The unputdownable, brilliant new novel from the Queen of Romcom.Bel’s joined the tiny Manchester office of a national paper from her indie podcast. Thirty-something Connor is going to back to the start as the new intern. The latest office news? They can’t stand each other. So of course Bel bumps into Connor when she’s working undercover on the biggest scoop of her career. And of course she’s forced to improvise, pretending they’re a couple. A couple deeply in love. Two rivals. One fake romance. The headline writes itself… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A five-star read!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book is an absolute joy from start to finish. The chemistry between Bel and Connor is electric, and it’s impossible not to get sucked into their witty back-and-forth'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Mhairi McFarlane has done it again. At this point I think I'd even love reading her shopping lists' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Cover Story is another winner'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The characters are so well written and true to life… a joy to read'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Funny and gripping and, crucially, emotionally convincing. McFarlane's characters always feel like real people and this book is no exception'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Dry humour, top friendships and a romantic story … loved it'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Cover Story

Eigentlich klingt es ganz leicht: Frau ist begabt und klug, also kann sie es schaffen, ganz nach oben zu kommen. Aber oft genug ist der eine Platz schon besetzt, es scheint nämlich ein höchst dämliches Gesetz zu geben, das lautet: Eine Frau reicht, mehr brauchen wir nicht. Carolin Kebekus - Komikerin, Sängerin, Schauspielerin und Feministin - legt pointiert, unmissverständlich und komisch dar, dass die Zeit überreif ist, alte (Männer-)Gesetze auf den Müll zu werfen. Ein Hörbuch von höchster Wichtigkeit, das aufklärt und gleichzeitig unterhält.

Es kann nur eine geben (Ungekürzt)

'IT MOVED ME DEEPLY' LIV LITTLE 'DEEPLY POIGNANT' HARPERS BAZAAR 'GORGEOUS' RAVEN LEILANI THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF CLEOPATRA AND FRANKENSTEIN 'It will make you laugh, cry deeply, and want to call your siblings’ Cosmopolitan 'Even better than Cleopatra and Frankenstein' Grazia The Blue sisters have always been exceptional – and exceptionally different. Avery, a strait-laced lawyer living in London, is the typical eldest daughter, though she’s hiding a secret that could undo her perfect life forever. Bonnie was a boxer but, following a devastating defeat, she's been working as a bouncer in LA – until a reckless act one night threatens to drive her out of the city. And Lucky, the rebellious youngest, is a model in Paris whose hard-partying ways are finally catching up with her. Then there was Nicky, the beloved fourth sister, whose unexpected death left Avery, Bonnie and Lucky reeling. When, a year later, the three of them must reunite in New York to stop the sale of their childhood home, they find that it's only by returning to each other that they can navigate their grief, addiction and heartbreak and learn to fall in love with life again. What readers are saying… ‘This book was INCREDIBLE’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book moved me to tears several times’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Captivating and utterly human’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A book that will live with me for a very long time' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautiful, moving book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Blue Sisters

Am Küchentisch eines alten Bauernhauses treffen zwei Menschen aufeinander, die unterschiedlicher nicht sein könnten. Der Erzähler dieser Geschichte führt ein gehetztes Leben, das er als endlose To-do-Liste empfindet; Karl hingegen sortiert Tag für Tag Kartoffeln – und denkt nach. Als Karl seinen Gast mit der Tatsache konfrontiert, dass ihm noch ungefähr 25 Sommer bleiben, beginnen beide ein Gespräch über die großen Fragen des Lebens: Warum verbringen wir so viel Zeit mit unserer Arbeit anstatt mit den Menschen und Dingen, die uns wirklich wichtig sind? Woher nehmen wir den Mut, unsere eigenen Träume zu verwirklichen? Und warum beginnt das richtige Leben oft erst, wenn wir erkennen, dass wir nur eines haben? Stephan Schäfer bringt uns dazu, Antworten auf diese Fragen in uns selbst zu suchen. 25 letzte Sommer ist eine warme, tiefe Erzählung, die uns in unserer Sehnsucht nach einem Leben in Gleichgewicht abholt, uns mitnimmt zu Karl und seinem Hof, zum See und auf den Kartoffelacker – zu einer Geschichte über Freundschaft, über das Zu-viel und Zu-wenig im Leben. Und über die Fragen, auf die wir alle so gerne Antworten finden wollen. »Was für eine lebenskluge, liebevolle, tröstende Erzählung. Sie hat mich unmittelbar erwischt in dem manchmal so überwältigenden Gefühl, wertvolle Momente zu verpassen – man fühlt sich sanft umarmt und ist dankbar für jede Zeile.« Anne Fleck

25 letzte Sommer

Zweiter Band der Spiegel-Bestseller-Serie Was tun, wenn man auf einmal entdeckt, dass man seine große Liebe schon fast ein ganzes Leben lang kennt? Und was, wenn da aber auf einmal noch jemand anderes ist: ein anderer Kerl, der auch irgendwie verdammt anziehend wirkt? Izzy, die als Snowboard-Lehrerin in der Kleinstadt Green Valley in den Rocky Mountains arbeitet, hat sich damit abgefunden, dass sie für Will nie mehr sein wird als seine beste Freundin. Denn Will, beliebter Sheriff und Draufgänger, wird einfach niemals kapieren, was mit ihr los ist. Daran ändert auch dieser eine romantische Kuss an Silvester nichts. Eines Tages taucht Netflix-Star Cole Jacobs in Green Valley auf und bittet Izzy, ihm für eine Filmrolle das Ski-Fahren beizubringen. Je mehr Zeit Izzy mit ihm verbringt, desto mehr fühlt sie sich zu ihm hingezogen. Und je näher sich Izzy und Cole kommen, desto mehr wird Will bewusst, dass die Gefühle für seine beste Freundin tiefer gehen, als er sich bisher eingestehen wollte. Doch was soll er nun tun? Mit "Liebe und so einem Kram" kennt er sich doch gar nicht so gut aus. Und was will Izzys Herz?

Green Valley Love

New Promises: Roman (Green Valley Love 2)

Über das kleine Glück und wo es zu finden ist    »Eigentlich müsste ich doch glücklich sein …«    Im Grunde genommen ist Annas Leben nicht schlecht, doch zwischen Alltagssorgen und endlosen Routinen ist ihr der Funke im Leben abhandengekommen. Dies ändert sich, als sie in einem Antiquitätengeschäft ein Tagebuch aus den 1920er-Jahren entdeckt. Tag für Tag und Seite für Seite taucht Anna tiefer in das Leben der Fremden ein und lernt sich selbst und ihre tiefsten Sehnsüchte besser kennen –um schließlich ihr eigenes Leben neu zu schreiben: ein Leben, das von Leichtigkeit, Freude und Leidenschaft geprägt ist.    Eine Erzählung über die verborgene Magie in unserem Leben und die vielen Glücksmomente, die unser inneres Licht erstrahlen lassen.

Glücksgeschichten

Die Sonne in dir

**Evie Woods' stunning new novel The Story Collector is available now** The Echo of Old Books meets The Lost Apothecary in this evocative and charming novel full of mystery and secrets. ‘The thing about books,’ she said ‘is that they help you to imagine a life bigger and better than you could ever dream of.’On a quiet street in Dublin, a lost bookshop is waiting to be found… For too long, Opaline, Martha and Henry have been the side characters in their own lives. But when a vanishing bookshop casts its spell, these three unsuspecting strangers will discover that their own stories are every bit as extraordinary as the ones found in the pages of their beloved books. And by unlocking the secrets of the shelves, they find themselves transported to a world of wonder… where nothing is as it seems. Readers have fallen in love with The Lost Bookshop:‘Beautifully written and captures the wonder and awe that a story can bring to its reader…a delightful story for any book lover…an ode to storytelling and the connections that books can make!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wowwww!! It’s been awhile since I read something so fascinating, captivating and special all in one…It takes you on a journey like most books do, but this one, I just want to inscribe on my back and hope that it becomes a part of me so that I can carry it with me always’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A must read for readers that love books’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautiful story that begs to be read in one sitting…a magical story filled with beautiful prose and many surprises that readers will not soon forget’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This spellbinding book hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down til the end’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A love story, one with books and booklovers at its heart. A warm, wonderful novel that sweeps up the reader into an absorbing, magical tale’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If you enjoy books by the Brontë sisters … then I would fully recommend you read this book’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This novel has it all: wit, a dash of magic, and a large heart. A fantastic read’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hailed as one of the best releases of 2023, this contemporary romance weaves a tale of realism across multiple timelines, cementing its place as a top pick in women's general fiction. Its great acclaim has quickly spread, poised to be the latest and last book you'll need to complete your must-read list for the year. For fans of Sally Page (The Book of Beginnings), Fiona Valpy (The Cypress Maze), Eve Chase (The Glass House) and Barbara Davis (The Echo of Old Books) and Jill Mansell (The One You Really Want).

The Lost Bookshop

Verliebt am anderen Ende der Welt: Während eines Work-and-Travel-Aufenthalts in den USA ihren Traum verwirklichen und Erfahrungen im Craft-Beer-Brauen sammeln – das hat sich die 21-jährige Leonie gewünscht. Doch dann geht schief, was nur schief gehen kann, und Leonie strandet in der Kleinstadt Green Valley, auf der Suche nach irgendeinem Job. Einziger Lichtblick ist der ebenso attraktive wie einfühlsame Barkeeper Sam, dem sie prompt ihr Herz ausschüttet. Keiner von beiden ahnt, dass sie sich schon am nächsten Tag wiedersehen werden: Leonie bewirbt sich als Nanny für die kleine Maya, obwohl sie keinerlei Erfahrung mit Kindern hat – und ohne zu wissen, dass Sam Mayas Vater ist ... -

New Chances: Roman (Green Valley Love 5)

Als hätte das Leben sie zurück auf Los geschickt – so fühlt sich Annie, als sie nach einem schweren Unfall aus dem Koma erwacht. Die einfachsten Dinge, selbst das Laufen, muss sie neu lernen. Dabei möchte Annie so schnell wie möglich wieder als Automechanikerin in der Werkstatt ihres Vaters in Green Valley arbeiten.In der idyllischen Kleinstadt in den Rocky Mountains versteckt sich derweil Netflix-Star Cole Jacobs nach einem peinlichen Fehltritt vor der Presse und langweilt sich zu Tode. Nur widerwillig erklärt er sich bereit, die Inszenierung des alljährlichen Weihnachtstheaterstücks zu übernehmen.Bei den Proben trifft Cole auf Annie, die so anders ist als all die Frauen, die ihn anhimmeln. Es kommt, wie es kommen muss: Annie und Cole geraten kräftig aneinander – und dann knistert es gewaltig ...-

New Horizons: Roman (Green Valley Love 4)

Liebe ist immer ehrlich ... oh Gott, das könnte zum Problem werden! Im humorvollen Liebesroman Ich will dies, das und dich lernt die herrlich unperfekte Svea Nussbaum durch ihre ganz persönliche Vorsatzliste fürs neue Jahr nicht nur ehrlich zu sich selbst und anderen zu sein, sondern auch die Magie wahrer Liebe kennen. Svea Nussbaum ist 31 Jahre alt, unglücklich verliebt ... und nicht immer ganz ehrlich. Was sie leider zur Meisterin unangenehmer Situationen und Ausreden macht. Doch nach einem mehr als peinlichen Silvesterabend hat sie genug. Sie schreibt eine lange Liste an Vorsätzen, die persönlicher kaum sein könnte. Dumm nur, dass sie versehentlich anstelle eines Arbeitsdokuments ebendiese Liste an den CEO der Firma schickt, die sie eigentlich als Kunden gewinnen soll. William Grant ist alles, was sie nicht ist. Ehrlich, erfolgreich ... und ganz anders, als Svea erwartet hätte. Denn nicht nur betraut der charmante Firmenchef sie dennoch mit der Leitung des Projekts, sondern schickt ihr darüber hinaus auch eine eigene Liste an Vorsätzen. Und plötzlich findet sich Svea in der merkwürdigsten Abmachung ihres Lebens wieder ... Mit unfassbar viel Witz, Charme und Emotionen sowie einem wundervollen Happy End sorgt die originelle Liebeskomödie von Saskia Louis nicht nur für viele heitere Hörstunden, sondern regt auch zum Nachdenken an. Was würde denn zum Beispiel auf Ihrer Vorsatzliste fürs nächste Jahr stehen ...?

Ich will dies, das und dich (Ungekürzte Lesung)

‘A tender, devastating and funny exploration of love and friendship and the yearning for self-evisceration. Coco Mellors is an elegant and exciting new voice’ PANDORA SYKES New York is slipping from Cleo’s grasp. Sure, she’s at a different party every other night, but she barely knows anyone. Her student visa is running out, and she doesn’t even have money for cigarettes. But then she meets Frank. Twenty years older, Frank's life is full of all the success and excess that Cleo's lacks. He offers her the chance to be happy, the freedom to paint, and the opportunity to apply for a green card. She offers him a life imbued with beauty and art—and, hopefully, a reason to cut back on his drinking. He is everything she needs right now. Cleo and Frank run head-first into a romance that neither of them can quite keep up with. It reshapes their lives and the lives of those around them, whether that’s Cleo's best friend struggling to embrace his gender identity in the wake of her marriage, or Frank's financially dependent sister arranging sugar daddy dates after being cut off. Ultimately, this chance meeting between two strangers outside of a New Year’s Eve party changes everything, for better or worse. Cleopatra and Frankenstein is an astounding and painfully relatable debut novel about the spontaneous decisions that shape our entire lives and those imperfect relationships born of unexpectedly perfect evenings.

Cleopatra and Frankenstein

Hungover, underpaid and overwhelmed, this isn't where Penny expected to be as she reached her late twenties. A sharp, smart and witty look at adulting - Fleabag meets Sorrow and Bliss with a splash of Dolly Alderton. 'No Hard Feelings is clever, funny and surprisingly sweet, and Penny captured my heart' Toni Jordan I exist on validation from emotionally unavailable men, biscuits, and cheap wine, and it's easier to get off with Max than a Tiny Teddy. Penny can't help but compare herself to her friends. Annie is about to become a senior associate at her law firm, Bec has just got engaged, Leo is dating everyone this side of the Yarra, and Penny is just ... waiting. Waiting for Max, her on-again, off-again boyfriend, to allow her to spend the night, waiting for the promotion she was promised, waiting for her Valium to kick in. Waiting for her real life to start. Out of excuses and sick of falling behind, Penny is determined to turn things around. She's going to make it work with Max, impress her tyrannical boss, quit seeing her useless therapist, remember to water her plants, and stop having panic attacks in the work toilets. But soon she's back to doomscrolling on Instagram, necking bottles of Aldi's finest sauvignon blanc, and criticising herself with renewed vigour and loathing. As her goals seem further away than ever, she has to wonder: when bad habits feel so good, how do you trust what's right for you? Praise for No Hard Feelings: 'Genevieve Novak will inevitably be compared to other authors, but the truth is, she is herself and herself alone - and that's a good thing. Funny, biting, vulnerable and unflinching, Novak's novel is like an ocean dip: a bit salty, very refreshing.' Lauren Sams 'Scaldingly funny and bitingly real, No Hard Feelings deserves a warning label: danger, may induce binge reading. With her sly wit, Genevieve Novak's debut demonstrates a brilliant eye for observing the little things in life, which together can be the biggest things of all.' Tori Haschka, author of Grace Under Pressure 'No Hard Feelings is a gratifying, warm and funny debut' Books+Publishing 'Novak has perfectly captured the self-doubt and total horror of having to be happy and functional in your twenties. It would have you crying into your chipped manicure if it wasn't so darn funny.' Kimberley Allsopp, author of Love and Other Puzzles

No Hard Feelings

The brand new hilarious, emotional and thought-provoking book club read about twin sisters who make a bet to switch lives for a week, for fans of David Nicholls, Sophie Kinsella and Cecelia Ahern. Two sisters. One Bet. And a lifetime of secrets uncovered… Morning TV’s favourite twin sisters, Alice and Edie, may share the screen, but that’s where their similarities end. Their viewpoints are far from identical, and whilst their on-air clashes keep viewers hooked, off-camera, their relationship is far from picture-perfect. After a heated argument on live television threatens their jobs, the fiery duo make a bet: neither could last a week in the other’s shoes. Determined to prove each other wrong, they secretly swap lives — without telling a soul. What starts as a battle of wills quickly spirals into chaos, as each sister discovers that the other's life is far more complicated than it seems. Between dodging awkward work situations, marital issues, and meddling in each other’s families, Alice and Edie’s rivalry turns from a competitive bet into an opportunity to help change each other’s lives for the better. But will their relationship survive? –––––––––––––––– AUTHORS LOVE THE SISTER SWITCH! 'The novel we've all been waiting for. Brimming with hilariously recognisable family dynamics, and characters you'll fall in love with… smart, fresh and funny – a brilliant read.' HOLLY MILLER 'You know it's good when you are snorting with laughter one minute and ugly crying the next!' AMANDA PROWSE ‘Funny, warm, poignant – totally brilliant… Another triumph.’ BECKY HUNTER 'Charlotte Butterfield is a Queen of Contemporary Women's Fiction. The Sister Switch is witty, touching, uncannily perceptive and so funny… An absolute must read.’ JENNY BAYLISS 'Funny, heartwarming and oh-so-relatable… a fabulously comforting and uplifting read!' FIONA LUCAS 'Funny, touching and uplifting… the perfect tonic to a stressful day.' CLARE SWATMAN ‘A refreshing take on the switcheroo storyline… filled with all of the warmth, love and laughs of family life.' JULIE MA 'What a treat! Charlotte has once again carried off a brilliant idea with pace, humour and enviable detail – what's not to love?’ NORIE CLARKE 'Equal parts hilarious and heartwarming, this twin-switch tale brilliantly captures the complexity of modern womanhood. You can’t choose your family, but you can choose to pick up this book!' KATHLEEN WHYMAN 'Charlotte’s best book yet… It isn’t just for sisters, it’s for everyone.' SHEILA MCCLURE 'A true laugh-out-loud story showing life through a different lens and filled with charm and wit.’ JESSICA RYN 'An absolutely stunning read that will make you laugh out loud.' HELGA JENSEN 'A funny and moving reminder that other people's lives are not always as they seem.' MELANIE ROSE READERS LOVE THE SISTER SWITCH! 'Such a great book… light-hearted, funny, and super emotional and touching as well!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley Review 'What a treat… a real cracker of a book.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley Review 'A super fun read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NetGalley Review

The Sister Switch

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster comes her adult debut novel Summer in the City—a swoony, fast-paced rom-com set in New York City in which a screenwriter and a sexy tech CEO go from lovers to enemies and back to lovers again… Twenty-seven-year-old screenwriter Elle has the chance of a lifetime to write a big-budget movie set in New York City. The only problem? She’s had writer’s block for months, and her screenplay is due at the end of the summer. In a desperate attempt at inspiration, Elle ends up back in the city she swore she would never return to, in an apartment she could never afford (floor-to-ceiling windows, skyline views, and a new coffee shop to haunt included). It’s the perfect place to write her screenplay…until she realizes her new neighbor is tech “Billionaire Bachelor” Parker Warren, her stairwell hookup from two years ago. It’s been a lovers-to-enemies situation ever since. When seeing him again turns into a full night of hate-fueled writing, Elle realizes her enemy/twisted muse might just be the key to finishing her screenplay... if she can stand being around her polar opposite. She writes anonymously, and he’s on the cover of every business magazine. He frequents fancy red carpeted events, and she doesn’t like leaving her emotional support five block radius. One summer. One wall apart. He needs to fake a buzzy relationship during his company’s precarious acquisition. She needs to write a movie around a list of NYC locations. Both need a break from their unrelenting schedules, and a chance to rediscover the skyscraper glimmering, pizza crusted, sunlit charms of the city. Summers always end, and so will this agreement. It’s all pretend. Promise. Until it isn’t.

Summer in the City

✨Sounds Like Love the new magical rom-com from Ashley Poston is available to pre-order now!✨*** ‘I LOVED this book! Funny, hopeful and dreamy’ ALI HAZELWOOD ‘An absolute delight’ CHRISTINA LAUREN *** Florence Day is a ghost-writer with one big problem. She’s supposed to be penning swoon-worthy novels for a famous romance author but, after a bad break-up, Florence no longer believes in love. And when her strict (but undeniably hot) new editor, Benji Andor, won’t give her an extension on her book deadline, Florence prepares to kiss her career goodbye. When tragedy strikes and Florence has to head home, the last thing she expects to see is a ghost at her front door. Not just any ghost, however, but the stern form of her still very hot – yet now unquestionably dead – new editor. As sparks start to fly between them, Florence tells herself she can’t be falling for a ghost – even an infuriatingly sexy one. But can Benji help Florence to realise love isn’t dead, after all? If you fell in love with Funny Story, This Spells Love and The Hating Game, this laugh-out-loud romance will sweep you away. *** Readers LOVE The Dead Romantics: ‘This book made me sob, wow. It made me feel so many feelings … Please prepare to have nonstop tears running down your face’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book destroyed my life but in a hot way’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Adorably romantic and an absolute pleasure to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Benji was a pure delight! Handsome, sexy and humble' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A bit quirky, funny, a bit sad at times but also makes you heart warm and romantic … couldn't put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A must read … I have a book hangover' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Dead Romantics

"Von einer meisterhaften Erzählerin der Roman zur Zeit." Delia Owens Texas, 1934: Seit der Weltwirtschaftskrise sind Hunderttausende arbeitslos, und in den Ebenen der Prärie herrscht Dürre - zu viel wurde gerodet, nach Missernten droht das Land von Sandstürmen davongetragen zu werden. In dieser unsicheren, gefahrvollen Zeit muss Elsa Martinelli eine schwere Entscheidung treffen: Soll sie um das Land kämpfen, das sie liebt und das die Heimat ihrer Familie ist? Oder soll sie mit ihren Kindern wie so viele andere nach Westen ziehen? Irgendwann bleibt Elsa keine Wahl mehr, doch die Flucht nach Kalifornien birgt neue Gefahren in sich. Aber auch die Hoffnung auf ein neues Leben - und eine neue Liebe. Ein fulminanter Roman, mit dem Weltbestsellerautorin Kristin Hannah an die Dramatik und die erzählerische Kraft von "Die Nachtigall" anschließt. "So elektrisierend wie hoffnungsvoll." NEW YORK TIMES.

Die vier Winde (Gekürzt)

Nach einem heftigen Streit mit ihrer Mutter bricht Elara fluchtartig zu ihrer Großmutter nach Green Valley auf – und wird mitten in der Nacht in den Rocky Mountains von einem Schneesturm überrascht. Zum Glück ist Noah zur Stelle, der sie mit nach Green Valley nimmt.In derm idyllischen Kleinstadt Dorf in den Rocky Mountains will Elara sich über ihre Zukunft klar werden und beginnt, an der örtlichen Tankstelle zu jobben. Dort trifft sie Noah wieder, der in der angeschlossenen Autowerkstatt aushilft und davon träumt, als Astronaut zu den Sternen zu reisen.Hin- und hergerissen zwischen seinem Charme und Witz und seiner plötzlichen Unnahbarkeit, weiß Elara nicht, was sie von Noah halten soll – bis sie erfährt, dass seine Ex-Freundin nach einem schweren Autounfall im Koma liegt. Hat ihre Liebe gegen Noahs Schuldgefühle eine Chance?

New Dreams: Roman (Green Valley Love 3)

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Verity and It Ends with Us comes a hauntingly seductive tale of love, control, and the devastating secrets that can destroy it all. When Tate Collins moves in with her brother, the last thing she expects is to collide with Miles Archer, a brooding pilot with an unrelenting grip on his past. Their attraction is electric, undeniable, and all-consuming—but Miles has rules. No questions. No future. A no-strings arrangement seems simple at first, but a deep, shattering truth lurks just beneath the surface. Tate soon realizes that Miles is not just guarded but fractured. Torn between desire and self-destruction, his pain bleeds into every part of their dynamic. Miles’s past hides horrors that threaten to rip apart the fragile connection they’ve created, and Tate is forced to make a choice that will change both their lives forever. With suspense simmering underneath every moment of passion, Ugly Love is a whirlwind of lust, heartbreak, and dark revelations that build to a stunning crescendo. For those drawn to the raw tension and psychological complexities of Verity, this is a riveting story where emotions erupt, secrets fester, and love may not be enough to heal the deep scars etched into the past.

Ugly Love

UNROMANCE: A story in which two characters absolutely, categorically do not fall in love … right?💛💛💛 It's the ultimate rom-com for rom-com fans!!!‘A millennial love letter to romance books. Swifties, fans of Grey’s and Jane Austen – this one is for you’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book … this BOOK! It was deliciously perfect! … A love letter to the Romance genre both across print and the screen’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Intriguing plot, humour and loveable main characters. If you’re a sucker for tropes, this one has them all. No, I mean, literally, all of them’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I totally got How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days vibes not only from the cover but the cool modern storyline as well! … So soooo good!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Honestly one of the best romcom novels I have read in a long time … I can’t wait to read more from the author!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 💛💛💛 Sawyer Greene is done with romance. Once a bestselling author of the genre, she’s been left with nothing but heartbreak and bitterness. Mason West is a hopeless romantic. He has a habit of falling in love with all the wrong people. So when the two find themselves stuck in a lift together, Sawyer is determined this will not be their meet cute. But the universe has other plans. Sawyer and Mason make a plan to cure him of his hopeless romanticism, her of her writer’s block. It’s simple. Sawyer will become the romcom love interest of Mason’s dreams and ruin romance for him one trope at a time… There’s just one rule: do not fall in love. What could go wrong? 💛💛💛 Perfect for fans of:❤️ Classic rom-com tropes ☀️ Grumpy X Sunshine 👩‍❤️‍👨 Meet-cutes 👫 Fake dating 🌶️ Spicy romances 💞 Happy Ever After Erin Connor is your favourite rom-com writer's favourite rom-com writer:'Sparkles with classic Hollywood rom-com magic' Andie Burke 'Erin Connor is my favourite new voice in romance' Alison Cochrun 'The chemistry between Sawyer and Mason is electric, and this book is properly funny and deeply charming. A real love letter to romance fans' Laura Wood 'Filled with razor-sharp banter and a happily-ever-after that will make every reader swoon in the most epic way, Unromance is written for those of us utterly obsessed with romcoms' Chip Pons 'Erin Connor delivers sharp wit, deliciously steamy moments, and so much charm that I was kicking my feet from the first page to the very last' Jessica Joyce 'A love letter to romance and its readers, Unromance is an impossibly charming love story … a sexy, delightful read!' Anita Kelly

Unromance

“A red-hot sapphic romance that’s perfect for Ali Hazelwood fans.”—Timothy Janovsky, USA Today bestselling author of The (Fake) Dating Game A fire-starting scientist and a bi firefighter team up to save their best friend from an epic mistake in this celebration of queer joy, perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Ashley Herring Blake. Nicole Wells left Seattle two years ago for a master’s in fire dynamics and some much-needed space. Now she’s back, ready to hit reset on her life…and take one last chance on best friend/unrequited love Skylar Clark. But Nic’s plans crumble when Skylar announces she’s quitting her job and moving to Fiji for secret reasons—another typical Skylar disaster in the making. It’s a giant red flag, and Nic feels like she’s the only one who sees it… Until she meets Kira. Kira McKinney stepped in as Skylar’s safety net friend while Nic was away. She’s got plenty of her own problems—can’t get promoted, cancels all her dates, her fire chief father’s legacy—but when Skylar makes her announcement, Kira knows she’s needed again. Fortunately, Kira finds an ally in Nic, and when talking to Skylar doesn’t work, there’s only one option left: shenanigans. But as all their efforts go up in smoke, one thing becomes wildly clear. The situation between Nic and Kira is heating up…but they’ll have to let go of the past first if they don’t want to get burned. “Hilarious and heartfelt. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough!”—Carlyn Greenwald, author of Director’s Cut

All Fired Up

A gripping tale of love, secrets, and betrayal perfect “for fans of Gillian Flynn” (Library Journal, starred review) from the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author of Verity and It Ends with Us. When Fallon meets Ben, an aspiring novelist, their connection defies logic, sparking an instant bond that seems almost too perfect. But perfection often hides cracks, and as their unconventional arrangement unfolds, the pair agrees to meet only once a year on November 9th— with no contact in between. What begins as an intriguing exploration of love and trust quickly turns into something stronger with more twists than either of them imagined. Beneath their romance lies a tense undercurrent and Fallon begins to question Ben’s true intentions. With each passing November, the web of truth and lies grows tighter, and what started as a love story teeters on the edge of obsession. Pulsing with intense chemistry and heart-stopping revelations this riveting novel dares to ask: Can love survive when the truth is the ultimate plot twist?

November 9

He makes trouble. She makes headlines.A warm and funny enemies-to-lovers romance set in New York from the No. 1 Irish Times bestselling author of The Summer Villa. 'The perfect read for incurable romantics. Delightfully, deliciously enjoyable' Patricia Scanlan 'All the ingredients for an irresistible tale’ Roisin Meaney 'Hill doesn't disappoint' Irish Independent 'Another perfect book from Melissa Hill' Reader review *** LA Publicist Hannah is ready to put her broken heart behind her and start afresh. So when a celebrity client offers to lend her a luxury penthouse apartment in New York City, Hannah jumps at the chance. But it turns out that balancing a new job and new neighbours is harder than Hannah imagined. With a troublesome – yet undeniably attractive – client making headlines for all the wrong reasons, and the secretive curmudgeon next door seemingly on a mission to get her out, Hannah has her hands full. It’s going to take all her best PR tricks to win over each of these cynics. But it isn’t only their walls that begin breaking down. And as Hannah starts to open her own heart to all the possibilities the city has to offer, a chance at love might be closer than she thinks. This is New York, after all. *** Readers are falling for Only in New York:'A delightful five star read' 'A deliciously fun enemies-to-lovers romance that sparkles with charm, sass, and just the right amount of emotional depth' 'Loved this book' 'A wonderful slow-burn … I was gripped from start to finish' 'Get ready to fall in love with New York, and perhaps a little bit with Hannah too' 'Captivating' 'The chemistry is fantastic' 'Perfect for fans of witty romance and heartwarming stories of new beginnings' 'So fun … highly enjoyed' 'A dream to read' 'Pure feel-good magic with just the right dose of sass and heart' Perfect for fans of:Dreamy locationsEnemies-to-loversSports romanceAdorable sidekicksSlow burn romanceGrumpy X Sunshine

Only in New York

The BRAND NEW brilliant roommates-to-lovers, forced proximity funny romantic comedy from BESTSELLER Camilla Isley Could there be room for attraction? Hunter has secretly been in love with her best friend's brother Dylan for years, despite barely registering as a blip on his radar. She's not even in the friend zone-more like friend zone adjacent. But her luck is about to change: Dylan is taking over her spare room, and she's being promoted to roommate. Could this be the moment Dylan finally notices her? Not so fast. When Dylan moves in, he carries more than just boxes-he brings complications. Suddenly, the dream of living under the same roof turns into a daily struggle. Dylan is off-limits, for reasons Hunter couldn't have anticipated, and the closer they get, the harder it becomes to ignore her feelings. But Hunter's determined to keep her heart in check-no matter how difficult the task. She just has to avoid ogling him in a towel. Definitely don't imagine what's under the towel. And try not to swoon when he bakes cookies. But after he saves her from a terrible date and they're forced to share a sofa bed at his parents' house, her emotions reach a breaking point. She'll have to either move on or move out. Will she tell him the truth-or lose him forever? The Roommate Experiment is a roommates-to-lovers, forced proximity, STEMinist rom-com perfect for fans of Lynn Painter, Sarah Adams, and Abby Jimenez. Praise for Camilla Isley: "He's a billionaire and so is she! This is no ordinary billionaire romance. It is a romcom full of wit, charm, sexual chemistry and brains." Laura Carter "Sexy, funny, romantic and heartfelt - this book has it all - a must read." Sandy Barker "A fast-paced, entertaining will-they-won't-they that kept me on tenterhooks to the end." Phoebe MacLeod 'This holiday rom-com had everything I could want in a holiday book, and then some'⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Unputdownable, festive, hilarious, gorgeous and fun page turning book!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This is one of my quickest, most entertaining reads and an instant five-star rating without hesitation!' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'The chemistry between the characters was impeccable.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Funny Feelings

The Roommate Experiment - Funny Feelings, Book 3 (Unabridged)

INSTANT INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER For fans of Bunny and Yellowface, this razor-sharp debut thriller blends biting satire with chilling suspense, as a young woman steps into her deceased twin’s influencer life—only to discover dark secrets hidden behind her social media façade. Julie Chan has nothing. Her twin sister has everything—except a pulse. Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier barely scraping by, finds herself thrust into the glamorous yet perilous world of her late twin sister, Chloe VanHuusen, a popular influencer. Separated at a young age, the identical twins were polar opposites and rarely spoke, except for one viral video that Chloe initiated (Finding My Long-Lost Twin And Buying Her A House #EMOTIONAL). When Julie discovers Chloe’s body, she doesn’t call the police. Instead, she slips into her dead sister’s meticulously curated life: luxury fashion, high-end skincare, and a devoted online following who never noticed they weren’t quite the same. At first, the transformation is seamless. Julie relishes the perks of influencer fame, but quickly learns that behind Chloe’s flawless feed lay secrets far darker than she imagined. Her sister’s final days were shadowed by paranoia, manipulation, and something far more sinister. Now, trapped on a private island retreat with Chloe’s inner circle—an elite clique of influencers obsessed with status and secrecy—Julie is forced to keep up the act while being haunted by her sister’s untimely death. As events spiral out of control, Julie uncovers the sinister forces that may have led to her sister’s demise and realizes she might be the next target. Darkly funny, fiercely paced, and full of sharp commentary on identity, fame, and the cost of visibility, Julie Chan Is Dead is a twisted thrill ride where fitting in could be fatal—and the people behind the posts are the real danger.

Julie Chan Is Dead

*The unforgettable new novel from the bestselling author of Olive*Funny, fierce and life-affirming, TABLE FOR ONE is a love letter to you. If in doubt, date yourself. *** 'A fast-paced, funny and touching story about smart young women’ ELIZABETH GILBERT 'It's a fabulous read' RUTH JONES 'Funny, warm yet galvanising' JENNIE GODFREY ‘Joyful and affirming, this is a dopamine hit of a book' CLAIRE DAVERLEY *** Willow has everything worked out. *The steady partner *The successful career *The grown-up house Until she doesn’t – and she’s cast adrift on the sea of heartbreak, grieving a future with no clear path. With her life transformed beyond recognition, and her friends busy ‘moving forwards’, Willow has never felt more alone. But she’s in good company. And when inspiration arrives from an unlikely source, she rekindles the relationship she longs for – but has long neglected… The one with herself… *** PRAISE FOR EMMA GANNON: ‘Culturally relatable, powerful and funny!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Fantastic and super relatable’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘I felt like I was reading it as a reflection of my life’⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘A lovely read with emotional and relatable themes throughout’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Comforting, funny, uplifting, emotional and ultimately just like a big hug in book form’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘…a masterful look into the trap your Instagram feed can become. A satisfying story of personal growth’ EVENING EXPRESS ‘Warm, charming and keenly observed, Table for One is a delicious read. Emma Gannon artfully captures the complexities that we face across our lives, all the while demonstrating the power of unlikely friendships to make them easier. I devoured it’ ALICE VINCENT ‘Gannon is good on the confusing messiness of modern life – and the way women are bombarded with conflicting messages. But my favourite part is Willow's relationship with her Aunt Carla – deeply poignant and touching’ NATASHA POLISZCZUK

Table for One

Nika & Ambrose: Was, wenn aus Lügen Gefühle werden? Dieses Hörbuch enthält ein exklusives Interview mit der Autorin.Nika Blum kann es kaum glauben: Sie darf an der elitären Belladaire Academy in Monaco studieren! Hier kann sie ihrem Traum von einer Karriere als Profi-Fechterin einen Schritt näher kommen. Nika will dazugehören, koste es, was es wolle. Was sind da ein paar Flunkereien, um sich interessanter zu machen? Schwimmer Ambrose Kennedy steht schon immer im Schatten seines Bruders Aaron. Als er Nikas Geheimnis entdeckt, schlägt er ihr einen Deal vor: Wenn Nika sich an Aaron heranmacht und so seine Leistung verschlechtert, hilft er ihr dabei, beliebter zu werden. Nika geht auf den Handel ein, muss sich aber bald fragen: Wie weit ist sie bereit, für eine Lüge zu gehen? Vor allem, wenn ihr Herz für jemand anderen schlägt … Ungekürzte Lesung mit Leonie Landa, Flemming Stein 11h 52min

Belladaire-Academy-Reihe

Belladaire Academy of Athletes - Liars

Lass Dich verzaubern von zwei der schönsten – und süßesten – Liebesgeschichten aus der "Romantic Escapes"-Reihe von Bestsellerautorin Julie Caplin – mit sympathischen Figuren, warmherzigem Humor und viel Lokalkolorit!Das kleine Café in Kopenhagen:PR-Frau Kate organisiert eine Pressereise nach Kopenhagen. Unter den eingeladenen Journalisten ist auch der zynische Ben, der von dem Hype um den dänischen Hygge-Trend überhaupt nichts hält und eigentlich lieber gegen die Ungerechtigkeit in der Welt anschreiben würde. Kein Wunder, dass zwischen ihm und Kate sogleich die Fetzen fliegen. Überhaupt entpuppt sich die bunte Reisegruppe als reinster Flohzirkus. Aber dem Charme des idyllischen Kopenhagens kann sich auch Ben letztlich nicht entziehen. Und erst recht nicht dem von Kate ...Die kleine Patisserie in Paris:Schon immer wurde Nina von ihren vier großen Brüdern bevormundet. Deshalb zögert die junge Kellnerin nicht, als sie die Chance erhält, für einen Job nach Paris zu ziehen. In einer Patisserie in der Nähe von Sacré-Cœur soll sie dem Besitzer zur Hand gehen. Sebastians köstliche Macarons sind legendär. Sein Charme leider auch, wobei Nina von diesem nicht allzu viel mitbekommt. Die beiden kennen sich, Sebastian ist der beste Freund ihres Bruders Nick. Und er macht ihr das Leben ganz schön schwer. Zu dumm nur, dass Nina in seiner Gegenwart immer noch weiche Knie bekommt ...-

Romantic Escapes

Romantic Escapes: Das kleine Café in Kopenhagen und Die kleine Patisserie in Paris

Wie Eleanor Oliphant die Liebe suchte und sich selbst dabei fand Eleanor Oliphant ist anders als andere Menschen. Eine Pizza bestellen, mit Freunden einen schönen Tag verbringen, einfach so in den Pub gehen? Für Eleanor undenkbar! Und das macht ihr Leben auf Dauer unerträglich einsam. Erst als sie sich verliebt, wagt sie sich zaghaft aus ihrem Schneckenhaus - und lernt dabei nicht nur die Welt, sondern auch sich selbst noch einmal neu kennen. Mit ihrem Debüt "Ich, Eleanor Oliphant" ist Gail Honeyman ein anrührender Roman mit einer unvergesslichen Hauptfigur gelungen. Ihre erfrischend schräge Sicht auf die Dinge zeigt uns, was im Leben wirklich zählt. Liebe. Hoffung. Ehrlichkeit. Und vor allen Dingen die Freundschaft.

Ich, Eleanor Oliphant (Ungekürzt)

Mit ihrem Romandebut, »Bridget Jones – Schokolade zum Frühstück« hat die britische Autorin Helen Fielding die Bestsellerlisten in aller Welt auf Anhieb erobert. Männerlos, aber mit einer Mutter, die es nur gut mit ihr meint und einem besten Freund, der nicht auf Frauen steht, ist Bridget Jones eine Frau von heute. Gemeinsam mit ihren Freundinnen Jude und Shazzer werden alle zentralen Fragen des Daseins gelöst – von der Bindungsunfähigkeit der Männer über Dreißig bis zur Interpretation von Schwangerschaftstests...

Die Bridget-Jones-Serie

Bridget Jones - Schokolade zum Frühstück

Drei Schwestern, ein Gästehaus, stürmische Zeiten. Nach ihrer Schwester Lily ist es nun an Jasmin, der zweitältesten der Brown-Töchter, das alte Kapitänshaus zu leiten. Als alleinerziehende Mutter meistert sie mit Bravour die Herausforderungen des Alltags - nicht zuletzt dank ihres aufgeweckten siebenjährigen Sohnes Tim, der ihr zur Seite steht. Schon bald entdeckt Jasmin ihre Leidenschaft dafür, die Gäste des Hauses zu umsorgen und ihnen unvergessliche Momente zu bereiten. Bei einer Strandwanderung kreuzen sich ihre Wege mit dem charmanten Architekten Christian und seinem treuen Labrador. Jasmin, die nach ihrer schmerzhaften Scheidung geglaubt hatte, nie wieder etwas für einen Mann empfinden zu können, findet sich plötzlich in einem Strudel unerwarteter Gefühle wieder. Doch als ihr Ex-Mann sie bittet, das Weihnachtsfest gemeinsam mit seinen Eltern im Alten Kapitänshaus zu verbringen, steht Jasmin vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung ... Und als sie glaubt, alles im Griff zu haben, brechen über Jersey die Herbststürme herein, von denen auch das alte Kapitänshaus nicht verschont bleibt. Auf einer bezaubernden Insel vor der französischen Küste fangen die Brown-Schwestern noch einmal von vorn an. Zweiter Band der Reihe "Jersey-Träume" von Anne Labus.

Jersey-Träume

Das alte Kapitänshaus - Inselstürme - Jersey-Träume, Band 2 (Ungekürzt)

Ein universeller Roman über Genuss, Lebenskunst und die Geschichte einer weiblichen Befreiung Für alle LeserInnen von Han Kangs "Vegetarierin", Sayaka Muratas "Ladenhüterin" und Mieko Kawakamis "Brüste und Eier" Rika, eine junge Journalistin in Tokio, recherchiert über die Serienmöderin Manako Kajii, die Männer mit ihren Kochkünsten verführt und anschließend umgebracht haben soll. Manako behauptet, sie verabscheut nichts mehr als "Margarine und Feministinnen" und hat eine ausgeprägte Leidenschaft für hemmungslosen Genuss und insbesondere Butter. Jetzt, wo sie im Gefängnis sitzt, empfängt sie Rika, unter der Bedingung, nur über ihre Kochkünste zu reden. Für Rika werden die Begegnungen mit Manako zu einer Meisterklasse der Lebenskunst. Ein Roman, der Genuss, Essen und Trinken feiert, vor allem aber die unmöglichen Erwartungen thematisiert, die an Frauen in patriarchalen Gesellschaften heute gestellt werden. "Ein Buch, das einen sofort in seinen Bann zieht. Mann kann nicht anders, als es zu verschlingen." Yomiuri Shinbun "Ein sinnlicher Roman über Verlangen, Freundschaft und die Geschichte einer Befreiung." Booklog Japan

Butter (Ungekürzt)

Drei Schwestern, ein Gästehaus und viele Herausforderungen. Die drei Schwestern Lilly, Rose und Jasmin stehen vor einer unerwarteten Herausforderung: Sie erben das kleine Gästehaus ihrer Mutter auf der malerischen Insel Jersey. Doch es gibt eine Bedingung: Jede von ihnen muss die Pension mindestens drei Monate allein führen, bevor sie das Haus verkaufen dürfen. Lilly übernimmt als Erste und findet sich bald in einem Strudel aus unerwarteten Ereignissen und Emotionen wieder. Während sie sich verzweifelt durch den Hotelalltag kämpft, trifft sie auf Simon, den Mann, der ihr einst das Herz brach. Um die aufkeimenden Gefühle für ihn zu verdrängen und sich abzulenken, beginnt sie, mit dem attraktiven Arzt George zu flirten. Doch als Lilly glaubt, alles im Griff zu haben, droht ihr Leben plötzlich aus den Fugen zu geraten. Kann sie ihre Vergangenheit hinter sich lassen und gleichzeitig das Gästehaus retten? Auftakt der Reihe "Jersey-Träume" von Anne Labus.

Das alte Kapitänshaus - Inselsehnsucht - Jersey-Träume, Band 1 (Ungekürzt)

‘A lovely, sunshiney story, bursting with wit and joy’ – MILLY JOHNSON ‘Has the Bella Osborne hallmark combination of wit, wonderful characters and meaningful conflicts … a fantastic read’ – SUE MOORCROFT The brand-new summery rom com from Bella Osborne, full of laughter, love and life’s twists and turns! One ambitious businesswoman. One irresponsible heir. A deal that will turn both their lives upside down… To grow her craft business, Nancy is in desperate need of two things: help and money. So when a potential investor she’s looking to impress recommends an assistant, she jumps at the chance to secure both. Freddy Astley-Davenport is a notorious playboy with zero work experience. He’s poised to inherit his family’s estate in sunny Seashell Bay – but only if he can hold down a job for six months first. His plan is to take the assistant role in name only, then do the least work he possibly can. Nancy has other ideas, though, and the pair butt heads from day one. However, as they argue, sparks begin to fly, and they soon discover exactly why opposites attract… An absolutely escapist, funny, feel-good summer romance. Fans of Cathy Bramley, Katie Fforde and Milly Johnson will adore Bella Osborne. Everyone is loving Bella Osborne!:‘A lovely, sunshiney story, bursting with wit and joy’ bestselling author Milly Johnson ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘(Bella) never fails to provide a fantastic read’ Sue Moorcroft ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Sparkling and laugh out loud’ Phillipa Ashley ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another gorgeous page turner of a story’ Jules Wake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The summer invite you need to accept … a funny, warm and gloriously uplifting romance’ Cressida McLaughlin ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Pure joyous escapism bursting with sunshine! An absolute delight to read!’ Christie Barlow ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A gorgeous, feel-good summer read… absolutely adored my trip to Seashell Bay’ Kim Nash ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Packed full of love and laughter, this fun and funny read is Bella Osborne at her best’ Sarah Bennett ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Sparkling with warmth and wit… An Invitation to Seashell Bay is the perfect escapist summer read’ Cathy Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Funny, charming, with a wonderful heroine’ Susan Mallery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A contemporary romance novel perfect to pack in your suitcase’ My Weekly ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

An Invitation to Seashell Bay

Lila had a favourite rock to sit on towards the back of the cove, where she often ate her breakfast, gazing out at the tumbling Cornish sea. As the sun rose that morning, Lila wished with all her heart that the grey-green waves could wash away her old life. That Magpie Cove would help her move on, and to forget... When aspiring pastry chef Lila Bridges flees her life in the city after a heartbreaking tragedy, she finds herself working behind the counter at Magpie Cove’s most beloved local establishment – Serafina’s Café. The sweet, buttery aroma of freshly baked chocolate croissants, the cheerful gossip of the regulars and the elderly owner Serafina’s feisty humour are a much-needed balm to Lila’s broken heart. For the first time since it happened, Lila is beginning to laugh again... But when Serafina unexpectedly passes away, the future of the café looks bleak. Nathan Da Costa, Serafina’s estranged son, inherits, and returns to Magpie Cove determined to inject some big-city glamour into the place. To Lila, it seems impossible that dour, money-obsessed Nathan could be related to dear Serafina. He may have his mother’s mop of curly dark hair and deep brown eyes, but he has none of her warmth or heart. Lila needs this job and the sense of peace the town has brought her, so she’s determined to make it work with Nathan as her new boss. But her resolution is tested when the secret Lila has been keeping about what brought her to the cove begins to unravel, just as she discovers an unexpected, sweeter side to Nathan. Will trusting Nathan Da Costa with her long-held secret be Lila’s new beginning in Magpie Cove, or her emotional undoing? Be totally transported to the windswept beaches of Cornwall with this heart-warming and unputdownable story that will leave a huge smile on your face. Perfect for fans of Shari Low, Veronica Henry and Heidi Swain. What readers are saying about Secrets of Magpie Cove: ‘Absolutely beautiful and perfect read!!... Completely swept me away... compelling and addictive, heart-lifting read that kept me turning the pages until late at night... absolutely fantastic!’ Bookworm86 ‘Delightful... lots of lovely characters, gorgeous setting... There are plenty of laugh out loud scenarios, a few heartbreaking revelations and lots of love, too, making this a marvellous read to escape into... highly recommend!’ Splashes into Books ‘All the feels, this was a wonderful escape and a charming read... I absolutely loved this... The characters felt like old friends, while the plot twists and turns kept me completely engrossed.’ Page Turners Blog, ‘Oh my goodness, what a story. I want to visit Magpie Cove and Serafina's Cafe!’ @karen_loves_reading Kennedy Kerr has written and published poetry, children's and adult books. She lives in London and is originally from the West Country, which gave her accent a subtle (yet noticeable) pirate twang as well as a love of cream teas and all things mystical. She is the proud owner of a cuddly black cat called Twinkle, who evidently believes she is a princess. Kennedy also loves cooking and baking all types of food, which is almost as much fun as eating it.

Magpie Cove

Secrets of Magpie Cove

Her work has got in the way of relationships before – but never like this Anna’s job as a geologist takes her all over the world, including to the beautiful island of Elba, where she’s sent to look for precious metals. And the island isn’t the only thing that’s gorgeous – she can’t believe her luck when she meets windsurfer Marco and sparks fly. But Anna must keep her role on Elba a secret to avoid upsetting the locals, which means lying to Marco even as they grow closer. When her old friend Toby visits, Anna suddenly finds herself torn between the attentions of the two men. However, Anna’s not the only one keeping secrets. Is Marco being entirely honest with her? And why did Toby really come to visit? A fun and escapist romance, perfect for fans of Lucy Coleman and Alex Brown. Praise for T.A. Williams ‘The characters in the story really make it exceptional ... Natalie is a brilliant protagonist ... and I absolutely adored her journey to self-discovery to find her new identity.’ BooksandBookends ‘Wow! This is contemporary romance at its best! The writing is exquisite. ... And the plot is brilliantly clever, captivating, and delightful with a little bit of drama, love, loss, and of course romance.’ WhatsBetterThanBooks ‘The characters are all brilliantly written, the storyline flows extremely well throughout, and I loved every bit of it.’ Fiona Wilson (#10 Goodreads reviewer UK) ‘T. A. Williams has that gorgeous way of writing a feel good story...he’s absolutely backed up that men can write chick-lit.’ Reviewed The Book (Top 1000 Amazon Reviewer) T.A. Williams lives in Devon with his Italian wife. He was born in England of a Scottish mother and Welsh father. After a degree in modern languages at Nottingham University, he lived and worked in Switzerland, France and Italy, before returning to run one of the best-known language schools in the UK. He's taught Arab princes, Brazilian beauty queens and Italian billionaires. He speaks a number of languages and has travelled extensively. He has eaten snake, still-alive fish, and alligator. A Spanish dog, a Russian bug and a Korean parasite have done their best to eat him in return. His hobby is long-distance cycling, but his passion is writing.

Escape to Tuscany

Secrets on the Italian Island

A gorgeous story of chance meetings and unexpected friendships . . . because sometimes what you’ve always wished for isn’t necessarily what life has in store . . . Marriage. It’s a dream come true. Isn’t it? One wet winter night, two women meet on a bridge. One is Tess Taylor, a personal trainer on the way to meet her boyfriend for date night. The other is Kate King, a celebrity married to a handsome billionaire who just happens to make her cry. In the cold dark evening, there is nothing to link them together but the bridge they shiver on. Little do they know they’ll both hold the key to each other’s future marriage… All She Ever Wished For tells the story of what happens when your dream is about to come true. And what happens when that dream turns into a bit of a nightmare… Claudia Carroll brings you a Christmas gift filled with second chances, fateful encounters and a lesson in what true love means.

All She Ever Wished For

She wanted an adventure. What she found was so much more... Adira Summers has spontaneously quit her high-flying career as a barrister in London. She needs to escape from the rat race and, encouraged by her bohemian gran, has bought a campervan to do so. Taking off for a tour around Britain, disaster strikes early on when her van breaks down outside the quaint village of Lilacwell. But things look up after she meets handsome Jasper, who is visiting to check on his ailing uncle and his crumbling estate, The Laurels. As Adira falls for Lilacwell, she is torn between forgoing her travel plans to stay or continuing with her adventure. Jasper must also choose between returning to his job in Dubai or moving back for his uncle - and Adira. A gorgeous summery romance for fans of Tessa Bailey and Jenny Colgan. What readers are saying about ´Escape to Lilacwell´: "A lovely read... The setting was nice and the story flowed well." - Reader review "This book fixed my reading slump! I enjoyed it so much that I kept turning the pages. Adira's a very relatable heroine and the romance develops slowly, in a very believable way." - Reader review "What a beautiful summer read, I enjoyed this book from the first to the last page. The characters are so well written. A good book to take on holiday." - Reader review Sasha Morgan lives in a village by the coast in Lancashire with her husband and has one grown-up son. She writes mainly contemporary fiction, her previous series having a touch of 'spice', probably due to all the Jilly Cooper novels she read as a teenager.

Escape to Lilacwell

From #1 New York Times bestselling author of It Starts with Us and It Ends with Us, Colleen Hoover’s romantic, emotion-packed debut novel unforgettably captures all the magic and confusion of first love, as two young people forge an unlikely bond before discovering that fate has other plans for them. Following the unexpected death of her father, eighteen-year-old Layken becomes the rock for both her mother and younger brother. She appears resilient and tenacious, but inside, she's losing hope. Then she meets her new neighbor Will, a handsome twenty-one-year-old whose mere presence leaves her flustered and whose passion for poetry slams thrills her. Not long after a heart-stopping first date during which each recognizes something profound and familiar in the other, they are slammed to the core when a shocking discovery brings their new relationship to a sudden halt. Daily interactions become impossibly painful as they struggle to find a balance between the feelings that pull them together and the forces that tear them apart. Only through the poetry they share are they able to speak the truth that is in their hearts and imagine a future where love is cause for celebration, not regret.

Slammed

Now a movie starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell, USA Today bestselling author Sally Thorne’s hilarious and sexy workplace comedy all about that thin, fine line between hate and love. Nemesis (n.) 1) An opponent or rival whom a person cannot best or overcome. 2) A person’s undoing 3) Joshua Templeman Lucy Hutton has always been certain that the nice girl can get the corner office. She’s charming and accommodating and prides herself on being loved by everyone at Bexley & Gamin. Everyone except for coldly efficient, impeccably attired, physically intimidating Joshua Templeman. And the feeling is mutual. Trapped in a shared office together forty (ok, fifty or sixty) hours a week, they’ve become entrenched in an addictive, ridiculous never-ending game of one-upmanship. There’s the Staring Game. The Mirror Game. The HR Game. Lucy can’t let Joshua beat her at anything—especially when a huge new promotion goes up for the taking. If Lucy wins this game, she’ll be Joshua’s boss. If she loses, she’ll resign. So why is she suddenly having steamy dreams about Joshua, and dressing for work like she’s got a hot date? After a perfectly innocent elevator ride ends with an earth shattering kiss, Lucy starts to wonder whether she’s got Joshua Templeman all wrong. Maybe Lucy Hutton doesn’t hate Joshua Templeman. And maybe, he doesn’t hate her either. Or maybe this is just another game. This production includes a bonus excerpt from Sally Thorne’s next audiobook, 99 Percent Mine.

The Hating Game

From the million-copy bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop'A delicious book that I couldn’t resist devouring in one sitting. It was a delight to lose myself in the world of Edie and the mysterious baker. I would recommend to pastry lovers and book lovers alike!' Sally Page, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Keeper of Stories Nestled among the cobblestone streets of Compiègne, there existed a bakery unlike any other. Rumours were whispered through the town that its pastries offered a taste of magic, chasing away the darkest of sorrows. Just one bite of a croissant might bring luck, unlock a precious memory or reveal hidden longings. But dark clouds were looming on the horizon… For Edie Lane, a recipe for disaster doesn’t require that many ingredients. Take an unhealthy amount of wishful thinking and a sprinkle of desperation and that’s how Edie left everything behind in Ireland for her dream job at a bakery in Paris. Except the bakery isn’t in Paris – and neither is Edie. This might not be where Edie intended to be but she soon realizes it's exactly where she needs to be… Praise for Evie Woods‘Beautifully written and captures the wonder and awe that a story can bring to its reader…a delightful story for any book lover…an ode to storytelling and the connections that books can make!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wowwww!! It’s been awhile since I read something so fascinating, captivating and special all in one…It takes you on a journey like most books do, but this one, I just want to inscribe on my back and hope that it becomes a part of me so that I can carry it with me always’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A must read for readers that love books’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautiful story that begs to be read in one sitting…a magical story filled with beautiful prose and many surprises that readers will not soon forget’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This spellbinding book hooked me from the very beginning and I couldn't put it down til the end’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo; now with a bonus conversation with Julia Whelan and Taylor Jenkins Reid, recorded exclusively for this edition. At the age of twenty-nine, Hannah Martin still has no idea what she wants to do with her life. She has lived in six different cities and held countless meaningless jobs since graduating college. On the heels of leaving yet another city, Hannah moves back to her hometown of Los Angeles and takes up residence in her best friend Gabby’s guestroom. Shortly after getting back to town, Hannah goes out to a bar one night with Gabby and meets up with her high school boyfriend, Ethan. Just after midnight, Gabby asks Hannah if she’s ready to go. A moment later, Ethan offers to give her a ride later if she wants to stay. Hannah hesitates. What happens if she leaves with Gabby? What happens if she leaves with Ethan? In concurrent storylines, Hannah lives out the effects of each decision. Quickly, these parallel universes develop into radically different stories with large-scale consequences for Hannah, as well as the people around her. As the two alternate realities run their course, Maybe in Another Life raises questions about fate and true love: Is anything meant to be? How much in our life is determined by chance? And perhaps, most compellingly: Is there such a thing as a soul mate? Hannah believes there is. And, in both worlds, she believes she’s found him.

Maybe in Another Life

Carolin spielt virtuos Mandoline, spricht sechs Fremdsprachen und kann im Kopf die Wurzel aus siebenhundertvierundachtzig ausrechnen. Aber als sie sich mit ihrem Exfreund um ein riesiges Erbe streiten muss, ist sie komplett überfordert. Verständlicherweise. Denn sie ist noch keine dreißig und gerade Witwe geworden. Und das wirft wohl jedes noch so große Wunderkind aus der Bahn. Zum Glück ist Carolin in ihren schwärzesten Stunden nicht allein, und eine illustre Gesellschaft steht ihr bei, unter anderem die schlechteste Therapeutin der Welt, ein Apotheker - und ein ausgestopfter Foxterrier mit Namen Nummer zweihundertdreiundvierzig...

In Wahrheit wird viel mehr gelogen (Gekürzt)

Wildblumen sind stark. Widerstandsfähig. Sie gedeihen unter den widrigsten Bedingungen. So möchte ich auch sein. Ich möchte die Zuversicht von Wildblumen besitzen ... niemals aufgeben, blühen und gedeihen, was auch immer geschieht. Mein Leben verläuft ziemlich unspektakulär, aber das ist für mich in Ordnung. Das ändert sich, als Thayer Holmes nebenan einzieht. Der mürrische Landschaftsgärtner bringt frischen Wind in meinen Alltag. Und als er mich darum bittet, als Kindermädchen für seinen kleinen Sohn einzuspringen, stimme ich spontan zu. Es ist einfach unmöglich, Thayer und seinen Sohn nicht zu mögen. Allerdings gibt es ein großes Problem: Ich bin achtzehn Jahre alt, er einunddreißig. Sich in ihn zu verlieben, war nicht geplant. Und ja, ich sehne mich auch danach, meine inneren Dämonen zu überwinden. Doch manchmal haben die schönsten Dinge die schlimmsten Konsequenzen .... Erster Band der Wildflower Duet Reihe von Micalea Smeltzer. Wir empfehlen die Hörbücher in der korrekten Reihenfolge zu hören.

Wildflower Duet

Die Zuversicht der Wildblumen - Wildflower Duet, Band 1 (Ungekürzt)

The warm and moving new novel from the No. 1 Bestselling author of Always and Forever. Keep a secret too long and it will creep out when you least expect it… Behind the shining windows and rose-bedecked gardens of Summer Street, there are lots of secrets. There’s the one that hard-working single mother, Faye, hides from her teenage daughter, Amber. And there’s the one that thirty-year-old Maggie hides from herself. When fiery Amber decides to throw away her future for love, and when Maggie ends up back home looking after her sick mother, their secrets begin to bubble over. The only person on Summer Street who appears to know all the answers is their friend Christie. Wise and kind, she can see into other people’s hearts to solve their problems. Except that this time, the secrets she’s hidden from her beloved husband and grown up sons suddenly reappear. When the past comes alive for Maggie, Faye and Christie, they finally have to face it.

Past Secrets

Ein Sommer voller Liebe, Lehm und Meeresrauschen Nella ist endlich angekommen. Die Porzellanmalerin hat nach einer Kindheit der Rastlosigkeit in Meißen ihren Platz gefunden. Als ihr Freund Florian sie mit einer Reise nach Langeoog überrascht, bleibt der romantische Antrag am Strand jedoch aus und Nella erfährt den wahren Grund ihres Urlaubs: Sie soll Florians Cousin bei seinem Souvenirladen unter die Arme greifen. Aber dann fühlt sie sich plötzlich zu dem lebensfrohen Jack hingezogen, der zwar keinen Schimmer von Buchhaltung hat, aber umso mehr vom Töpfern versteht. Romantisch und voller Witz - das perfekte Lesevergnügen für den Urlaub

Liebe, Glück und Sonnenschein

Die kleine Inseltöpferei - Liebe, Glück und Sonnenschein, Band 4 (Ungekürzt)

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Proby’s second novel in her Romancing Manhattan series delivers the sizzling story of a playboy who’s vowed never to commit until he meets the one woman he’s tempted to break his promise for. Quinn Cavanaugh doesn’t do anything halfway. He drives fast, works hard, and plays even harder. And the word “commitment” doesn’t exist in his dictionary. He has no plans of settling down with one woman for he needs to be free to move on to the next big thing—whatever or whoever that may be. Each party knows the score going into it, and it’s all been working out fine. That is, until a sexy new colleague enters the scene. Sienna Hendricks doesn’t give much thought to Quinn and the revolving door leading to his bedroom. She’s way too picky about who she shares her time or her body with and screwing around with a colleague isn’t part of her plan either. Quinn doesn’t intimidate her. And unlike most other members of her sex, she doesn’t melt into a puddle at his feet whenever he’s near. Most importantly, she has no issues telling him no. But for a man who has the world at his feet, Quinn isn’t accustomed to being rejected. And he’s not about to let that change—no matter how persistent Sienna is. To his surprise, Sienna is everything he thought he’d never find. Pursuing her, and convincing her he's changed, is going to be the biggest challenge of his life. One he’s completely up for….

Romancing Manhattan

All It Takes

Ein Kleinstadt-Milliardär-Liebesroman mit einem super heißen Eishockeyspieler und einer Möchtegernautorin von der USA-Today-Bestseller-Autorin Vanessa Vale. Ich bin auf der Suche nach Mr. Right. Doch obwohl ich auf ein Blinddate nach dem anderen gehe, lerne ich nur Luschen kennen. Keiner erfüllt die Kriterien, die auf meiner Mann-Liste stehen. Bis Dex James auftaucht. Mein Gehirn? Es sagt mir, dass er in jeder Hinsicht falsch für mich ist. Er ist jung. Nur zum Urlaub in der Stadt. Ein fauler Milliardär. Er wird nur eine Affäre sein. Eine Muse für das erotische Buch, das ich schreibe. Mehr nicht. Mein Körper? Der sagt mir, dass ich mich diesem Sahneschnittchen an den Hals werfen soll. Dass ich manngemachte Orgasmen mit Mr. Right Now von der Liste streichen soll. Wer hat recht? Vielleicht keiner. Vielleicht muss mein Herz entscheiden, weil sich herausstellt, dass Dex so viel mehr ist, als ich mir jemals vorgestellt habe. Vielleicht könnte Mr. Right Now doch Mr. Right sein. Finde in diesem heißen Spiel um die Liebe heraus, wer gewinnt. Wie bei allen Büchern der „Auf Männerjagd“-Reihe wird auch diese Frau ihren Traummann finden.

Auf Männerjagd

Auf Männerjagd in Hunter Valley: Man Candy

Das Leben ist nicht einfach, genauso wenig wie die Liebe. Ich bin vierundzwanzig Jahre alt und ähm … unerfahren. Als ein Blind Date an diesem Zustand nichts ändert, bietet sich Theo für diese Aufgabe an. Wer ist Theo? Nur der Mann, für den ich seit sechs Monaten schwärme. Ja, er. Groß, breitschultrig und gut aussehend und hach, er hat jetzt sogar einen Bart! Er ist gewissenhaft. Ernst. Erfahren. Und es ist unmöglich, sich nicht in ihn zu verlieben. Allerdings ist er nur für ein wenig Spaß zu haben. Ein oder zwei wilde Runden zwischen den Laken. Er hätte niemals Interesse an jemandem wie mir. Warum sollte er auch? Er ist ein ernster, nachdenklicher Arzt – und, oh ja, ein Milliardär – und ich bin eine alberne Erstklasslehrerin, die kaum über die Runden kommt. Als ich nicht mehr nur manngemachte Höhepunkte, sondern den Mann selbst will, weiß ich, dass ich in Schwierigkeiten stecke. Er ist nicht mehr mein Schwarm, sondern jemand, den ich womöglich liebe. Wie bei allen Büchern der „Auf Männerjagd“-Reihe wird auch diese Frau ihren Traummann finden.

Auf Männerjagd in Hunter Valley: Man Cave

""If ever a couple was ‘meant to be,’ it’s Tess and Gus. This is such a witty, poignant, and uplifting story of two lives crisscrossing over the years, with near miss after near miss. . . . I couldn’t put it down."" — Sophie Kinsella For fans of One Day in December, The Flatshare, and This Time Next Year, a wryly romantic debut novel that asks, what if you just walked by the love of your life, but didn’t even know it? ""TODAY IS THE FIRST DAY OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE."" Tess can’t get the motto from her mother’s kitchen knickknack out of her head, even though she’s in Florence on an idyllic vacation before starting university in London. Gus is also visiting Florence, on a holiday with his parents seven months after tragedy shattered their lives. Headed to medical school in London, he’s trying to be a dutiful son but longs to escape and discover who he really is. A chance meeting brings these eighteen-year-olds together for a brief moment—the first of many times their paths will crisscross as time passes and their lives diverge from those they’d envisioned. Over the course of the next sixteen years, Tess and Gus will face very different challenges and choices. Separated by distance and circumstance, the possibility of these two connecting once more seems slight. But while fate can separate two people, it can also bring them back together again. . . .

Miss You

"Tugged on my heartstrings... I loved every minute I spent reading this adorable story... my heart was aching... Such a sweet heart-warming story" Audio Killed the Bookmark Can you ever really forget your first love? It’s been eight long years since May Anderson’s high school sweetheart Tom Riley drove down Main Street in his truck, leaving Hillsboro—and May—in his rearview mirror. Now he’s back and, try as they might, the pair can’t avoid each other. As Hillsboro prepares to host the prestigious North West Food and Wine Festival, Tom and May are reluctantly called in to plan the big event. Tom needs May’s help to repair his bad-boy reputation and, with the whole town counting on them, May and Tom need to learn to trust each other again. May is determined to protect her heart, but a lot has changed since high school. She can’t help but notice how the skinny boy she used to know is now a man who perfectly fills out his button-down, and Tom can’t seem to tear his gaze away from May’s sweet smile. It’s clear old feelings are surfacing again, but there is a secret keeping them apart and, until they find the courage to face it, their second chance summer will be only that... A heartwarming story about first love, family and the importance of second chances. Fans of Jenny Hale, Debbie Macomber and Robyn Carr will adore Sweet Pea Summer. Readers love Sweet Pea Summer: "I binge-read this book... Very charming setting in a charming town. Highly recommend this great summer read!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars "Read as fast as I could. It's a heartwarming read perfect for escaping from these bleak times and I thoroughly enjoyed it." Scrapping and Playing, 5 stars "Right away, I knew I was going to love Sweet Pea Summer... It set a standard of charm, romance, and lovability that will be incredibly difficult for other summer reads to outdo." Tamsterdam Reads, 5 stars "I loved this book. Great storyline, characters, humor, romance and emotions. Everything I look for in a great book. This is one book you need to read and enjoy." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars The first book featuring the Anderson family, The Magnolia Sisters, reached #40 in the US top 100. Alys' previous title, The Christmas Company, was turned into a Hallmark movie. Alys Murray writes novels for the romantic in all of us. Born and raised in New Orleans, she received her BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and her Master's in Film Studies from King's College London. Though she's moved away from home, she'll always be a Southern girl at heart.

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