Family Life
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Famous Once: A Short Story
From New York Times bestselling author Jane Green comes an unforgettable tale of redemption and reunion, where the echoes of rock and roll fame and the secrets that came with it lead a mother and daughter back to each other.
Former model Astrid Lane lives a quiet life as a caterer, far from her days as rock star Callum Blake’s famous wife. When a retrospective about the 1970s music scene sparks renewed interest in that era, Astrid’s estranged daughter Zara reaches out about a podcast discussing her father’s career—and a long-buried tragedy that changed their family forever.
After a mysterious break-in at Astrid’s cottage, mother and daughter find themselves drawn into an unexpected collaboration. Through a collection of old recordings and shared memories, they begin piecing together a story that’s far bigger than their family’s past. What they uncover will shake the foundations of rock music history and the powerful people who shaped it.
But amid the investigation, something unexpected blooms. As Astrid and Zara work to unravel decades-old secrets, they find themselves building something they’d both given up on: the chance to be mother and daughter again, this time on their own terms.
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No. 17 Curiosity Lane: Pre-order the 5th instalment of the heartwarming Puffin Island series, from the bestselling author of Love Heart Lane
‘Full of warmth, fun and feel-good factor’ #1 Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde
We regret to inform you of the passing of your great-aunt, Matilda Hartley. As the sole beneficiary of her estate, you have inherited her business, The Olde Curiosity Shop, at no.17 Curiosity Lane, Puffin Island.
Journalist Fern Talbot’s plan is to get in, sell the inheritance left to her by a woman she never knew, and get out. But then the shop’s lodger, Daniel, turns out to be her meet-cute from the train ride out, a mystery wrapped in a vintage wedding dress is dropped in Fern’s lap, and Puffin Island quickly captures this devoted city girl’s heart.
Fern thought she knew exactly what she wanted, until she discovered what she never knew she needed…
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The First Time I Saw Him: The unputdownable sequel to the bestselling The Last Thing He Told Me – now a blockbuster Apple TV+ show
The long-awaited follow-up to the global bestselling The Last Thing He Told Me, soon to be a major series on Apple TV+ (coming 2026).
‘A master storyteller’ HARLAN COBEN
‘Action-packed and deeply felt, this sequel is every bit as incredible as The Last Thing He Told Me’ MARY KUBICA——
Five years after her husband, Owen, disappeared, Hannah Hall and her stepdaughter, Bailey, have settled into a new life in Southern California. Together, they’ve forged a relationship with Bailey’s grandfather Nicholas and are putting the past behind them.
But when Owen shows up at Hannah’s new exhibition, she knows that she and Bailey are in danger again.
Hannah and Bailey are forced to go on the run in a relentless race to keep their past from catching up with them. As a thrilling drama unfolds, Hannah risks everything to get Bailey to safety – and finds there just might be a way back to Owen and their long-awaited second chance.
Acclaimed author Laura Dave is back with an adrenalin-fuelled thriller you will never want to end. The gripping follow-up to the global bestseller, The Last Thing He Told Me.
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Readers are loving The First Time I Saw Him:
‘Amazing! Thrilling! I was HOOKED’ 5-star reader review‘It’s gripping, twisty, exhilarating, and utterly unputdownable. Five blazing stars from me!’ 5-star reader review
‘Absolutely incredible’ 5-star reader review
‘Wow, I couldn’t put this book down!’ 5-star reader review
‘Oh my word. This much-anticipated book is everything I had hoped for and more’ 5-star reader review
‘This book has fantastic pacing and will keep you up all night’ 5-star reader review
‘Pure adrenaline’ 5-star reader review
‘A truly gripping psychological thriller!’ 5-star reader review
‘One of the best books I have read this year’ 5-star reader review
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The Widows’ Book Club: A BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud story of friendship, fun and second chances from Julia Jarman for 2026
Preorder the BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud, feel-good read for ladies of a certain age! 👓 📚🍷
‘Uplifting, funny, poignant, resonant, this is a pacy tale of friendship, frolics and solidarity.’ Judy Leigh
Welcome to the Widows’ Book Club, where the wine flows freely and the gossip is irresistible…
Janet, Viv and Zelda’s monthly meet-ups have been a safe haven over the past few years: a chance to share life’s ups and downs and laugh their way through widowhood with a glass of wine in hand. But when Janet’s old flame Lewis walks back into her life – still charming, still handsome, and still very much married to his formidable wife Christobel – the widows find themselves caught up in unexpected drama.
Keen to show they are as cultured as Lewis and Christobel’s other friends, Janet fibs that the widows have a book club. So they set one up. But when Christobel demands she join and then promptly starts to take over, real life becomes much messier (and more exciting) than fiction…
What will this next chapter bring for them all?
A warm and witty tale of friendship, rivalry, love and second chances – perfect for anyone who knows a book club is about so much more than just the books!
Praise for Julia Jarman:
‘This is a book that made me laugh, it put a lump in my throat and most of all gave me hope that I’ll still be drinking wine and laughing with my friends for many years to come. A joyous romp of a read.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
‘Full of laugh-out-loud moments and unexpected twists. I can’t wait to read the next one!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
‘This is the nicest, happiest, saddest most unputdownable book that I have read since…… Since forever!!!! Absolutely lovely!!!!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
‘Loved loved this book- so enjoyed the relationships of all the characters a real page turner, with some unexpected twist and turns. An excellent book would highly recommend this it will bring a smile to your face.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
‘A cracking fun read. Loved every page. The characters fascinating. Poignant and found it very moving. Strongly recommend!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
‘Julia Jarman has an original entertaining style that makes you want to read on.’ Katie Fforde
‘What a tonic! Julia Jarman’s books should be bottled and handed out on the NHS.’ Judy Leigh
‘Julia’s writing is a sparkling delight.’ Sophie Hannah
‘Full of humanity, heartache and humour. I loved it!’ Adèle Geras
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