Literature & Fiction
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The Great Escape from Woodlands Nursing Home: A gorgeously uplifting novel from the bestselling author of THE SINGLE LADIES OF JACARANDA RETIREMENT VILLAGE
*Joanna Nell’s new brilliantly heartwarming and moving novel, THE TEA LADIES OF ST JUDE’S HOSPITAL, is available to pre-order now!*
‘Poignant and warm-hearted . . . a tonic for our times.’ – Holly Miller, author of The Sight of You
At nearly ninety, retired nature writer Hattie Bloom prefers the company of birds to people, but when a fall lands her in a nursing home she struggles to cope with the loss of independence and privacy. From the confines of her ‘room with a view’ – of the car park! – she dreams of escape.
Fellow ‘inmate’, the gregarious, would-be comedian Walter Clements also plans on returning home as soon as he is fit and able to take charge of his mobility scooter.
When Hattie and Walter officially meet at The Night Owls, a clandestine club run by Sister Bronwyn and her dog, Queenie, they seem at odds. But when Sister Bronwyn is dismissed over her unconventional approach to aged care, they must join forces – and very slowly, an unlikely, unexpected friendship begins to grow.
Full of wisdom and warmth, The Great Escape from Woodlands Nursing Home is a gorgeously poignant, hilarious story showing that it is never too late to laugh – or to love.
Praise for Joanna Nell:
‘Hugely entertaining . . . funny and heart-warming’ Woman & Home
‘A gentle, warm-hearted book that had me rooting for all the characters and laughing out loud at points’ LIBBY PAGE, author of The Lido
‘A warm and touching story with a cast of characters who became my friends’ – Katie Marsh, author of THE REST OF ME
‘The perfect blend of funny and moving’ – Natasha Lester, author of THE PARIS SEAMSTRESS
‘A funny and poignant exploration of growing old disgracefully and enjoying your twilight years’ – Culturefly
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Miss Nightingale’s Nurses: During the toughest of times, has she finally found her calling? (The Nursing Series Book 1)
Discover the first heartwarming novel in Kate Eastham’s nursing series in this gripping and compelling story of strength
‘Deftly written . . . a moving account of loss, as well as self-discovery and achievement’ Woman’s Own
‘A vivid, entertaining read which brought history alive’ 5***** Reader Review
_________From the docks of Liverpool to a distant battlefield, can one girl find her brother and save herself?
Ada Houston’s life is shattered when her brother Frank goes missing following an accident at the docks. But a short time later she hears a rumour that he survived and left Liverpool to fight a foreign war.
Determined not to lose him a second time she boards a ship to bring him home. But the battlefields of the Crimea are a hostile place for a penniless young woman.
Then one day a lifeline is thrown her way as she is offered the chance to train as a nurse under the famous Florence Nightingale. Working in the most terrible of conditions, Ada shows an aptitude beyond anyone’s expectations as she cares for her injured countrymen, makes new friends and enjoys the first flutter of romance.
But Frank is still missing and she needs to find him before it’s too late . . .
_________‘A wonderfully written book’ 5***** Reader Review
‘Gripped me right from the start’ 5***** Reader Review
‘You felt you were with them’ 5***** Reader Review
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THE COMPLETE DUNCAN MORANT NAVAL THRILLERS a WWII military adventure box set (WWII Historical Fiction Box Sets)
A *COMPLETE* ACTION-PACKED SERIES OF WORLD WAR TWO NAUTICAL ADVENTURES. FOUR BOOKS IN ONE GREAT-VALUE BOX SET.Discover a series of authentic, rip-roaring naval adventures following a British naval crew during World War II.
Perfect for fans of Frederick Forsyth, Ken Follett, C.S. Forester, D.R. Bailey, Tom Walker, Scott Cook, Patrick Larsimont, John Wingate and Phillip McCutchan.
MEET DUNCAN MORANT EVERSHAM.
Thrill-seeker, schooner enthusiast, and heir to Lord Eversham, Duncan Morant is also a sub-lieutenant in the Royal Naval Reserve.
As war clouds gather, he’s called up to command a mysterious new torpedo boat patrolling the English Channel.
PRAISE FOR ALAN SAVAGE:
‘An exciting story . . . action-filled and unpredictable.’ Publishers Weekly
‘[Savage’s]action-packed war story will appeal to squadrons of readers.’ Library Journal
IN THIS FOUR-BOOK BOX SET:
BOOK 1: STORM WARNING
August 1939. With war looming, Duncan is given command of a new Royal Navy torpedo boat. Much to his surprise, no one seems to know exactly what the boats are for. But Duncan is determined to uncover the boat’s true potential.BOOK 2: THE FLOWING TIDE
Now a Lieutenant, Duncan commands a flotilla in the English Channel. After receiving a distress call, he rescues the crew of a sinking merchantman. Among the survivors is Rebecca Strong – a mysterious and beguiling American spy.BOOK 3: THE CALM AND THE STORM
It’s 1941, and Duncan is commanding a flotilla of torpedo boats to secure a supply route through Malta. The waves created by the arrival of his outrageous mother – and his old friend Rebecca Strong – are still breaking, when orders arrive for the flotilla to undertake what seems to be a suicide mission.BOOK 4: THE VORTEX
Duncan and his esteemed colleague Jamie Goring embark on the most dangerous operation of their careers: a bid to rescue a French Resistance leader from under the noses of the Nazis. To succeed, the two men must be willing to sacrifice everything and everyone they hold dear.Don’t miss out on this series of page-turning World War II adventures. YOU GET ALL FOUR OF THESE BOOKS IN THIS EDITION.
READERS LOVE DUNCAN MORANT:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great characters, great plot!’Stuart D.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Thrills from start to finish.’ Kindle Reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Enjoyed every moment . . . at the edge of my seat.’ Bill H.
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Napoleon’s Spy: The brand-new historical adventure about Napoleon, hero of Ridley Scott’s new Hollywood blockbuster
‘An epic tale that never loses sight of the raw experience of the hero. I loved Napoleon’s Spy’ Simon Scarrow
‘Exciting, immersive, well researched and great fun.’ Giles Kristian
‘Harrowing and totally gripping. A masterclass in writing fiction about real historical events’ Leonora Nattrass, author of Black DropRussia, 1812. Has France finally met its match?
On the eve of the invasion of Russia, half-French, half-English Matthieu Carrey finds himself in the ranks of Napoleon’s five hundred thousand strong army. With Tsar Alexander seemingly ill-prepared, a French victory seems certain. The Grande Armée will obliterate everything in its path.
Carrey’s purpose is less clear. Blackmailed into becoming a spy in the emperor’s army, he hopes to follow his lover, a French actress who has gone to work in the Moscow theatre.
As supplies grow scarce and temperatures plummet, the Grande Armée begins to crumble. Caught up in the maelstrom of war, Carrey embarks on an epic journey, while the Russians circle like hungry wolves.
Hundreds of miles lie between Carrey and safety.
To reach it seems utterly impossible.Read more
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Goat Dance: A Novel of Supernatural Horror
You’ll never escape what haunts you…not once they return.
“A dark, mesmerizing delight.”–Robert McCammon ★★★★★ “Couldn’t put it down!” ★★★★★
A town must face its terrifying past as a possessed child threatens to unleash unspeakable horror upon them all. Supernatural suspense blends with heart-pounding horror in this epic chiller. “Clegg’s stories can chill the spine so effectively that the reader should keep paramedics on standby.”–Dean Koontz.A young man – Malcolm “Cup” Coffey – returns to Pontefract, Virginia, to find the girl he once loved – while an ancient evil grows stronger within a silent house on the edge of a frozen lake. For fans of Stephen King, Guillermo del Toro, and Dean Koontz.
“Douglas Clegg is a weaver of nightmares!” – Robert R. McCammon, New York Times bestselling author.
“Clegg’s stories can chill the spine so effectively that the reader should keep paramedics on standby.”– Dean Koontz
“Douglas Clegg knows exactly what scares us, and he knows just how to twist those fears into hair-raising chills…” – Tess Gerritsen, New York Times bestselling author.
“Clegg is the best horror writer of the post-Stephen King generation.”
– Bentley Little, USA Today bestselling author of The Haunted.“Douglas Clegg has become the new star in horror fiction.”
– Peter Straub author of Ghost Story. The Talisman and Black House (with Stephen King).“Clegg is one of the best!”– Richard Laymon, USA bestselling author of The Cellar and Island.
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Dance with the Enemy (The Enemy Trilogy)
“OMG . . . talk about keeping me on the edge of my seat! . . . This is one hell of an action-packed ride!’ —Baker’s Not So Secret Blog, five starsThe action-packed first novel in the highly acclaimed and bestselling series of espionage thrillers featuring Carl Logan.
Carl Logan was the perfect agent. A loner. No real friends or family. Trained to deal with any situation with cold efficiency, devoid of emotion. But Logan isn’t the man he used to be—or the asset he once was. Five months ago, his life changed forever when he was captured, tortured, and left for dead by Youssef Selim, one of the world’s most violent terrorists.
When Selim mysteriously reappears in Paris, linked to the kidnapping of America’s attorney general, Logan smells his chance for revenge. Pursuing his man relentlessly, oblivious to the growing trail of destruction he leaves in his wake, Logan delves deeper and deeper into the web of lies and deceit surrounding the kidnapping. Is he about to learn just what it means to dance with the enemy?
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The Royal Game: A gripping Medieval historical romance from the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for autumn 2023 reading!: A gripping new historical … from the Sunday…
‘I was completely captivated’ Barbara Erskine
The spellbinding new historical novel from the Sunday Times bestseller Anne O’Brien.
England, 1444. Three women challenge the course of history…
King Henry VI’s grip on the crown hangs by a thread as the Wars of the Roses starts to tear England apart. And from the ashes of war, the House of Paston begins its rise to power.
Led by three visionary women, the Pastons are a family from humble peasant beginnings who rely upon cunning, raw ambition, and good fortune in order to survive.
Their ability to plot and scheme sees them overcome imprisonment, violence and betrayal, to eventually secure for their family a castle and a place at the heart of the Yorkist Court. But success breeds jealousy and brings them dangerous enemies…
An inspirational story of courage and resilience, The Royal Game, charts the rise of three remarkable women from obscurity to the very heart of Court politics and intrigue.
‘A wonderfully immersive and intriguing read, meticulously researched. I was completely captivated’ Barbara Erskine
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Royal Road to Fotheringay: (Mary Stuart: Book 1): the enthralling and engrossing story of one of history’s most mysterious of monarchs from the Queen of British historical fiction
From the pen of international multi-million copy bestseller Jean Plaidy comes a rare insight in to the complicated and passionate emotions of Mary Queen of Scots – hers is a tale of love, romance, politics, plotting and bloody murder… Perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory.
‘This must surely rank best, or near it, of the many novels about this sadly fascinating woman’ — Birmingham Mail
‘These books are page-turners; they offer a wonderful way to learn about history, their heroines are smart, strong and in control of their destinies and their stories will remain with you for ever…They are a celebration of women’s spirit throughout history.’ — Daily Express
‘Gripping and exciting’ — ***** Reader review
‘Captivating’ — ***** Reader review
‘Spellbinding’ — ***** Reader review
‘Jean Plaidy at her best!!!’ — ***** Reader review
‘I was gripped from the first page’ — ***** Reader review
‘A riveting read’ — ***** Reader review*******************************************************
At just six days old, Mary Stuart became Queen of Scots.
At just six years old she was betrothed to the Dauphin François, the future King of France.
Reluctantly leaving Scotland, Mary is raised in the decadent French court in preparation to become the Queen of France. But her reign with François is short-lived.
Widowed at just eighteen years old, Mary is once again forced to leave her home to return to Scotland. Now a Catholic queen of a Protestant country, Mary must rule with caution and choose her next husband prudently…
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For Valour: an all-guns-blazing naval action thriller set at the height of WW2 from Douglas Reeman, the all-time bestselling master storyteller of the sea
Multi-million copy bestselling author Douglas Reeman expertly combines vivid characterisation with detailed and authentic naval experience to create a jaw-droppingly atmospheric and absorbing action thriller you won’t be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Clive Cussler, Bernard Cornwell and Wilbur Smith.
‘One of our foremost writers of naval fiction’ — Sunday Times
‘Mr Reeman writes with great knowledge about the sea and those who sail on it’ — The Times
‘Suspense from start to finish’ — ***** Reader review
‘Great story – you will not want to put it down’ — ***** Reader review
‘Top quality’ — ***** Reader review
‘Fantastic’ — ***** Reader review***********************************************************************************
Commander Graham Martineau was awarded the Victoria Cross for pressing home an attack against impossible odds. Few survived, and crimson ribbon remains a haunting symbol of the sacrifice of ship and men.Now, as captain of the crack Tribal Class destroyer H.M.S. Hakka, Martineau must once again call from ordinary seamen the ultimate in courage, and prepare to defend to the death vital convoys to Russia.
There is no hiding place in these bitter Arctic seas, where a pitiless enemy awaits a fatal rendezvous.
ALL ARE HEROES, AND NO MAN NOR SHIP IS IMMORTAL.
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The Scarlet Dress: The brilliant new novel from the bestselling author of The House By The Sea
Alice Lang was wearing her favourite scarlet dress when she disappeared twenty-five years ago, and her memory still casts a long shadow.In the long, hot summer of 1995, twenty-two-year-old Alice Lang rents a caravan on a holiday park on the outskirts of the lively holiday resort of Severn Sands. She befriends Marnie, a shy, damaged little girl whose father is the park’s caretaker and whose mother died a few months earlier. Will, whose mother runs the bar, falls in love with Alice, and is unbearably jealous of anyone else she sees. Tensions rise until one evening Alice disappears from her caravan. She’s never seen again, and only her scarlet dress is found washed up on the shore.
A quarter of a century later, the town is run down and nobody comes there anymore. Mr and Mrs deVillars, former owners of the holiday park, have passed the failing business onto their son Guy, who promptly sells the land for development. Builders clearing the land to create an expanse of executive homes uncover human bones. It has to be Alice.
Will and Marnie’s lives were entirely shaped by what happened that summer, and now Alice has been found, they must struggle to pin down their memories, to escape the secrets of the past, the lies they told and the unbearable guilt they’re both carrying.
They need to find out what happened to Alice. Who killed her? And why?
Praise for Louise Douglas
‘Louise Douglas achieves the impossible and gets better with every book.’ Milly Johnson
‘A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down. The vivid descriptions, the evocative plot and the intrigue that Louise created, which had me constantly asking questions, made it a highly enjoyable, absolute treasure of a read.’ Kim Nash on The Scarlet Dress
‘Another stunning read from the exceptionally talented Louise Douglas! I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick. Her writing is always beautiful and multi-layered, her characters warm and relatable and the intriguing nature of the mystery makes this unputdownable.’ Nicola Cornick on The Scarlet Dress
‘A tender, heart-breaking, page-turning read’Rachel Hore on The House by the Sea
‘The perfect combination of page-turning thriller and deeply emotional family story. Superb’ Nicola Cornick on The House by the Sea
‘Kept me guessing until the last few pages and the explosive ending took my breath away.’ C.L. Taylor, author of The Accident on Your Beautiful Lies
‘Beautifully written, chillingly atmospheric and utterly compelling, The Secret by the Lake is Louise Douglas at her brilliant best’ Tammy Cohen, author of The Broken
‘A master of her craft, Louise Douglas ratchets up the tension in this haunting and exquisitely written tale of buried secrets and past tragedy.’ Amanda Jennings, author of Sworn Secret
‘A clammy, atmospheric and suspenseful novel, it builds in tension all the way through to the startling final pages.’ Sunday Express, S Magazine
‘A chilling, unputdownable new novel from the bestselling author of The House By The Sea.
‘A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down.’
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Sea Castle: A Thriller (Underwater Investigation Unit Book 4)
A Wall Street Journal bestselling series. A deep diving investigator is pulled into the depths of a string of unsolved serial murders in a riveting thriller by the Amazon Charts bestselling author of Sea Storm.
When a young woman washes ashore on a Fort Lauderdale beach, Sloan McPherson of the Underwater Investigation Unit is called in to consult. Sloan’s instinct says murder, but even then, there are too many questions.
For answers she reaches out to Gwen Wylder. The Miami homicide detective is notorious for being manipulative, bitter, a tyrant to her peers, and wicked smart. And she demands something in return from Sloan: fresh insight into seemingly unrelated cold-case murders and disappearances—and a possible serial killer trolling the Florida coast.
As loose ends of the old files begin to come together, another woman disappears. Sloan and Gwen are certain she’s the newest link in a deadly chain. They are determined to track her down before she dies, but they soon find themselves in uncharted waters. And the deeper Sloan and Gwen go, the stranger the case gets.
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Sea Storm: A Thriller (Underwater Investigation Unit Book 3)
A Wall Street Journal bestselling series.
An explosive conspiracy sets the ocean roiling for a deep-diving investigator in a riveting thriller by the author of the Amazon Charts bestseller The Girl Beneath the Sea.
A distress call draws rescuers Sloan McPherson and the Underwater Investigation Unit to a cruise ship off the coast of Fort Lauderdale that’s sinking from a mysterious explosion. When it appears to be the work of an ecoterrorist and other ships are threatened, it becomes a race against time. More clues are discovered, and evidence is in danger of being washed away by a coming tropical storm. Sloan grows concerned that key details are being ignored, and a strange lack of urgency by authorities sets off alarms.
As the troubling questions compound, Sloan is determined to chase down every lead she has. Her persistence is getting her closer to the truth: that there’s something far more troubling at play than the official explanation. It’s also putting Sloan on a collision course with an enemy more powerful than she realizes, in a case so complex and deadly it may be impossible to prove. Now cracking the case is a matter of staying one step ahead of someone with every resource imaginable to bury Sloan and everything she knows.
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The Guest House by the Sea: An absolutely heartwarming Irish novel to curl up with in 2023 from the kindle #1 bestselling author
People come to the guest house for fresh air and views across the Atlantic. But if they’re lucky, they might just leave with the second chance they didn’t know they needed…Esme has run the guest house for as long as anyone in Ballycove can remember. But in her declining years, her sight is failing, and when she has a fall on the eve of the summer season, she is forced to take a back seat for the first time in her life.
From her chair in the entry hall, not much passes Esme by. There’s Cora, the wife visiting indefinitely… without her husband; Niamh, the city professional with a life-changing decision to make; and Phyllie, the grandmother whose family is slipping away from her.
Esme’s guests provide the colour that helps her keep her grip on the world. All of them have something they want to escape – or to hold on to. But can Esme help them find their way before the summer is over?
From bestselling Irish writer Faith Hogan comes a new, uplifting story about discovering love, friendship and the healing power of the Irish sea air. It will charm fans of Sheila O’Flanagan, Heidi Swain and Susanne O’Leary.
‘Once again Faith pulls you into her world instantly and never lets you go, with such an incredibly real cast of characters who you feel actually exist. A Life affirming and unputdownable read.’ Phillipa Ashley
‘What a delight this book is. A gorgeous cast of characters, the perfect seaside setting and Faith Hogan’s wonderful talent for dialogue all come together to make this a lovely feel-good story with an ending that will cheer your heart.’ Imogen Clark
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Secret Santa – a Christmas novella with a twist (The Secret Series)
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Praise for Holly Green
‘Should be this year’s number one Christmas novel,’ Goodreads reviewer
‘A Christmas Carol for the Tik Tok generation – if you don’t fall for Charlie in this sweet novella, you’re definitely going to be yelling ‘bah humbug’,’ D.E White, bestselling author
‘Such a clever retelling of a well loved Christmas classic, skilfully reconfigured in a modern setting. I was gripped to the very last page! Pour yourself a glass of mulled wine and enjoy reading this book!’ Amazon review
‘I’d honestly say this is one of cutest and most fun wee reads I’ve read on a while.’ Amazon review
‘I really fun modern twist on A Christmas Carol, I read this in one sitting. The ghosts of Christmas past and present were personal highlights!’ Amazon review
‘It’s a well written, fun and heart-warming read. This novella was the perfect little festive read to get me started for the season.’ Amazon review
‘This gorgeous slice of Christmassy fiction will uplift you and leave you with that heart-warming hopeful feeling right down to your very core.’ Amazon review.
‘If you’re looking for a charming, whimsical, feel good story that channels the joy of the festive season, definitely pick up Secret Santa, and keep an eye out for Bow. I have to admit to a soft spot – he gave me all the Christmas Fairy vibes from the film Scrooged!’ Goodreads review
Book Description
The Devil Wears Prada meets A Christmas Carol (a novella)
Charlie Kenzie doesn’t give a mince pie about Christmas.
If she had her way, she’d have everyone in the office working on the next edition of Charm magazine.
Instead, she’ll be spending another Christmas Day alone.
Which she’s fine with.
That is until she’s caught up in an accident on Christmas Eve with an unusual taxi driver dressed as the the Ghost of Christmas Past, which springs this Manolo wearing Scrooge into a trip she’ll never forget.
A story about love, life, and being given a second chance
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The Christmas Season: An uplifting, funny and inclusive romance that Regency readers will love!
You are cordially invited to your Happy Ever After…
Emma Love is a matchmaker who believes in old fashioned courtship, over swiping left or right. She’s inspired by Jane Austen, Bridgerton and a thousand and one perfect romance stories, where matches were made at elegant soirees and not by sliding into your intended’s DMs.
This year, Emma is inviting you to a very special social season, where a hopeful singleton might find their own Mr Darcy waiting under the mistletoe. At a series of glamorous, festive, and, most importantly, romantic events, Emma is making it her mission to find love for everyone this Christmas Season.
How will she fare trying to find perfect matches for the Price twins, both too busy trying to outdo the other to ever look for love? Can she encourage the sexy Season rake, Theo, to change his ways? And what of Hope Lucas, who Emma has failed to match before, but who still has faith that Mr Right is out there?
And with Emma so focused on finding everybody else’s happy ever after, is she at risk of letting her own perfect match slip away?
Welcome to the Christmas Season.
An uplifting, original and romantic read that fans of Lex Croucher and Lindsey Kelk will love.
Readers are loving The Christmas Season:
‘A heartwarming, magical romance guaranteed to give you the warm and fuzzies.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘Perfect for the upcoming holiday season. The cover is absolutely gorgeous…but the storyline is equally adorable.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘With an element of Bridgerton…this is a cute little romantic book about finding love but also finding yourself. Prefect winter read by the fire.’ Reader review
‘The concept is fantastic. I love the idea of a modern Regency season where people are encouraged to let go of the instant gratification of online dating and seek meaningful connections.’ Reader Review
‘A quick and cute read…I adore the concept of an old-fashioned season in modern times.’ Reader Review
‘This was a super lightweight, very quick read…gave me Love Actually vibes.’ Reader Review
Praise for Ally Sinclair:
‘I loved it! Clever, romantic, funny and completely different!’ Katie Fforde
‘I adored this witty, joyous romp of a tale.’ Liz Fenwick
‘Such a good book. I liked the characters, I loved reading their stories as they unfurled.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘What a fun read!…Three very modern romances occur against a backdrop of Regency recreation.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘Devoured this book…A modern-day must for lovers of Jane Austen. Cannot wait for the next book in the series. Highly recommend.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘I loved this book, the characters and the atmosphere. It was perfection.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘This was such a cute read! It takes readers back in time…Emma and Mr Knight were an irresistible combo.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
‘I loved the way Ally Sinclair brought elements of Jane Austen and flair of Bridgerton into a funny romance. I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
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Suspected Charmed and Dangerous: Midlife Magic in Marshmallow Books 1-3
Save the world, or burn it down trying.
Newly-divorced Remi has been swallowing her rage and playing nice and for far too long. But every woman has her breaking point. And when she snaps, she ignites.
Because magic attracts magic, that fire spreads into an inferno of magical awakenings. Now instead of one middle-aged witch with no idea how to handle her magic, the little town of Marshmallow has three.
Sure, they may be a hot mess of renegade sorcery, but they’re not just powerful. They’re empowered. They’re done playing by other people’s rules and they’re writing their own.
1. Remi: Divorce bites. It’s worse when your ex is a vampire.
When quiet rage burns so bright you spontaneously combust, things can still get worse.
Turns out, fighting fire with fire is satisfyingly cathartic.
Burn it all down. Forge your own path from the ashes.2. Jen: Dreams really do come true. But so do nightmares.
Being a single mom means you have to be prepared for everything. You have to be able to do everything. But nothing can prepare you for magic that activates while you’re asleep.
A positive bedtime routine is clutch.3. Brianna: He went from “I do” to “Who are you?”
When your AWOL husband finally returns but pretends his memory is still missing, life can’t get much worse.
Unless you also turn into a chicken. A literal one. With feathers and the whole clucking shebang.
Peck the patriarchy.Midlife meltdowns lead to newfound friendship, hilarious hijinks, and mounting mayhem. Each magical crisis is a new beginning, a chance to find love and the happily-ever-afters these forty-year-old heroines never thought possible. This bundle contains the first three novels in the Midlife Magic in Marshmallow series: Sweatpants and Spells,Scrapbooking the Supernatural, and Wrinkles and Runes.
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Escape to the Swiss Chalet: The must-read hilarious new fiction debut to escape with in 2023!
‘Oh wow!! this book blew me away!! it has it all! laughs and tears and excitement and sadness and fun!! what a great time! thank you so much to netgalley for letting me read this one early!!’ lindsey.readsbooks, 5 stars‘Carrie Walker will whisk you away with this fabulous destination romcom… A sparkling debut – I couldn’t put it down.’ Sandy Barker
‘Fabulously heart-warming and witty… what a debut! It made me yearn to fly off to breathe in the mountain air and, for any foodie who also enjoys the odd glass of wine, you will wish you could make a reservation. Utterly delightful!’ Lucy Coleman
‘What a treat! An exciting new voice you won’t want to miss. Cosy, festive and hilarious!’ Kate Forster
When your life goes off-piste how do you climb back up the mountain?
Holly Roberts is well-known among family and friends for despising the cold, so no one is more surprised than her when she agrees to pack her bags and move to the Swiss Alps. But after getting her heart broken, spending the winter season working as a sous-chef for wealthy twins Genevieve and gorgeous Luca, is exactly what the doctor ordered.
Verbier is home to millionaires and Holly has never felt more out of place in the snow-capped wooden chalet. Thankfully new friends, chalet girl Liv and chef Xavier are there to be her guide in this new world of après-ski and fondue, and to teach her how to get off chair lifts! And then there is Luca… rich, handsome, kind but what is the catch?
She just wanted to escape her problems but could she get her Happily Ever After?
A SWEET and FUNNY romantic comedy for readers of Lindsey Kelk and Mandy Baggot.
Readers love Escape to the Swiss Chalet!
‘This has rom com all over it! So excited for this one and can’t wait to share a full review and thoughts. So excited for the adventures of the Swiss Chalet as well as handsome Xavier… I’m getting Elle Woods vibes!’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘Brilliant… Read in one sitting… just a great feel good read set up in a lovely part of Switzerland.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘Absolutely loved this book. It was a great, romantic escape, and it just ticked all the boxes that I hope for in a romantic comedy.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘A delightful escape into a world of snowy adventures and unexpected romance… a perfect choice for fans of Mandy Baggot and Jo Thomas… sweet and funny romantic comedy that will leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling long after the final page.’ Barefoot in Grace, 5 stars
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Shakespeare and Me: 38 Great Writers, Actors, and Directors on What the Bard Means to Them – and Us
Why Shakespeare?It’s been 400 years since his death and yet we continue to find inspiration, revelation, solace, and entertainment in his poems and plays. In this original collection, Susannah Carson invites 38 actors, directors, scholars, and writers to share their own personal connections with Shakespeare and explore how he came to shape our world so completely.
Along the way, we reminisce on a childhood spent constructing makeshift matchstick theatres with Isabel Allende, grapple with Coriolanus for a modern audience alongside Ralph Fiennes, hear from James Earl Jones on reclaiming Othello as a tragic hero, share in Julie Taymor’s transformation of Prospero into Prospera, join Sir Ben Kingsley on his mission to keep Shakespeare’s ideas alive for all generations through performance, and muse with Brian Cox on social conflict in Shakespeare’s time and in ours. Together they offer fresh insight into Shakespeare’s work as a living legacy to be read, seen, performed, adapted, revised, wrestled with, and loved.
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THE WHISTLER’S OMEN: A gripping mystery about a very strange murder (The Unsolvable Crimes Book 2)
An impossible victim, a more than impossible killer!FBI Special Agent Ilona Farris has barely recovered from her first escapade with the newly formed Unsolvable Crimes Unit when a bizarre case lands on her desk.
A man has been chained to a sack of stones and pushed into the water at Seattle Marina. However, the victim supposedly died in a plane crash over twenty years ago.
Witnesses report seeing a man in a straw hat and long coat at the scene. There one moment, then disappearing without a trace.
Rumours begin that the figure is the legendary South American spirit of El Silbón, the Whistler, whose victims have an eerie tune played to them before meeting their demise.
Fearing this will not be the ghostly apparition’s last crime, Agent Farris resolves to discover the truth about Ven Air Flight 387 and catch a killer with nothing other than revenge on their mind.
But the Whistler is not the only ghost stalking in the shadows, and Farris will need all her wits to come out on top.
THE WHISTLER’S OMEN is the second standalone mystery in this mind-blowing, edge-of-your-seat series by Iain Henn. Look out for the first, THE PIPER’S CHILDREN.
Iain Henn is also author of the beguiling mystery DEAD SET ON MURDER, and the romantic thriller THE GREATEST BETRAYAL. All available in paperback and on Kindle Unlimited.
Praise for THE PIPER’S CHILDREN:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Read it in a day as couldn’t put the book down!” Kindle customer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Very intriguing, chilling and atmospheric…” Amazon UK reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A very thought provoking thriller” Amazon UK reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Such a unique & clever story line” Netgalley reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Mesmerising. I was completely swept along…” Goodreads reviewerRead more
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The Christmas Wish: the perfect new festive Christmas romance to escape with from the Sunday Times bestselling author
How do you fall in love with someone who can’t remember you from one day until the next?
‘Absolutely hilarious, engaging and fun’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
Newly single lawyer Gwen Baker needs a family Christmas to bury her woes, with festive films, country walks and a mountain of chocolate.
Her teenage crush Dev is back in their small village as well – and it turns out he’s just as kind, funny and good-looking as she remembers.
But then Gwen wakes up to discover it’s Christmas all over again. She’s trapped in a snowy Groundhog Day. But would repeat meet-cutes with Dev really be so bad for a heart that needs mending?
READERS LOVE LINDSEY KELK:
‘A festive romance with a twist . . . with plenty of funny moments and a whole load of emotion’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The perfect antidote to these dark evenings, full of warmth, humour, deep insights and feel-good prose’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘If you read one Christmas book this year . . . let it be this one!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Everything you want for a Christmas read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Warm-hearted, funny and so enjoyable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
’Romantic, festive fun and as irresistible as a tub of Quality Street’ Red
‘With laugh-out-loud moments, it’s another classic Kelk novel’ Woman and Home
Lindsey Kelk has hit the sweet spot with a festive romcom that’s Groundhog Day meets The Family Stone’ Stylist
’Fun and festive . . a witty, feelgood read’ Popsugar
‘Heartwarming and funny’ Heat
‘This brilliant, hilarious read is escapist fun’ Fabulous
‘With genuine laugh-out-loud moments, it’s another Kelk novel that will put a big smile on your face’ Woman’s Weekly
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The Midnight Watchers Christmas
A Secret Workshop. A Daring Thief. A Clandestine Love. Will A Miracle Bring Two Hearts From Different Worlds Together This Christmas?When Fiona McVey learns her father’s secret, she is astonished. Donal McVey has been playing the role of Father Christmas to the impoverished children of Old Town and Fiona’s eyes are opened to the despairing poverty that clings to the cobblestone streets.
Alistair, an orphaned street child, has long since adapted to the harsh realities of life, Transforming into a savvy thief, skilful and elusive, he’s built a life of shadows, constantly evading the clutches of the law. However, fate intervenes when he uncovers a nefarious plan to rob the workshop that makes Christmas magic for Old Town’s neediest. Lying in wait, Alistair becomes an unexpected saviour, rescuing Fiona from the clutches of a menacing gang.
Years later, their paths cross again, and the electric connection between them leaves an imprint on her heart. But when Alistair makes a choice that horrifies Fiona, her intervention triggers a catastrophic event that leaves her family shattered and her world in tatters. With no option but to tread the perilous streets of Old Town under a new identity, she dresses as a man, her path rife with danger and now in direct opposition to Alistair.
As Christmas approaches, and snowflakes blur the lines between right and wrong, Fiona must make a choice. Can Fiona and Alistair find the miracle that eludes them, or will the weight of their decisions extinguish all hope for a love?
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The Little One’s Christmas Dream
An Abandoned Child And A Wealthy Heir. This Christmas Terrible Secrets Will Be Revealed.When young Betty is abandoned at the age of five, her life takes a turn she could never have imagined. Found by Martha Evans, a kind-hearted servant, and brought into the Bromley home as Martha’s Little One, she makes an unlikely friend in Will Bromley, the young son to the heir to the Bromley estate. Yet, when Will’s cruel father, Harold, inherits the household, darkness descends, shattering their sanctuary.
With Will destined to wed socialite Olive Hanson, their future looks grim. But Olive isn’t blind to the special bond between Will and Betty, and in a malicious act, she orchestrates a plot that leads to Betty’s ultimate downfall.
Accused, betrayed, and heartbroken, Betty finds herself cast out, alone and friendless, standing at the doors of a bleak workhouse. There she faces an enemy from her past, who harbours a chilling secret about Betty’s true parentage.
As Christmas approaches, a web of secrets, betrayals, and shattered hopes unfold. The Little One’s Christmas Dream is a tale teeming with drama, where love is pitted against insidious deceit, and where the spirit of Christmas could either be a beacon of light or the final blow in a life riddled with hardship. Can Will find a way to defy his family and redeem his one true love? Will Betty uncover the dark secrets of her past and find a new path to happiness? In a world of shifting loyalties and unrevealing truths, one fateful Christmas could change everything.
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Chronicles of Barsetshire: The Complete Series – 6 Historical Novels
The Chronicles of Barsetshire is a series of six novels, set in the fictional English county of Barsetshire and its cathedral town of Barchester. The novels concern the dealings of the clergy and the gentry, and the political, amatory, and social manœuvrings that go on among and between them.
Table of Contents:
The Warden
Barchester Towers
Doctor Thorne
Framley Parsonage
The Small House at Allington
The Last Chronicle of Barset
An Autobiography of Anthony TrollopeRead more
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In the Lion’s Den: A tale of romance and rivalry, the latest Victorian historical fiction novel from the multi-million copy bestselling author of books like A Woman of Substance
From the bestselling author of A Woman of Substance, a page-turning epic Victorian historical family saga.
London 1889: Victorian London is a place of wealth, privilege and poverty, a city of extremes. For James Falconer, who grew up as a barrow boy on a London market, it is a city of opportunity.
Working his way up Henry Malvern’s trading company in Piccadilly, James faces fraud and betrayal. A fierce rivalry develops with Henry’s daughter and heir Alexis – but their animosity masks a powerful attraction.
Embarking on a love affair with the daughter of Russian émigrés, James’s life begins to transform. But as treachery and danger threaten, a secret comes to light that will change his life forever. James must decide where his future lies – with Henry Malvern or following his own dream…
Gripping, dramatic and bringing the England of Queen Victoria and the British Empire vividly to life, In the Lion’s Den is a sweeping historical epic from one of our finest storytellers, creator of A Woman of Substance.
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The Waif’s Lost Family
“Gwen sought to protect her family. She never fathomed the depths of tragedy she’d face.”In the oppressive shadow of the cotton mill, the Hopewell family’s spirit is nearly crushed. The grind of machinery and relentless hours weigh heavily on young Gwen and her sister, Roberta. The loss of their father to the mill’s clutches and their mother’s ruined legs are constant reminders of the high cost of survival. But when a tragedy befalls Teddy, their youngest, the family’s already fragile foundation shatters and a heart-wrenching decision by their mother propels them towards an even grimmer fate, the unforgiving doors of the workhouse loom large.
There, separated from their ailing mother, Gwen and Roberta cling to each other. It’s within these walls they meet Nick, a kind-hearted soul who seeks to help them and soon a sweet love begins to blossom. But behind the workhouse walls, treachery is rife and Gwen’s attempts to protect her sister come at a shocking price and Gwen, Nick and Roberta are cast to the streets.
Now the trio must brave the dangerous streets and alleyways, doing whatever they can to survive, but when Nick’s brave attempt to avoid arrest ends in a plunge into the dark waters, and Roberta vanishes, leaving behind only a haunting smear of blood, Gwen is heartbroken fearing them dead. Now Gwen must grapple with heartbreak once more and find her way in the unforgiving life of the London alleyways.
“In a world where loyalties are tested and bonds are shattered, will Gwen find the strength to move forward? Can she uncover the fate of her loved ones and rebuild the fragments of their broken family? Embark on a poignant journey of resilience, love, and one family’s battle against insurmountable odds.
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The Sailor’s Lost Daughters: A heartwarming family saga novel from Emma Hardwick (Victorian Sister Sagas)
Twins born into misfortune: A tale of survival amid the Victorian shadows.
1880s Manchester
In the shadow of poverty, sisters Grace and Agnes struggle to cope with their father’s sudden death. Soon, the joy of a fleeting romance with a visiting sailor brings innocent Grace more than she bargained for.
With the birth of twins, Grace’s struggles amplify as her health crumbles. Angered by her sister’s folly, a resentful Agnes sees an opportunity for escape, plotting to use the twins and the lovestruck sailor as stepping stones. Alas, her selfish plan is threatened when one twin mysteriously vanishes in a bustling market square.
What becomes of the missing child in this treacherous web of deceit? Can the sailor decipher Agnes’s self-serving lies before it’s too late? Amidst mounting dangers, can Grace shield her children from peril and allow love to return to her life?
Escape into this heartrending Victorian saga of love tested, innocence betrayed, and a mother’s desperate fight against all odds. This engrossing tale of love, grit, and determination is a must-read for fans of evocative historical dramas and poignant, strong women’s saga romance. Don’t miss this tale that will tug at your heartstrings and keep you on the edge of your seat.
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Praise for the author:
“Emma’s ability to evoke raw emotions and weave a compelling narrative of Victorian Britain makes this women’s historical saga an absolute must-read for fans of heartfelt tales of survival and resilience.” – Mary P, US
“Hardwick is a true gem in the world of historical fiction. Her vivid descriptions and richly drawn characters transport me to the heart of Angel Meadow, captivating from the first page.” – Beryl F, UK
“Emma’s beautiful Victorian romance novels capture the essence of the era, making me feel as if I’m living alongside the characters. Utterly gripping. Her depictions of gritty stories about strong women are unmatched.” – Elsie J, UK
“Hardwick’s storytelling prowess makes this a truly unforgettable read. A must-read for fans of women’s historical saga fiction that explores the strength of the human spirit.” – Elizabeth M, UK
“If you love the Victorian romance of Catherine Cookson, Downton, Mimi Matthews, or Eliza Heaton, you’ll love this captivating tale of struggle and resilience. Emma’s skill in crafting narratives that resonate long after the last page is a testament to her talent. Well done, Emma!” – Patricia S, US
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Workhouse Girl’s Christmas Dream: Victorian Romance (Victorian Historical Christmas Romance)
A cruel Christmas tragedy. A soldier saved by the actions of a little girl. One woman’s determined journey from helpless rags to the rich arms of love…
Amanda Wood adored her father. Until that awful Christmas day when he was taken.
But the Victorian world and workhouse care little for a poor girl’s heartbreak. Even less for her dreams of freedom.
Cecil Miller can’t shake the memory of the young girl who helped him escape the clutches of his pursuers. But where is she now? And why does he feel that their destinies are somehow entwined?
Will Amanda and Cecil ever find their way home after years of trying? And what awaits these two at the end of their journey?
Workhouse Girl’s Christmas Dream is a heartbreakingly beautiful Christmas story of rags to riches set in Victorian England. Rosie Swan’s historical Victorian Romances never fail to touch the heart, and Mandy’s story is one you will love to the final happy ever after!
Enjoy the Victorian Christmas romance, Workhouse Girl’s Christmas Dream, today.
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The Workhouse Angel : Victorian Romance
Two babies swapped at birth. One a lowly miner’s boy, the other a high-born daughter. Will untamed tongues expose the family secret?
Lady Napier is desperate to give her high-society husband an heir. Devastated by the birth of yet another girl, a secretive plot is hatched to replace the disappointing child with the newborn son of a local village woman.
Julia Jones grows up on Miner’s Row believing she is the daughter of a deprived working family. Surrounded by ugly rumours about her heritage little Miss Jones is sent to London with her family only to find that tragedy and the workhouse awaits.
Will the workhouse angel find love and a future? Or will the fears of those who want her hidden finish her before she discovers who she really is?
Join Dolly Price for a heart-thumping Victorian romance filled with intrigue, skulduggery, and a blazing love that burns through the darkness.
The Workhouse Angel is a clean and wholesome Victorian Romance suitable for all ages.
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Christmas Doorstep Orphan: Victorian Romance (Heartwarming Christmas Victorian Saga Romance Book 1)
A Christmas child left on a doorstep, a destitute Whitechapel family tasked with her care, and a web of long-concealed family secrets that refuse to stay hidden.
On a frosty Christmas Day, an unexpected arrival shakes the opulent world of the Leigh-Donner family in Belgravia. A mysterious note claims the child is their kin, but they’re reluctant to embrace her as their own.
The innocent babe is entrusted to an impoverished family in the gritty heart of Whitechapel.
As Emma blossoms into a woman, she is seduced by a cunning trickster promising a path back to her birthright and tumbles into a world of deceit and heartbreak.
Can Patrick Moore, her dashing childhood friend and neighbour, rescue her from the clutches of her malevolent charmer? Or are darker forces conspiring to shatter their lives?
Prepare for a heart-stopping romantic saga packed with surprising twists, where every page turned brings you closer to a tearful Christmas miracle that will tug at your heartstrings like never before.
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A Christmas Song For The Prestwich Orphan: Christmas Victorian Romance (Heartwarming Christmas Victorian Saga Romance Book 5)
On the cold Manchester streets, Georgina’s life is a cycle of thievery and torment, until a chance encounter ignites her soul with hope. Amidst the darkness, a heartwarming Christmas tale of redemption and love unfolds, where faith can change even the hardest of hearts.
Little Georgina is trapped in her impoverished life under the oppressive rule of her heartless Uncle Doyle. But destiny intervenes when she’s drawn to the enchanting strains of music, awakening her dormant soul to a world of beauty, faith, and the hope she’s always longed for.
Georgina’s transformation is set in motion by the singing of a devoted young man, William, whose purpose extends beyond himself. Yet, his noble calling clashes with the ambitions of his fiancée, Isabella.
As William befriends Georgina, a bitter rivalry erupts, leading to her cruel banishment back to the streets.
However, on a fateful Christmas Eve, an unforeseen twist of fate promises to change everything.
Can miracles truly occur? Can a life be reshaped in a single moment? Can bitter enemies become sisters, and do love stories really have the happiest of endings?
Let your heart be kindled by this Victorian Christmas romance that burns brighter than a Christmas hearth’s fire. Experience a story of redemption and the genuine spirit of the holiday season.
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The Mill Daughter’s Courage: Victorian Romance (Enthralling Victorian Romance)
Life within the Mill’s walls is a realm of shadows and perils, yet amidst the gloom, Daisy Barlow discovers pockets of happiness in her mother, Vera, and her twin sister, Janet – until tragedy strikes…The untimely death of her beloved sister and the soul-crushing grief of her mother push Daisy to an agonizing juncture – one that leaves her all alone to fend for herself against seemingly insurmountable odds. But Daisy is not a quitter!
Far from defeated, her spirit remains unyielding, fuelled by the unwavering belief in her mother’s eventual recovery and the promise of a brighter future. Surely her sister’s death was not in vain.
Will sweet Daisy survive this cruel world to find her Happily Ever After?
Find out in The Mill Daughter’s Courage, a heart-warming Victorian Romance that will appeal to lovers of clean and wholesome family sagas. Read now for FREE with Kindle Unlimited.
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Grandfather’s Christmas Orphans
Alice Thorton is only five years old when her parents are killed in an accident. Together with her two little sisters, she is sent to live in a dismal part of London near the docks. Her grandfather loves them, but Christmas is a quiet, lonely affair in his little cottage.As the streets surrounding them turn dangerous, the girls are confined to the cottage. Alice’s only friend is Charlie Tillman, a cheerful young dockworker who is always looking out for her and her sisters. But Alice’s entire world crumbles one Christmas when her grandfather has no choice but to send them away to their aunt—an aunt who dotes on the two littlest ones but wants nothing to do with Alice.
Alice’s quest is to return home to her grandfather and Charlie, but with every passing Christmas, it becomes more and more impossible. She struggles though devastating jobs, deceitful masters, and eventual homelessness. It will take one last great miracle to bring both Charlie and Alice home in time for Christmas.
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Orphan Girl & The Baker: Victorian Romance (Heartwarming Christmas Victorian Saga Romance Book 2)
A sweet scavenging orphan. Shady dangerous dockland deals. And a secret love shining a Christmas light in the darkness…
It is 1861. On the docks of England, the promise of Christmas seems distant, drowned out by the clinking coins of wartime trade. The distant American Civil War casts its long shadow of prosperity and poverty across the ocean.
But while Liverpool’s merchants thrive the working class suffers. Amidst this bustling backdrop of shady deals and profiteering, Hester Grace, an orphaned young woman, ekes out a living by scavenging the Albert Dock’s treasures.
All the while her heart belongs to Robert Burrows, a dockland baker promised to another’s love.
Hester’s affection remains a well-guarded secret until the fateful night she stumbles upon a treacherous truth that could shatter the man she adores. In a city where power brokers stop at nothing to protect their interests, Hester faces an agonising choice.
Should she bury her feelings and watch Robert walk into danger’s embrace? Or will this humble orphan girl dare to challenge the consuming darkness that threatens them all?
Enter a Christmas saga filled with passion, secrets, and tough moral choices, where love and loyalty collide in the grimy docklands of Victorian England.
A heart-wrenching Christmas romance that will keep you eagerly turning the pages all the way to a tear-jerking happy ever after.
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The Christmas Thief (Snow on the Cobbles – Victorian Christmas Stories)
Jane knows how very lucky she is not to be hungry and desperate this Christmas. She tries to use her luck to help others, but everything is changing, and whether she likes it or not, she is at the very centre of those changes.
Jane has been working for the Berringford Foundation for a long time now. She does good work, and she is passionate about helping people who don’t have enough to eat at Christmas, or on any other day of the year.
But some items have gone missing from wealthy people’s houses, and those same wealthy people appear on a list of potential patrons the charity has approached. Trouble is knocking, and soon everybody’s going to be swept into its path.
Alvin has been tasked with the job of investigating the robberies. It’s not his dream assignment, but he has no choice. He does it begrudgingly up until the moment he meets Jane, at which point he finds an enthusiasm he’d long forgotten.
With Winter in full swing, and Christmas only weeks away, Jane just wants to see to it that everybody is looked after, while Alvin is struggling with the morality of what he must do.
Events, along with their emotions, are spiralling out of their control.
The Christmas Thief is the story of two people brought together by fate, each with their own troubles, worries and secrets. Is this the greatest love either of them will ever know, or should they never have crossed paths at all?
By the time Christmas arrives, neither of them will have any doubt.
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The Orphan Pickpocket’s Christmas: Victorian Romance (Heartwarming Christmas Victorian Saga Romance Book 4)
Previously published as ‘The Pickpocket’s Christmas’ by Weir, Jessica (author). This new PureRead edition contains many wonderfully warm changes and additions.
In the heart of 1875 Victorian London, where the city’s ruthless streets guard the darkest of secrets, two orphaned souls stand defiant in the face of adversity.
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary Christmas journey – a tale of unyielding courage and a love that defies all odds.
As their beloved mother departs from this world, young Emma is burdened by the haunting question of why their father vanished into the shadows. Her quest for answers takes a backseat to the relentless struggle for survival.
What trials must these two young souls endure to survive the Christmas season?
Yet, amidst the biting cold and despair, a chance meeting in the bustling market could hold the key to a brighter future. Has David found a path to their salvation? Are their fortunes finally turning, or is this the very nightmare their mother dreaded?
Prepare to lose yourself in the enchanting world of “The Orphan Pickpocket’s Christmas” – an enthralling Victorian Saga that will captivate fans of heartwarming and wholesome Victorian romance.
Uncover the secrets, face the danger, and embrace the hope in this extraordinary Christmas story of love and survival in the heart of historical London.
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The Desperate Christmas Angel: Victorian Romance (Heartwarming Christmas Victorian Saga Romance Book 3)
Previously published as ‘His Christmas Angel’ by Cornish, Ella (author)
With Christmas fast approaching little does Eliza Thorn realise that her life of toil and danger is about to change forever…
Eking out a living for herself and her family, Eliza busily searches the Norfolk Fens for leeches to sell to the local doctor when fate intervenes, placing Edward Grisham in her path.
Without Eliza’s quick wit, the boggy marshlands would have claimed his life!
In gratitude, Eliza is offered a job as a kitchen maid, away from the dark, frigid waters of the lowland fens.
As they grow, could Edward and Eliza’s connection ever lead to something more than friendship?
In Victorian society where titles dictate destinies, the odds seem stacked against them, especially with Edward’s brother, Martin, scheming to change the course of their lives forever – with dire consequences.
Dive into this heartfelt, page-turning Victorian saga – a beautiful Christmas love story you cannot put down!
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Confessions of a Christmasholic: A festive, Grumpy meets Sunshine Christmas romance for 2023!
Grumpy meets Sunshine in this hilarious festive romcom that will have you wishing for a HEA!
Sutton Alsop hates Christmas. So much so, when confronted with a house that looks like Santa himself vomited Christmas all over it, she accidentally (drunkenly) destroys every fairy light, fake reindeer and candy cane in sight. Unfortunately for Sutton, this house belongs to none other than Gus Langston, single dad and owner of the village’s year-round Christmas shop – aka Mr Christmas himself.
But Mr Christmas has a secret only Sutton knows…
With the two of them forced together for the holidays, the sparks between them are hot enough to melt even the coldest of hearts!
Readers have fallen in love with Confessions of a Christmasholic
‘I finished this in one afternoon (or 2 coffees, a cup of tea and half of a beer).’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This may be my new holiday romcom of choice.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I loved this book and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a cute romcom.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This is a cute, humorous romance tale. Perfect for getting you in the mood for Christmas.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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A Christmas Wedding at the Castle (Life on the Moors Book 5)
It’s Christmastime on the North Yorkshire Moors!Do you believe in fate? Livvie Weatherill does… This time last year, if anyone had told Livvie she’d have fallen in love and would be making plans for her Christmas wedding to Zander Gillespie, she would have laughed in their face. If they’d gone on to say they’d be planning to have their wedding at the imposing Danskelfe Castle, she’d have laughed even louder! But it would seem fate had plans for her…
Since moving to the pretty moorland village of Lytell Stangdale Livvie is happier than she’s ever been. She’s living with Zander and she’s working at her dream job as a wedding dress designer at Romantique with her friends, Kitty and Violet. It’s fair to say, she’s enjoying immersing herself in village life, from romantic walks in the countryside, to meeting friends at the quaint Sunne Inne. And she can’t think of anything better than rounding off the day cosying up with Zander. Life is sweet.
Her blossoming friendship with Freda Easton, the endearing but reclusive elderly lady who lives down the lane, has taken everyone by surprise. But Freda has a secret and, in a turn of events no one could predict, she finds herself grateful for Livvie’s fierce loyalty, cementing their friendship further. Just when things seem to be running smoothly, a face from the past arrives on the doorstep casting a shadow over Livvie’s wedding plans. Adding to the drama, an icy blast of Arctic air brings heavy snowfall to the village, covering the moors in a thick blanket of snow.
Is their love strong enough to withstand the challenges thrown at them? Will they get their magical Christmas wedding?
Join Livvie and Zander – and all the usual characters – for a merry countryside Christmas!
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Regency Romance Collection: Five captivating and utterly enchanting historical Regency romances (Historical Romance Box Sets)
WELCOME TO REGENCY ENGLAND, WHERE THE HEROES ARE DASHING AND THE HEROINES ARE BRAVE AND BEAUTIFUL, BUT TREACHERY AND DANGER LURK AROUND EVERY CORNER . . .⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved it and couldn’t put it down.’ Liz Harris
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fantastic book and beautifully written.’ Sorcha O’Dowd
Relax and escape to a bygone age with these five Regency romance novellas that are brimming with gorgeous historical detail. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton, Georgette Heyer, Adele Clee and Emma Melbourne.
IN THIS GREAT-VALUE FIVE-BOOK BOX SET:
BOOK 1: MARRY IN HASTE
James, Viscount Demarr, is in need of a wife — and quickly. Amelia Ravenscroft is living a life of drudgery in her aunt’s home and is desperate to find a way out. So she boldly suggests a marriage of convenience. But despite their blossoming feelings, James finds himself increasingly suspicious of her past. Will they marry in haste and repent at leisure?BOOK 2: ONCE BITTEN, TWICE SHY
Ianthe Templeton has lived in the shadow of her beautiful twin sister for as long as she can remember. Until she finds herself captivated by the charming Jason Warwycke, Marquess of Wyckeham. But Jason is traumatised by a dreadful first marriage and determined never to wed again . . . Can Ianthe and Jason’s love conquer jealous and scheming family members determined to keep them apart?BOOK 3: DESPERATE REMEDIES
Lexie Holloway has fallen desperately in love with the devastatingly handsome Earl of Synley after a brief encounter at a ball. But she’s heartbroken to learn that he’s already engaged to an incredibly wealthy woman. Years pass and her Earl is never far from her thoughts. And when they reunite, Lexie finds that much has changed — including his marital status. But now his life is in danger, and Lexie may be the only one who can save him . . .BOOK 4: NEVER TOO LATE
Maude was forbidden from marrying the only man she’s ever loved, Luke Hexham. Instead, she was married off to a man she did not care for: his brutish cousin. A few years later and newly widowed, Maude faces an uncertain future, as her survival now depends largely on Luke. He still remembers Maude’s apparent betrayal, but they find it’s never too late for true love. But even years later, there is someone who will stop at nothing to keep them apart . . .BOOK 5: MARRY FOR LOVE
Delilah is heartbroken when her cruel twin sister Deborah sets out to marry Hamish Baillie, the Fourth Earl of Blackwood and the man Delilah has long loved from afar. Delilah makes the ultimate sacrifice to save Hamish and is cast out of her home, he employs her as a housekeeper at his Scottish residence. Love begins to bloom, but Delilah’s scheming twin was never going to let go of the Earl that easily . . .READERS LOVE CHRISTINA COURTENAY’S REGENCY ROMANCES:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A deeply satisfying story and emotionally engaging characters. Christina Courtenay is a favourite author of mine and I think I enjoy her regency-set stories most of all.’ Ketto
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I always enjoy Christina Courtenay’s writing style and this was no exception — I felt transported into the era.’ Sue
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Has all the ingredients I enjoy in a book: romance, adventure and tension.’ Book reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Christina Courtenay never disappoints.’ Doreen
DON’T MISS OUT ON THESE FIVE UTTERLY GORGEOUS HISTORICAL NOVELLAS!
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A Christmas Truce: An utterly addictive, feel-good festive romance to fall in love with this Christmas (Heartwarming, feel-good romances)
A BRAND-NEW, UTTERLY ADDICTIVE FEEL-GOOD FESTIVE GRUMPY/SUNSHINE ROMANCE FOR CHRISTMAS 2023.Photographer Libby just got fired. Again. Then she gets home early to find her boyfriend in bed with another woman. And just like that, her dreams of a Christmas Day proposal are shattered.
Libby lands a new job as a personal assistant to enigmatic businessman Seth Coleman. He’s terse and demanding — it’s no wonder Libby keeps messing up.
Then one day an adorable Golden Retriever puppy is delivered to the house. As Libby helps Seth train Barney, she realizes that there’s a surprisingly sweet side to this CEO . . .
But everything goes wrong when Libby finds out that Seth’s company just bought the community centre where they’ve been training Barney. It’s not only puppy classes, it’s a lifeline for the whole village. Libby is devastated when Seth says it’s ‘just business’. So she packs her bags.
Until disaster strikes and Libby is forced to spend her favourite time of the year with a man who doesn’t even own tinsel. It’s up to Libby to bring some much-needed Christmas spirit. Starting with a truce, since they’re going to be stuck together whether they like it or not.
But Libby might just find magic under the mistletoe after all if she can encourage Seth to open his heart to Christmas . . .
This heartwarming Christmas romance is perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Jenny Colgan, Holly Martin, Teresa F. Morgan, Helen Rolfe and Julie Shackman.
READERS ARE FALLING IN LOVE WITH EMMA BENNET’S UPLIFTING, FEEL-GOOD CHRISTMAS ROMANCE:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is the perfect feel-good read. A lovely love story. I loved the cute puppy Barney.’ Rosamond
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A really cute Christmas-themed novel. I loved the storyline and how a cute dog tied in as well. This would make a great movie as well! Perfect feel-good holiday novel. Highly recommend.’ A reader in the UK
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was such a beautiful and enjoyable read. I loved this book and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys this genre.’ Sophie L.
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