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What Happens on the Night Shift... Helicopter paramedic Tama James isn't afraid of hard work, danger or putting his patients first. And he expects nothing less from his team. But when his newest recruit arrives, the bubbly and beautiful Mikayla Elliot, he's unimpressed to discover she didn't earn her place. She's the superior's daughter. So, he'll make it is mission to show her just how tough the job really is!However, Qualified doctor Mikayla is determined to prove everyone wrong. Starting with Tama whose smile is irresistible and infuriatingly arrogant! But neither expected the added distraction of the chemistry catching fire between them. Can they ignore it long enough to keep things professional?

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A Life changing confession... Single mum and Paramedic Fiona Murchison has made it her mission to protect her little boy. Her husband was a daredevil, a risk taker, with his life played out in front of the camera. But when he died, she vowed to keep her son away from the glare of the world's media. Now her quiet and content life is about to come crashing down around her with the arrival of a new doctor in town... Dr Nick hasn't seen Fi in years, and is as shocked as she is that their paths have crossed again. But he's more surprised by the little boy at her side, whose eyes are strangely familiar. Confessing her four year secret, Nick sees there is more to Fi than he expected. He promises to be there for his nephew as if he was his own. What he hadn't counted on was his growing feelings for Fi which he knows she feels too...

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'When did you become aware something was wrong?' 'When the screaming began...' Harriet White is no stranger to odd correspondence. Ensconced in the basement of the Baker Street building society, her job is to reply to the mail they receive on behalf of Sherlock Holmes. But while letters to the fictional sleuth may be plentiful, telegrams are rare, and so when she receives one describing the grave situation of celebrated author Philip St John, her interest is piqued. The writer describes St John as being consumed by terror, seeing ghostly apparitions on the fens, and only at ease in the company of his loyal wolfhound.Before long, Harry finds herself in Cambridgeshire under the guise of being Holmes' assistant. The residents of Thurmwell Manor believe their master is cursed. Harry is sure there must be a logical explanation, but inside the echoey halls of the grand gothic house, her confidence in science and reason begin to crumble... Can Harry solve the mystery before the fens claim their next victim? Join Harriet White in 1930's London for another glorious Sherlock Holmes-inspired mystery, for fans of Nita Prose and Janice Hallett. Readers LOVE the Baker Street Mysteries: 'Honestly I couldn't find one bad thing to say about this book! I'm a new fan for sure!' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'The Missing Maid is a delightful book. I loved Harry. She's warm, funny, sassy and brave. I'm very much looking forward to reading what Holly brings us next in this series.' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This is such a clever idea for a cozy mystery series! I love Harry and the twisty plot of this book. Can't wait for the next book!' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I really enjoyed this cozy mystery because it is at the intersection between cozy mystery and historical fiction and it is simply brilliant. Hepburn weaves a strong plotline and Harry shines throughout. A real pleasure to read.' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I am definitely a Sherlock Holmes fan, so the premise of this story got my attention immediately, but it was the writing, characters and the new story perspective that firmly held it.' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I loved everything about this historical cozy. Harry is a wonderful character. She's clever, independent and kind. The mystery of the missing maid kept me entertained throughout. The pacey drama and easy-to-read style meant that I devoured this book in one day.' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'This was my first exposure to the agile and creative scribblings of Holly Hepburn and I found her writing style to be smooth, immersive, and easy to follow, with issues and scenarios true to the period. I adored her conjured characters and look forward to more of these adventures.' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'The witty and whip-smart novel is refreshing and fabulous. Talk about an excellent start to a new series, one I genuinely look forward to. Holmes' fans especially ought to enjoy this. Loved the story and the characters with a few unexpected bumps along the way. Loved this book and can't wait for the next one!' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I absolutely loved this exciting and entertaining debut into cozy crime from a favourite author. I hope this is the start of a series and can't wait to see what Harry gets up to next!' Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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A totally unputdownable second-chance romance - characters with an unbeatable chemistry and a gorgeous HEA! It's hard to stay professional when you're stuck on a tiny island... with your ex Carrie Briggs is on the cusp of a career breakthrough. About to be made partner at her accountancy firm, she's been given one more hoop to jump through before it can be made official. And she could think of worse clients to work with - because world-renowned billionaire Joe Hettich is flying her out to his private island in the Caribbean. But her hopes of career highs (and relaxing in the gorgeous sun in her spare time, of course!) are dashed when she meets the CFO of Joe's company: Luke Chalmers, the man who broke her heart seven years ago when he chose his ex over her. With a storm brewing in paradise - both in her heart and literally, on the island - she's going to have to put her big girl pants on and get through this, before all those feelings have a chance to resurface... A sun-filled and heartwarming romance, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Christina Lauren. Praise for Laura Carter: 'This has been one of my favorite reads of 2024. So much that I devoured it in less than 24 hours.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'This book has everything you'd want in a romance. I couldn't put it down. The chemistry & banter between the characters is perfect! Highly recommend.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'What a breath of fresh air this book is! A perfect, playful escape. A fun, fast read that will have you rooting for main characters Abbey and Ted.' Samantha Tonge 'A brilliant rom-com you'll fall in love with' Mandy Baggot 'If you love a story about fake dating or a romance book that doesn't have too much spice in it, then this book is for you!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'Absolutely love this book! It was so well written and had me swiping to the next page on my Kindle!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'I'm immersed and invested. 5 stars, absolutely recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'what a story, I absolutely loved it and just couldn't put it down.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'Great characters, fun story and a HEA! What more can you ask for?' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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Preorder the BRAND NEW heartfelt book club pick from bestseller Debbie Howells Two people are about to take off on a journey that could change their whole lives... As the plane surges up into the clouds, Stevie finds herself clutching the hand of the stranger sitting in the seat next to her.It is a moment that will change everything. But Ned is heading to see his dying mother, and Stevie is returning to France to escape a terrible loss in her past. Neither of them can think about that tiny flame that just flickered between them. But then their paths keep crossing, leading them both to the same beautiful community garden in a small French village; run by a mysterious old man named Zeke - a man with many of his own secrets.As it becomes clear that fate is going to keep bringing them together - the two of them have to ask - are they ready for a happy-ever-after? Do they even know how to find it? As the seeds grow into plants and flowers all around them, Stevie begins to wonders if Zeke - and his garden - might just have the answers... The Making Of Us is a heart-warming, uplifting novel about love, heartbreak, and living your truest life. Perfect for fans of Lucy Diamond, Beth Moran, and Nicholas Sparks. Readers love Debbie Howells: 'Wow... this book. It's very rare that a book captivates me from the first few pages alone, but this one definitely did. This was so beautifully written and so well thought out. I flew through it. It's a raw story of friendship, love, grief, and so much more... Incredible.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A massive WOW!... An emotional journey of heartbreak, grief and loss... A powerful, magical and quite simply beautiful read... You will lose your heart to this wonderfully touching and bittersweet tale.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Oh boy! It's poignant, it's raw, it's blooming emotional. Tissues at the ready... We don't know what may be around the corner... A stunning read, one that took my breath away. Very highly recommended.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A beautifully written tearjerker, and worth every single one of my tears! I'm not prone to getting sentimental, so that's saying a lot... It was sad and heartbreaking, but there was beauty... [It] reminds us of the power of love and what it can do... A five-star experience!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A book that made me cry so much... about acceptance of loss and death... about soulmates and friendship. I loved it.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Wallflower at risk of ruin... Secret femme-fatale in training Millicent Whittenburg needs to escape her unpleasant betrothal. Taking matters into her own hands, she plans her eventual ruin! Then she can disappear from society to carry out the Queen's deadly missions. Step 1: seduce the one man who despises marriage more than her!However, she hugely underestimates her target. Major General Beaufort Drake. Fearsome private investigator, he's notoriously cold and visibly battle scarred. But Millie's scandalously public kiss awakens a deeply suppressed desire in Drake. Instead of allowing them both to succumb to shame he does the unthinkable, and offers for her hand in a convenient marriage.Nothing prepares them for the fireworks when a fearless damsel collides with a dangerous Major General! And as their secret missions align they face their hardest test on the glittering battlefield - a week long wedding house party where there is nowhere to escape...only new and wicked lessons to be learnt!

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Preorder the start in a BRAND NEW cosy mystery series from Debbie Young A picturesque village. A quaint highstreet... And a murder to solve. Alice's new life is off to a deadly start.When Alice Carroll steps into Curiosity Cottage, a picture-perfect former bric-a-brac shop in the Cotswold Village of Little Pride, she thinks she's found the perfect place to start the new phase of her life. Freshly separated from her collector long-term boyfriend, she's excited to embrace her new, minimalist existence. All Alice needs to do is sell off the left-behind stock, and settle in. But the villagers of Little Pride have other ideas, and Alice quickly realises they won't give up their beloved shop without a fight.Then a dead body is found buried in her neighbour's compost heap, and Alice realises there's much more to Little Pride, and its residents, than meets the eye. Head for the Cotswolds in this delightful new cozy mystery series, perfect for fans of Fiona Leitch, Faith Martin and Agatha Christie. Readers LOVE Debbie Young's delightful mysteries: 'A cracking example of cozy crime!' Bestselling author Katie Fforde 'A warm page turner that puts the cosy into cosy mystery!' Bestselling author T.A. Williams 'Warm and cosy' Bestselling author Michelle Salter 'A wonderfully crafted cosy murder. Agatha Raisin fans will love this!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I would have given this a 6 if I could have!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a really good read; well written, humorous, with endearing characters and intriguing plot!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An excellent book!' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'My first Debbie Young Book, but it certainly won't be the last.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The 1st book in a new Cozy Mystery series set in a very English village, if the rest of the series is as good as this book then I'll not be disappointed.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolutely wonderful, and entertaining book. Lots of compelling characters and real insights into life in a small English village.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fabulous start to a lovely cozy mystery series.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This book was so much fun. I feel that I know each character and the village.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Pre-Order the Brand NEW book from bestselling author Lizzie Lane's Cottage Hospital series Times are changing as secrets unfold... Somerset, 1931 Doctor Frances Brakespeare continues to settle into her new life in rural Somerset at Orchard Cottage Hospital, striving to improve the medical treatments on offer to the community. After successfully establishing a mother and baby clinic, Frances is determined to move with the times and add family planning advice to her roster - but are the residents of Norton Dene ready for such progress or will she face opposition? In her personal life, her relationship with the Reverend Gregory Sampson becomes her safe haven whilst battling with an embittered family relative in London. As always, Frances strives to honour the values inherited from her late benefactress Izzy Brakespeare. As further dark family secrets and sins unfold, it seems the Brakespeare family name will have more resonance to Frances than she ever imagined and when a stranger enters her life, Frances may finally have the answers she has always sought.Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Fenella Miller and Patricia McBride. If you love this, try Lizzie's Tobacco Girls and Coronation Close series Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'An absorbing and fascinating read that kept me turning the pages until the early hours. Simply wonderful.' - Tracy Baines 'What a fantastic, unforgettable new series by the fabulous Lizzie Lane. I loved it!' - AnneMarie Brear 'Lizzie Lane has done it again! Fantastic writing, beautifully drawn characters and wonderful plotlines! What's not to love?' - Rachel Brimble 'A gripping saga and a storyline that will keep you hooked' - Rosie Goodwin 'A heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans' - Jean Fullerton 'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane' - Fenella J Miller 'I thoroughly enjoyed reading 'A New Doctor At Orchard Cottage Hospital' and I wholeheartedly recommend this book to other readers. I will certainly be reading more of Lizzie's work in the future' - Ginger Book Geek 'Such a delight to read and by the end I felt invested in every character. Strong women and gorgeous men, combined with some brilliantly written baddies made it a perfect read. I'll be eagerly waiting for the next instalment' - Reader Review 'This is a heartwarming read, with some endearing characters (and some not so!) and in such an idyllic setting, I could completely visualise the setting' - Reader Review '😄 i didn't want it to end I'm hoping there would be a follow on as I'd like to find out more' - Reader Review

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Preorder the BRAND NEW getaway novel from the BESTSELLING author of The Bordeaux Book Club, Gillian Harvey Everyone's story has some magic. You just have to turn the page to find it... As the sun rises over the little Provence village where single mother Adeline has escaped with her little girl Lili, she breathes deeply. This is their new beginning. Here, she can forget the lies her family told her. Here, she can start her story again. Later she opens the door to the town's tiny bookstore, where she is to work, ready to meet the mysterious owner Monique for the first time.She expected an ordinary bookshop. But this bookstore feels somehow different... magical. Breathing in the smell of books, she feels a jolt of something. It feels like a new chapter beginning. As she gets to know the villagers - including the handsome Andre and friendly Michel - she starts to believe in the magic of this new start. But can a runaway like Adeline ever find what she's looking for? Or is a happy-ever-after just another fiction? A totally gorgeous, escapist, romantic novel - set in rural Provence - by the bestselling author of A Year at the French Farmhouse and The Bordeaux Bookclub. Readers love Gillian Harvey: 'Gorgeously atmospheric and wise' Linda McEvoy, author of The Christmas Market. 'An uplifting, heartwarming, escapist novel to be read with a DO NOT DISTURB sign, because once you start that very first page, you are not going to want to put it down.' Kim Nash, author 'Irresistible! Sparkles with warmth, wit and compassion. A treat from start to finish!' Nicola Gill, author 'Wonderfully warm and enchanting... With empathy, insight, and humour... Will delight readers seeking their own escape.' Natalie Jenner, author 'Just wonderful!... In one of the chapters, I cried my way through the whole of it... just so moving and meaningful... [But] this book is also funny and had me giggling and smiling at certain things that happen... This has been the perfect book, in the perfect setting, with perfect characters.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The entertainment, the friendships, the drama, the laughs, a book that transports you to the South of France = A Great Summer Read!... Fun, entertaining and enjoyable... I'm all in!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A joy... Honestly, I loved this story so much. It is filled with hope, and there are emotional moments as well.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Such a great, escapist read!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Gillian Harvey's books are the ultimate treat... Funny, witty, emotional, endearing... Her books are everything!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Would you swap houses with a family of strangers? The price you pay might be greater than you think... Sophie and Andrew are looking for relief from the daily grind - if not each other - so when a friend puts them in touch with William and Beth, newlyweds looking to swap houses for the summer, it sounds like a great idea. They find themselves in a stylish Connecticut home, while William and Beth take over their lived-in family house in London. The weeks away work an unexpected magic for Sophie, who begins to find a sense of happiness, but Beth has no such luck and grows increasingly miserable.The two marriages - one crushed by the weight of years, one shiny and new - slide into reverse. And what was meant to be a great summer adventure begins to have dramatic consequences none of them could have foreseen... and all are powerless to stop. What readers are saying about Amanda Brookfield: 'Amanda Brookfield really writes compelling stories that are thought provoking and look deeply at relationships and the emotions in them.' 'This is a wonderful character driven novel. The circumstances and emotions the characters have to deal with, throughout the most pivotal times of their lives are described in a raw and relatable way.' 'Amanda certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one hell of a read!' 'I've loved all Amanda Brookfield's books and this latest one was excellent too. She writes so well, with insight and natural dialogue.' Praise for Amanda Brookfield: 'An engaging, emotionally-charged and intriguing story' Michelle Gorman 'No one gets to the heart of human relationships quite so perceptively as Brookfield.' The Mirror 'Unputdownable. Perceptive. Poignant. I loved it.' bestselling author Patricia Scanlan on Before I Knew You 'If Joanna Trollope is the queen of the Aga Saga, then Amanda Brookfield must be a strong contender for princess.' Oxford Times

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What happens when a moviestar and an heiress, both traveling incognito, have a one-night stand? Johnny, aka Felix Jones, is Hollywood's go-to action star. About to film his first romantic comedy, he's looking to change his image and show he's more than just a six pack with pithy one-liners. But off screen, he's got a reputation for other things too, and not all of them are good. Anne, aka Elizabeth Moore was, until a year ago, heiress to one of New York's biggest business dynasties. Blindsided at the discovery that she is not, in fact, the daughter of the man who raised her, Liz has spent the past year on a journey of self-discovery. Her most recent discovery? Southern Texas is hot. The weather, the food and the men. And temperatures do nothing but rise when 'Anne' sits next to 'Johnny' at the bar. Add in a trip to the ER, a hairless cat, and a NASA movie set, and things get even spicier. Never mind that Felix has plenty of complications in his life, and the last thing Liz needs is more drama. In fact, when it comes to one-night stands, anyone but the superstar would be better... Readers LOVE Sara L. Hudson's steamy rom coms: 'This was a great romcom read! It was funny, spicy and had moments that gave you all the feels!' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Laugh-out-loud funny and guaranteed to put you in the best mood. Felix Jones and Liz Moore had one of the best "meet cutes" I have ever read, and the book only gets better from there.' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'A cut above the usual - entertaining, delightful, funny, simmering, steamy, and everything a good romcom should be. Solid characters, secrets, family issues, snark, astronauts, finding what is really important - and yes, a sphynx steals the show. A fun read, I may read it again just because ...' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Fans of the genre will love this book. While part of a series, this is a stand alone novel, however it's so good that you really owe it to yourself to read them all. I wish i could give this book more than 5 stars...' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I love this book! This is a sexy sweet hilarious story that had me swooning gigging.'' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Loved, loved, loved.' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I was laughing out loud often or crying from trying to hold my laughter in.' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'The story's complexity, the character growth and the humor in this book is going to stick with me for a long time. If you want a laugh out loud, sweet, sexy, complex romcom, do yourself a favor and read this ASAP!' Reader review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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A spellbinding novel from the bestselling author of No.23 Burlington Square, Jenni Keer 'There are a lot of shadows at Ravenswood, so you will need to be strong...' The year is 1885 and a young woman is on the run, knowing if she's caught, she'll be hanged for murder. Moments from a safe haven, she collides with a gruff stranger, falling and breaking her ankle.To her surprise, the man - Marcus Greybourne - convinces the local constable that she is his reclusive wife of ten years, Luna. He carries her back to the neglected and crumbling Ravenswood Hall, promising if she agrees to maintain this charade, he will keep her safe until her injuries have healed. But the house is haunted by shadows and secrets. What's more, the real Luna Greybourne is missing, without trace. Scratches and marks made by her around the house suggest witchcraft; and indeed Luna is known locally as the Ravenswood Witch; her reputation in tatters, like the wallpapers of the padlocked rooms she'd destroyed. As strange happenings in the house continue, outside the screech of a raven echoes across oppressive woods that seem alive with dark magic. And the woman who is now pretending to be Luna can't help but fear she's escaped the noose for a far more terrible fate... A completely compelling and unforgettable historical bookclub read - fans of Jane Eyre, Weyward and The Binding will be utterly spellbound. Readers love Jenni Keer: 'Atmospheric, gothic and wonderfully dark. This spellbinding novel is full of clever magical twists which kept me guessing to the last page!' Clare Marchant 'To sum this book up in one word... Absobloodymazing!!!... I am in love with the way [the author] writes historical fiction, timeslips, mysteries and romance all in one book. She really is clever, the way she hides her clues throughout the book and gives her readers so many 'aha' moments throughout. The sheer amount of twists leaves you feeling seasick in the best possible way.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fantastic read!... The puzzle, once solved, is staggering... I'd recommend this to anyone who loves historical fiction with a mystery and a dash of the unexplainable thrown in. Brilliant imagination!!!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow! I loved this! It's such a clever book, beautifully written with such wonderful detail and amazing characters. I give this a very rare 10 out of 10 and will be adding Jenni Keer to my list of authors I must read everything they ever write. Superb!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow!!... It's like no other book that I have read, it's unique and clever and I enjoyed every single page!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Creative, unusual and brilliant! This book is nothing like anything else I've read and I loved it!... Wonderful!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I was hooked from the first page... It seemed to get into my head and when I wasn't reading it, I was thinking about it. Highly recommend.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved this book!!!... I didn't see what was coming... I was enthralled.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I cannot tell you have much I loved this book. I was totally captivated... I devoured it in a day.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I couldn't let this one go... These characters are all so superbly drawn. They feel real, like they might jump out of the pages of the book and wrap their arms around you... Quite simply, had me enthralled.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Paris, 1942: Two sisters in Paris had their lives torn apart. Now they must choose - save themselves, or fight the Nazis to the very end...I'd given up everything to fight for the Resistance. But nothing prepared me for discovering my sister was a traitor. Kept by a Nazi SS officer, outwardly she barely resembles my beloved Justine anymore.But I guessed her secret. About her beautiful, fragile little child. The baby she'll do anything to protect. And I believe that deep down she still knows what is right.As the Nazis threaten everything we ever held dear, I know I have one chance. I must convince her to betray the evil she seems to have chosen. I need her to find her true self once more.Because I need her to join the fight...Could you choose your country - and what is right - over the person you once loved more than anyone in the world?Unmissable, heartbreaking, gripping WW2 fiction, perfect for fans of Soraya M. Lane, Ellie Midwood and Jean Grainger. Readers love Jina Bacarr:"My heart was torn to shreds... This is one powerful, gut-wrenching, soul-shattering novel that would make any woman cry... My own heart felt pierced to the core... Like nothing else I have read... Magnificent." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Hard-hitting and heart-breaking, this is truly an excellent novel." NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Wow what a book! From the very first page I was totally hooked... A rollercoaster of a ride of heartbreak and bravery... An absolutely gripping, powerful story that I won't forget anytime soon." NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Wow! I was blown away by the magnitude of this novel. It is exceptional on so many levels. It is hard to know where to begin in singing its praises... A gripping, heart wrenching story of chaos, sacrifice and courage... A must-read for historical fiction lovers" Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"This powerful heartbreaking story is one that will stay with me for a long time... Amazingly vivid...I was taken on a rollercoaster of emotions from heartbreak to joy and anger to excitement and a whole lot more. I hate what people had to face but I love their determination, bravery and courage... There aren't enough stars in the world to rate this book." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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An emotional tearjerker! The page-turning, heartbreaking novel of love, motherhood and what it takes to overcome tragedy, from the bestselling author of The Last Days of Us.Emily is back in Ireland after nine long years away from home, when she sees him. Her ex-husband, Rob, holding hands with a five-year-old girl. A girl that should be hers.Over a decade before, Emily and Rob were in love and happily married. Then tragedy struck and Emily moved to New Zealand to get away. Now, returning to Dublin nearly a decade later for her mother's funeral, she finds herself face-to-face with her past. The man she loved has a daughter, beautiful little Molly, and Emily's heart breaks yet again for everything that could have - should have - been.But Rob and Molly's lives aren't without their own misfortunes.Could a second chance at family heal all their broken hearts?Caroline Finnerty's beautifully tender and poignant new novel is guaranteed to make you smile but also make you cry. Perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse, Emma Robinson and Alison Ragsdale.Praise for Caroline Finnerty:'A book that will break your heart and then piece it slowly back together.' Sinead Moriarty'Touching and poignant, this book took me on an emotional ride. A gripping and absorbing read.' Leah Mercer

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An utterly breathtaking historical novel, perfect for fans of Kristin HannahWas she incredibly brave or incredibly stupid? Neither. Just a bookshop girl doing what she could against her country's oppressors.The banned books club was only the beginning; a place for the women of Prague to come together and share the tales the Germans wanted to silence.For bookshop owner, Jana, doing the right thing was never a question. So when opportunity comes to help the resistance, she offers herself - and her bookshop. Using her window displays as covert signals and hiding secret codes in book marks, she'll do all in her power to help.But the arrival of two people in her bookshop will change everything: a young Jewish boy with nowhere else to turn, and a fascist police captain Jana can't read at all. In a time where secrets are currency and stories can be fatal, will she know who to trust?A heart-wrenching and powerful story of courage, tenacity and love. Fans of Suzanne Goldring, Mandy Robotham and Debbie Rix will devour this unforgettable novel.'A wonderful story with the healing power of books at its heart, this inspiring and compelling novel kept me turning the pages late into the night. Steeped in fascinating historical detail, and packed with compassion, I didn't want The Last Bookshop in Prague to end.' Kate StoreyPraise for Helen Parusel:'This debut shines a light on a little known, but no less vital, corner of the war - events we should all know about. Fascinating.' Mandy Robotham'The story is poignant and compelling - and what an ending: wow! ... A brilliant story with a powerful message. I wholeheartedly recommend it.' Gill Thompson'This novel is a true page turner, as well as being a heart-wrenching, emotional story of one of the darkest chapters of history ...first class research and captivating story-telling!' Louise Fein'Pacy, twisty and emotional... a beautiful page-turner ... I highly recommended it.' Amanda Geard'The layers of deception Laila encounters at the Lebensborn home were masterfully done and had me glued to the pages. A powerful debut, and a must-read for fans of historical fiction.' Andie Newton'Atmospheric and gripping.' Jacquie Bloese'A heartbreaking tale of love, loss and overwhelming courage. I was captivated, and couldn't turn the pages fast enough.' Siobhan Daiko'The compelling story of Laila - a woman of great hope and courage - who showed how love, loyalty and compassion can endure despite the evils of war.' Catherine Law

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'A hilarious romp that I just couldn't put down.' Katy BrentA sharp, funny and deliciously dark thriller that fans of Katy Brent, Bella Mackie or Killing Eve will love.When your boss is at a conference in a city where there's a suspicious death, it's unlucky.If it happens twice, it's odd.But when she's in the same city at the same time as a third unexplained death . . .Could she be a stone-cold killer?Millie's always known her boss Freya is a psycho - the demanding and ever-changing coffee orders, the cryptic instructions, the apparently expected mind reading and don't even start on the insistence that Millie wears heels . . . All. The. Time.But it only extends as far as exacting office standards. Right?As Freya's assistant, Millie has privileged access to her diary and travel history and when a pattern emerges of men (who seem to have no connection to each other) dying in cities where Freya is travelling, Millie is determined to figure out what's going on.After all, a stone-cold killer could be exactly what Millie needs . . .Readers are loving How to Slay at Work:'A hilarious romp that I just couldn't put down. Bonner's newest novel had me absolutely howling with her murderous boss. If Miranda Priestly went on a killing spree it would look like this. Just brilliant.' Katy Brent, author of How To Kill Men and Get Away With ItPraise for Sarah Bonner:'Brilliantly twisty and thoroughly entertaining.' T.M. Logan, bestselling author of The Holiday'A perfect thriller, we read this in one sitting.' Closer'A wonderfully twisty, and twisted, thriller that will have you up until the early hours, and with an ending that you will NOT see coming. Brilliant.' SJ Watson, bestselling author of Before I Go To Sleep'Captivating.' Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal'Constant twists, turns and delicious backstabbing betrayals.' Culturefly'A twisted tale I could not have loved more.' Natasha Harding, The Sun

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A heartbreaking story of motherhood and the everlasting bond between mother and daughter - perfect for those who love Jodi Picoult!I found you because I wanted to tell you. Jack is with someone else. He's got no intention of sending for you or the kiddie or seeing you ever again. Don't try to contact him, you'll never find him.All it takes is one message for Gemma's life to fall apart. A confirmation of all she's feared these last few months. Jack was supposed to be preparing for their new start in Australia, building their home, building their life together. And now this. Gone. Without a trace. Leaving their perfect world - all that their two-year-old daughter, Poppy, knows and cherishes - shattered.Crystal comes into Gemma's life at the opportune moment. This new friend, who's been through it before, who knows how it feels for all of your hopes and dreams to suddenly implode, who wants to help, who will do anything...Crystal loves Poppy. And Poppy loves Crystal. The minute they meet it's as if all of the heartbreak over her dad leaving dissipates. Poppy feels whole again. And in a way, so does Gemma.But what starts as a small kernel of jealousy soon grows into a larger sense of unease. Who is this woman who's so obsessed with her daughter? And why does it feel like there's something she's not telling her?A powerful and emotional women's fiction novel about motherhood, friendship and just how far we're willing to go for the ones we love, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Emma Robinson and Kate Hewitt.Praise for Sheila Norton:'A well-crafted and brilliantly suspenseful novel that kept me guessing until the end.' Jo Bartlett'Loved this book!!!!!... Addictive. There was no way I was putting it down, I literally started reading the book around 10am and couldn't put it down until around 4am. Hahaha I'm so glad it was the weekend!!!!... I definitely recommend it!!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A breathtaking novel about motherhood... I felt angst, tension, compassion, empathy, surprise and suspicion.... Do not miss this novel, especially if you enjoy reading about families and their realistic struggles and moments of joy.... Grabbed my heart... Phenomenally emotive.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A masterpiece story of a family finding their way... Hit all the feels for me and I was invested in the story from the beginning to the brilliant end. My emotions ran wild throughout this story and I would love to see this become a Netflix hit.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A remarkable tale depicting a family's journey through the complexities of emotional challenges. Norton's storytelling kept engrossed me from start to finish, leaving a lasting impact... Truly captivating.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A really great read. I really enjoyed this story... Beautifully written and a mother's love for her children shines throughout the book as Jess struggles to make a home for them all and keep them safe.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'I LOVED this book. I was so drawn in by the weird dynamics between Jess and the neighbours.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

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Is it all over for the Seaside Girls?Will the war put a stop to the Seaside Girls?Cleethorpes, September 1940It's all change for the Seaside Girls... Singer Jessie Delaney has finally got her big break in London's West End and is determined to make the most of her golden opportunity, even with the start of the Blitz.Lonely, and lacking the guidance of friends and family, Jessie hopes that seasoned performer Adele Bailey will help her find her feet. But, when fame beckons friendships are tested and loyalties are divided.Ginny Thompson returns home to Sheffield to care for her sick but abusive father. Will she survive the wrath of her father and the blitz and return to her passion of entertaining the troops on the stage?Meanwhile, back in Cleethorpes Frances Randolph is busy running the Palace Theatre whilst her husband serves his King and Country wondering if her life in the spotlight is over forever.Will Jessie make the right choices as she navigates her way to the top - and can Ginny and Frances find their way back to the limelight?A gritty and heart-warming saga perfect for readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes.If you love the Seaside Girls - try Tracy's other series The Dockyard GirlsPraise for Tracy Baines:'Brilliant brilliant a brilliant read I really enjoyed it from start to finish I caring wait for the next one Tracey Baines you are one amazing storyteller. Thank you for this great series' - Reader Review'Great story. I was right there from the first page and carried beautifully to the end. Couldn't put it down from one drama to another. Loved it!' - Reader Review'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite'. - Rosie Clarke'Brilliant and gripping storyline. Couldn't put the books down. Cant wait to read more of Tracy Baines, and hopefully more stories like these'- Reader Review'Brilliant book. Great story , can't wait to continue reading next one, few sad bits but you know it's going to come good' - Reader Review'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime theatre. I highly recommend this book.' - Fenella J Miller'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' - Sheila Riley'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it...' - Elaine Roberts'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' - Maisie Thomas

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A dreamy, escapist romance from Alison RobertsShe came to Provence in the hope of a fresh start, she never expected she would fall in love and find herself along the way.Inheriting an old stone house in Provence, along with her sisters is the catalyst Ellie Gilchrist needs to put some distance between her and her grief. But when she arrives at the run down 'La Masionette' hidden amongst overgrown lavender and ivy, she wonders if she's made a mistake?That is until she meets her guarded neighbour Julien and his adorable little boy, and she's surprised by the flutters of excitement she never thought she'd feel again. Add in rescuing a stray dog and she has the much needed distraction she needs. Ellie decides to stay temporarily and work on bringing the little house back to life again. If only she can ignore the fireworks that explode every time she's around Julien. They both have hearts they want to protect, but a little temporary affaire can't be too dangerous, especially when Ellie has stated she will be leaving after the last summer market of the season. But something in the alchemy of what she discovers in this part of France seems to be casting an irresistible spell making it difficult to walk away.

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You've heard of the Afterlife. Welcome to the Beforelife.There are four of us: Samuel, Lucy, Thomas, and me - Eliza.We came into being the day Becca Valentine was born. We've been by her side ever since. What she doesn't know yet, is that one day she might become our mother.Then two men come into her life. Both seeking her heart. And then we realise: everything rests on Becca's love story. Because one of the men is Lucy and Thomas's father. And the other is mine and Samuel's. And there's simply no way we can all be born.We all want her to make the right choice. We all want to be born. To hold her hand one day. To feel her stroke our hair. To call her our mother.Then we discover there is something we can do. We can change Fate. But we only have a single chance each. How would you make sure you were born? And what if doing that isn't what's best for the person you already love the most in the world - your mother? Readers love Laura Pearson:'Even when I couldn't see properly as the tears streamed down my face rivalling the force of the Niagara Falls, I couldn't put this novel down. It is raw, it is devastating (yes, I'm aware I've used that word before but it is!) and yet, it's wonderful and I absolutely loved it!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Heartbreaking, uplifting, eye opening... Such a beautiful story.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Will break and melt your heart in equal measure. A genuinely stunning read!... Absolutely EXQUISITE... A powerful story about friendship, found family, lost love, identity, self-acceptance and living life authentically and to its fullest... A beautiful story that will never leave me.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Wow... amazing... Straight away it captures your heart, it is so beautifully written and impossible to put down... Have the tissues ready... it feels so real... it stays with you.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I am lost for words to describe this book which drew me in, enveloped me to the point where I was constantly thinking about the characters, worrying about them like they were my own. I fell in love.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I absolutely loved this book. One of the most enjoyable that I have read this year. It is heartbreaking, beautiful and totally uplifting. It will make you laugh and it will make you cry. It will also make you look back at your own life and examine the decisions and choices that you have made... A really life affirming read.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Be still my beating heart. I've smiled and I've cried and everything in between... I'd give it 10 stars if I could.' Nicki's Book Blog'Gorgeous... Tender and beautiful... As hopeful as it is heart-breaking... I loved it.' Amy Beashel, author'This beautifully written story of friendship, love, loss and second chances captured my heart. It's a tender and uplifting read... Leaves you feeling warm, hopeful, and satisfied.' Lisa Timoney, author

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