous romance, perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Jo Thomas.
When Sacha Collins, cafe owner and sundae-maker extraordinaire,
meets Italian archaeologist, Alessandro Salvatore in Rome, she's
grateful to him for being her tour guide. Now he's turned up in the
seaside village where she lives and is setting up a gelateria in
direct competition to her retro Summer Sundaes Cafe. She's only
been running her cafe for two years since taking over from her
father. Until now the only other shops on the boardwalk have been a
wool shop, an antique shop and a second-hand book shop. These have
helped rather than hindered her custom. How will her creative
sundaes made from fresh Jersey ice cream compete with his delicious
Italian gelato? Sacha is worried. Is there enough custom for both
businesses to thrive? Who is behind the strange changes being made
on the boardwalk? And when the oldest resident on the boardwalk is
threatened with eviction can Sacha and Alessandro come together and
find a way of helping her? For a peaceful little boardwalk
overlooking one of the quieter beaches on the island, there's an
awful lot going on and some of it is going to lead to big changes.
Previously published by Georgina Troy as Summer Sundaes. Read what
people are saying about Summer Sundaes on the Boardwalk: 'A
gorgeous beachside setting, divine ice-cream sundaes, and a
scorching summer love story - this book has it all!' Christina
Jones 'I thoroughly enjoyed spending time in this charming,
evocative story. It's a perfect book to enjoy by the pool, in the
sunshine, with a glass of Prosecco!' Kirsty Greenwood 'A
wonderfully warm and sweet summer read' Karen Clarke
Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland and Helen Rolfe. Welcome to the
sunshine island - where the beaches are golden, the lifestyle is
perfect and anything is possible. Popstar Matteo Stanford is eager
to escape to the sunshine island to catch up with his old friend
Alex and secretly film his latest music video. But within moments
of landing, the location for the shoot is leaked to the press, and
his island escape and video might be over before they start. Not to
be defeated, Alex's girlfriend Piper recruits her two best friends
Casey and Tara, who run the Smoke and Mirrors stall at the The
Cabbage Patch market. It doesn't take Casey more than a moment to
realise the perfect setting for Matteo's video is Gorey castle, but
securing the venue means Casey is soon planning a secret wedding,
finding an actress and becoming a set designer! It's chaos and
crazed fans, peppered with the sweetest moments she's ever
experienced. But could a popstar really fall for island girl Casey
Norman?
When Bunny Carter, the old lady from the Manor House, is discovered
in an open grave, Sophie Sayers is sure it's a case of foul play.
But when it comes to suspects, she's spoiled for choice. One of
Bunny's squabbling children from three different husbands? Petunia
Lot from the Cats Prevention charity, always angling for a legacy?
All these and more had motive and opportunity. But who is to blame?
And can Sophie and her boyfriend, village bookseller Hector Munro,
stop them before they strike again? Previously published by Debbie
Young.
When Sophie Sayers joins a writers' retreat, she's hoping to find
inspiration and perhaps a little adventure. Away from her comfort
zone, she also takes stock of her relationship with her boyfriend
Hector. But scarcely has the writing course begun when bestselling
romantic novelist Marina Milanese disappears on a solo excursion to
an old windmill. First on the scene, Sophie is prime suspect for
Marina's murder. When a storm prevents the police from landing on
the island to investigate, Sophie must try to solve the crime
herself - not easy, when everyone at the retreat has a motive. As
she strives to uncover the truth about Marina's fate, Sophie
arrives at a life-changing decision about her own future.
Previously published by Debbie Young as Murder Your Darlings.
Harry Gilmore has no idea of the terrible danger he faces when he
meets a beautiful girl in a local student bar. Drugged and
abducted, Harry wakes up in a secure wooden compound deep in the
Welsh countryside, where he is groomed by the leaders of a
manipulative cult, run by the self-proclaimed new messiah known as
The Master. When the true nature of the cult becomes apparent,
Harry looks for any opportunity to escape. But as time passes, he
questions if The Master's extreme behavior and teachings are the
one true religion. With Harry's life hanging by a thread, a team of
officers, led by Detective Inspector Laura Kesey, investigate his
disappearance. But will they find him before it's too late?
*Previously published as The Girl in White*
When Sophie Sayers' plans for a cozy English country Christmas are
interrupted by the arrival of her ex-boyfriend, her troubles are
only just beginning. Before long, the whole village stands accused
of murder. Damian says he's come to direct the village Nativity
play, but Sophie thinks he's up to no good. What are those noises
coming from his van? Who is the stranger lurking in the shadows?
And whose baby, abandoned in the manger, disappears in plain sight?
Enjoy the fun of a traditional Cotswold festive season, as Sophie
seeks a happy ending for her latest village mystery - and for her
new romance with charming local bookseller Hector Munro.
Winter has arrived in Primrose Woods bringing with it new loves,
new adventures and warm hugs on cold days. Abbey Carter, her
boyfriend Sam and their trusty canine companion Lady, relish living
in the picturesque village of Wishwell at the edge of their beloved
Primrose Woods. The woods and the country park are full of activity
as the festive season approaches. Lizzie Baker is flat out at the
Treetops cafe, serving all sorts of winter warmers, festive goodies
and lashings of hot chocolate. And when her daughter and
grandchildren arrive to stay, the run up to Christmas is set to be
even more magical than she had expected. Rhianna West has finally
found the perfect man to fall in love with - if only Luke wasn't
moving away in the New Year. As the snow falls on Primrose Woods,
and the village of Wishwell sparkles with Christmas lights, could
this be the year that every wish comes true for the three friends?
Snowflakes Over Primrose Woods is the perfect feel-good love story
to snuggle up with this winter. Just right for fans of Cathy
Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. What readers say about Jill
Steeples: 'Jill Steeples skilfully weaves together the contrasting
lives of these three likeable women. I soon found myself rooting
for each of their journeys and I loved the beautiful setting of
Primrose Woods. Romantic, feel-good and heartwarming, I loved it!'
'This book was wonderful and heartwarming and a lovely romance
featuring friendships and second chances.I also fell in love with
the setting of Primrose Woods. The descriptions had me wanting to
go and visit there. Starting Over at Primrose Woods was a
wonderful, uplifting book that left me with a warm and happy
feeling.' 'After finishing reading this book I felt like I had had
a hug from a mug of hot chocolate - I was left feeling all warm and
fuzzy inside.' 'If you are after a heart-warming and uplifting
story, with a couple of side orders of romance, enchanting
backdrops, loveable characters, the most adorable, yet cheeky fur
baby, plenty of smiles and a few giggles along the way....Then I
HIGHLY recommend reading....Starting Over at Primrose Woods by Jill
Steeples'
The brand new heartwarming festive read from bestseller Sarah
Bennett!Music sensation Aurora Storm finally has her career back on
track, but then she's caught up in a media storm. Desperate to
distract from the story, she enlists the one man she trusts to
pretend to be her boyfriend. Meanwhile, in the small seaside
village of Mermaids Point, Nick Morgan never expected to see Aurora
again. When she calls out of the blue needing his help, he agrees
at once. It feels like she's back in his life for a reason, and
he's determined to make the most of it. Aurora joins Nick and the
rest of his family for their festive celebrations and, as the snow
falls, Aurora finds herself caught up in the romance of Christmas.
But having tasted worldwide fame, can she ever be content with
village life? Two weeks is all Nick has to prove to Aurora that
there's a happy ending for them both in Mermaids Point. There's
always a second chance for love in a Sarah Bennett story, so escape
to the seaside village of Mermaids Point for a festive, feel-good
treat. Perfect for all fans of Trisha Ashley, Holly Martin and
Milly Johnson. Praise for Sarah Bennett: 'A gorgeous story packed
with love, romance and heartfelt emotion. Will bring sunshine into
your day!' Phillipa Ashley 'Cosy, heartwarming and moving, this
story is as beautiful as its cover.' Samantha Tonge 'Happy Endings
at Mermaids Point has passion in spades, romance to make you blush
and a community that cares. I hoped this story would just keep on
going.' Celia Anderson 'What a finale to a fabulous season! I
absolutely loved the story and it was wonderful to see all the
characters get their much deserved happily ever after! An
absolutely gorgeous Christmas read!' Katie Ginger 'This is a real
page turner, with a brisk plot and a really emotional core. The
community we've grown to love at Mermaid's Point is alive with
love, laughter and vibrancy!' Fay Keenan 'I loved Nick and Aurora's
story, and want the Morgan family to adopt me. Sarah Bennett has
surpassed herself.' Jules Wake 'This is the perfect escapist read
and I can't wait to follow the characters in what promises to be a
wonderful series. Five sparkling stars!' Rachel Griffiths'What a
Mer-mazing book! I'm so glad this is a series and I'll get to meet
the characters again because you won't want to leave them after the
final page.' Catherine Miller 'I inhaled this book in two days.
Absolutely gorgeous. Sarah Bennett is back, and better than ever!'
Rachel Burton 'A perfect heartwarming read full of family, romance
and intrigue, set in a stunning location - what's not to love?'
Bella Osborne
It's the countdown to Christmas at Hedgehog Hollow Wildlife Rescue
Centre, and everyone is gearing up for a festive season to
remember...It should be the most wonderful time of the year for
Samantha and Josh as they prepare for the arrival of their first
baby. But life at Hedgehog Hollow rarely goes to plan and the pair
are faced with adversaries, old and new, and unexpected challenges
to overcome. Fizz's job at the heart of the rescue centre is a
dream come true but her personal life is more like a nightmare.
With her love life a disaster and her past about to dramatically
catch up with her, she needs the love and support of her Hedgehog
Hollow family more than ever. As the snow falls over Hedgehog
Hollow, will Samantha and Fizz find the Christmas miracle they need
to overcome their heartache and find happiness? Top 10 bestseller
Jessica Redland welcomes you back to Hedgehog Hollow this Christmas
for the final time in this series for a heartfelt story of love,
family, friendship - and hedgehogs of course! Praise for the
Hedgehog Hollow series: 'I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An
emotional read, full of twists and turns' Heidi Swain 'The Hedgehog
Hollow series is a tonic I'd recommend for everyone. There is so
much to make you smile in Jessica's stories and they are always
uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to
pick up a copy.' Jo Bartlett 'A beautifully written series that
offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.' Samantha Tonge
'Hedgehog Hollow is a wonderful series that has found a special
place all of its own deep in the hearts of readers, including
mine.' Jennifer Bohnet 'An emotional, romantic and ultimately
uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive
handling of difficult subjects. The gorgeous community she has
built around Hedgehog Hollow is one I hope to visit again and
again.' Sarah Bennett 'A warm hug of a book. I never wanted to
leave Hedgehog Hollow. Very highly recommended.' Della Galton 'A
wonderful, warm series full of family, friends and romance.' Katie
Ginger 'Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about
heart' Nicola May 'An emotional but uplifting page turner.' Fay
Keenan
Welcome to Berecombe-by-the-Sea for a year of very special
celebrations... This year sees the seventy-fifth anniversary of
D-Day. We owe an enormous debt of gratitude to those brave boys who
went to fight on French beaches for our freedom. And now Berecombe
is playing host to our American allies once more. All surviving
soldiers who were billeted in the town have been invited for street
parties, a D-Day parade, a black-tie ball at The Henville and much,
much more. So, come along, get dressed up and join in the fun! A
second chance...or a new romance? With summer having arrived in
Berecombe with sunshiny gusto, and the D-Day anniversary
celebrations on the horizon, there's much to keep Ashley Lydden
busy as she settles further into her new life by the seaside. So
why can't she stop thinking about Eddie McQueen? They came so close
to having it all, but now Ashley isn't sure where they stand. With
flirty Cornish painter Jake Tremayne taking a shine to Ashley and
asking her to sit for a portrait, things get even more complicated.
It's shaping up to be a summer of love...but which man will claim
Ashley's heart? Readers are LOVING The Great Summer Street Party:
'A delightful escapism read and a beautiful story that brought back
lots of memories of my Nan' Helen 'Packed with romance,
celebrations, starting life again and lots of see, sun and sand...a
lovely friendship and community vibe' Meena 'What a lovely blend of
romance and historical fiction surrounding the soldiers involved in
the D-Day landings...Get out the bunting!' Norma 'Made me really
want to read more after rushing through it' Joanne 'Left me wanting
more...the most perfect setting in the West Country, sun, sea and a
fantastic welcoming community' Sally
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