Romantikk og erotikk

At the crossroads of uncertainty and faith, a heartwarming tale of friendship, love, and the power of community. Victoria seeks solace in a rustic cabin at the Monastery of St. Carmella, where she encounters fellow guests facing their own life challenges. But as the Sisters grapple with the potential loss of their beloved homeland due to dwindling numbers, Victoria and the other guests find hope and friendship in the midst of uncertainty. This contemporary inspirational fiction, the first in the Poustinia series, weaves together themes of generosity, love, and the power of community in the face of change. Poustinia is a touching story of finding hope and connection in unexpected places. ___________________________________????? Unexpected & delightful????? The story is uplifting and truly wonderful. ????? One to savour and enjoy...????? ...a feel good story????? ...a wonderful book from beginning to end.

A mysterious portrait. Two couples, a century apart. One secret that will change everything. London 1905, celebrated artist John Sutton paints The Quartet, unaware of the passion and betrayal his brush strokes will ignite. A century later, Mark and Abriana-ex-lovers haunted by their past-are drawn together by the image. As they trace the portrait's journey from London to Greece and war-torn Tuscany, the couple uncover a tale of love, sacrifice, and deception that mirrors their own tumultuous history. With each revelation, they're forced to confront the wounds that tore them apart and question whether healing is possible. On the sun-drenched Greek island of Zakynthos, they meet Pavlos, the key to unlocking the portrait's final secret. But as the past and present collide, Mark and Abriana must decide: Will they let the portrait's legacy destroy them, or can they find redemption in its century-old tale of enduring love?A captivating blend of romance and historical fiction that will keep you enthralled until the last page. _________________________________________________Praise for the Hellenic Collection:? ? ? ? ? McHale captures the essence of Greece so well and tells a wonderful story of love and loss. ? ? ? ? ? Dougie McHale's books just get better and better. I loved The Girl in the Portrait - I liked the link between the past and the present and was gripped by both sides of the story. ? ? ? ? ? One of those books you just don't want to put down. ? ? ? ? ? Dougie takes you to Corfu with such vivid descriptions that if you close your eyes you came feel the warmth of the sun and smell the cyprus trees. ? ? ? ? ? A story to lose yourself in. ? ? ? ? ? A gripping story of love lost and love found with a real page turner ending.

Fate plays a teasing game with Athena and Teo. Their paths intertwine time and again, yet the stars never seem to align for their love to blossom. From fateful encounters to serendipitous meetings during family meetings, their connection seems inevitable, yet circumstances conspire to keep them apart.Athena, with her contagious laughter and unwavering kindness, finds herself drawn to Teo's quiet strength and loneliness. Despite the chemistry sparking between them, timing always proves elusive, casting a shadow on their romance.As the seasons change and life unfolds its unpredictable tapestry, they both navigate their own paths, entangled in a web of missed chances and poignant near-misses. Each fleeting glance and tender moment whispers of a love waiting to bloom, but fate seems determined to test the depths of their patience.Caught between other lovers and the secrets of their hearts, Athena and Teo discover that destiny has a way of orchestrating unexpected twists. Will they seize the fleeting moments that put them together, or will hesitation and circumstance consign their love to the realm of what-ifs?Discover a tale of serendipity, second chances, friendship and the enduring power of love in Light up your love a heartwarming romantic journey that proves some love stories are worth the wait.

In Alverston Park, author William Frank gives a deep bow to Jane Austen with a story of love and societal boundaries. Helena Mowbray, a clergyman's daughter, warns her two younger sisters about the impossibility of marrying nobility. Yet this does little to deter the trio of charismatic Fitzosborne brothers, sons of the Earl of Alverston, who find themselves captivated by the Mowbray sisters during the London social season.Set against the opulent backdrop of Regency England, complete with grand balls, architectural splendour and society scandals, the narrative weaves in events like a secret newborn and a daring journey to Napoleon's island prison in the South Atlantic. Through misadventures and tragedies, the tale explores the consequences of class prejudice and the elusive nature of happiness, reflecting issues still resonant in contemporary high society.

A missing magical star. A treasured job on the line. Three weeks to pull off a Christmas miracle.When Brighton's legendary glass Christmas Star vanishes, Allegra Livingstone, the new town administrator, is determined to find it before the Christmas Eve Lighting Ceremony. This job is her second chance after a botched event that cost her her reputation and shattered her confidence. She can't fail.Desperate for a solution, Allegra turns to Fynn Sheridan, an old friend who is a glass artist, and asks him to recreate the Star. Having loved Allegra since college, Fynn agrees to help her.As Allegra keeps looking for the original Star, she has to sort through motives and misdirection to get to the truth. All the while, she must navigate her mother's surprise visit, along with all the emotional baggage she brings with her, and the unexpected rekindling of her feelings for Fynn.He wants a second chance, but she's already bailed on him once and his heart is still healing. She's lost everyone she cares for and breaking down the walls of fear will take belief.When secrets surface, Allegra has to reevaluate who she is and make an impossible choice: act for the good of the town or her own heart.With time running out and her newfound confidence waning, it really will take nothing short of a miracle to save Christmas and claim her second chance at happiness.

By the sparkling sea on the Wild Atlantic Way sits a manor full of secrets, and a woman who will do anything for a second chance...Staring up at the magnificent, rose-covered walls of her grandmother's house, Violet Fleury isn't sure she'll be welcome inside. After running from her hometown in Ireland to follow her dreams of acting, she's back to play Irish legend, Kathleen O'Sullivan, in a local film. She's vowed to tell the story of the woman her village are so proud of - and to build bridges with the family she drifted away from. But will they give her a second chance?Violet's sisters might be hesitant, but whilst helping with her sweet young nieces and nephews, Violet feels closer to them than ever before. Then Violet's leading man, dangerously handsome Jack Montgomery, arrives in the peaceful countryside. The instant chemistry between them is as fiery as Violet's flaming red hair... and discovering stories about Kathleen from the locals, Violet sees Jack's kindness too. He even wins over Violet's sisters. Could he help stitch their family back together?But when Violet finds dusty, handwritten notes from Kathleen in her research, she wonders if this legendary woman was the heroine everyone thinks. And when Jack pulls out of the film, Violet is heartbroken. The villagers, and Violet's whole family, are in awe of Kathleen's story - and Violet had even started to imagine staying in Ireland. But without Jack by her side, could these secrets destroy the town's reputation, and the second chance she's been dreaming of?A mesmerising story about secret lives and fresh starts, set on the wild, rugged shores of rural Ireland. Fans of Tricia O'Malley, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe will fall head over heels for this beautiful romance.What readers are saying about Susanne O'Leary: 'OMG! OMG!! I cannot remember the last time I was so gutted to come to the end of a book!! I absolutely fell in love and it genuinely felt like I was packing my bags and being whisked away for my Irish holiday... Absolutely gorgeous!!!... An absolutely stunning, heart-warming romance that will have you heading off to Ireland in the blink of an eye.' Bookworm 86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

From actor and writer Felcicia Day, a sapphic graphic novel about the forgotten sister of Helen of Troy, for fans of Lore Olympus and Girl Goddess Queen.​ Helen. Clytemnestra. Timandra. Three famous sisters and one shared curse – that each will betray their husband.​ As the youngest sister, Philonoe is desperate not to follows in their footsteps. After pleading with the gods, Philonoe is sent on a quest by Aphrodite, to retrieve three impossible objects. She's expecting battle, but instead encounters women who have already lost everything to the gods. Every step of the way she’s accompanied by Artemis, who doesn’t understand exactly why she’s so drawn to Philonoe’s quest. Will Philonoe become a victim of her own fate, or does she have the power to change it?

Set on the wild edge of Cumbria, close to the Scottish border, The Forest Hideway is the perfect romantic and uplifting autumnal escape from the author of The Lighthouse Bookshop.

The stunning new novel from the author of Lives Like Mine and In Bloom, Them Girls is raw, bold and immediate and deals with themes of identity, class and the corruption of power, in particular in the music industry.

He's her brother's best friend. She's totally off-limits. But when life takes an unexpected turn, she's the only one he wants at his side...Fyfe Moray raised himself. His only real family is his best friend, Lewis Adair. For that reason, Lewis's sister Eilidh is totally off-limits. Fyfe is in deep denial about their intense attraction. Thankfully, Eilidh is a famous actor living in London while he runs his cyber security company from the Highlands. They're worlds apart. Until one day, Eilidh reaches out asking for a lifeline and Fyfe can't bring himself to turn her away.Acting isn't what Eilidh Adair expected. As a kid, she wanted to be just like her famous uncles. But the double-edged sword of fame cuts deeper than expected. Afraid to admit she's made a mistake, Eilidh is spiraling. The only person who knows the truth is Fyfe, but her childhood crush has developed into a love he won't return. Yet when she comes home intent on starting over, Fyfe can't seem to stay away. His confused feelings might just be the end of them. Until a woman from Fyfe's past abandons the baby daughter he never knew he had.Now a single father, Fyfe needs support. He just never expected Eilidh to be the one he needed most. Fyfe can't believe how quickly he falls for his child and how rapidly his world view changes. He's ready to admit the truth: he's madly in love with his best friend's sister. And Fyfe's done wasting time.But someone else believes Eilidh belongs to them. Someone who has been watching her far longer than she realizes. Just when she thinks she might have everything she wants, Eilidh finds herself caught in the crosshairs of a person intent on destroying everything she holds dear.

Imagine a story that oozes sensuality, immerses you in sound, taste, touch and sight, that delves into sexuality. A story that's an incisive and urgent challenge to ablism and racism, that explores spirituality and embodiment. A story that expands your empathy, thinking, your heart. Meet Mira. Hispanic-American, married to Andre and in polyamorous relationships with Paloma and Araceli, living with Cystic Fibrosis against the backdrop of an impoverished childhood with an unstable, drug-dependent mother who goes on throwing challenges. She's here to live life in all it's glorious, messy, joyous, sensual, heart-breaking fullness. Mira's Story - a story for us all.

In the shadow of World War Two, love blossoms-but at a devastating cost. Corfu, 1943 Under German occupation, the once-idyllic island of Corfu has been reduced to hardship and fear. For Alexia, survival is all that matters-until she stumbles upon Frank, a man hiding in an olive grove. He claims to be neither a soldier nor a British spy, but a war artist in desperate need of her help. Risking her life, Alexia hides Frank from the Nazis, knowing that every day brings danger closer. As their bond deepens, love begins to bloom amidst the shadows of war. But Frank harbors secrets of his own, and when the truth comes to light, Alexia is faced with an unthinkable choice-a choice that will test her loyalty, her courage, and the very limits of her heart. 2010 Decades later, Rob discovers a mysterious photograph among his late mother's belongings. Determined to uncover its story, he sets out on a journey that leads him to the sunlit olive groves of Corfu. As Rob pieces together the fragments of Alexia and Frank's story, he discovers that the sacrifices of the past echo into the present, reshaping everything he thought he knew about his family-and himself. As the truth is revealed, Rob uncovers an extraordinary tale of love, betrayal, and unimaginable bravery. Where the Sky Falls is part of Dougie McHale's Hellenic Collection. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of wartime Corfu and the lingering shadows of its past, Where the Sky Falls is a poignant exploration of the sacrifices we make for love and the hope that bridges generations. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? ? ? ? ? So descriptive you feel like your there. ? ? ? ? ? A very well written insight into how WW 2 affected Greece and its islands and a captivating story. ? ? ? ? ? I couldn't wait to read what was happening next. ? ? ? ? ? I loved the story telling, even though the awful terrors of the dreadful war. ? ? ? ? ? I loved every minute of reading it and didn't want the story to end. ? ? ? ? ? He paints a vivid picture of war-torn Greece, the people caught in the melee. And yet, still, in all that misery and desperation, he's added textures of love and hope.

One moment of courage can echo through generations. Corfu, 1943.  In the shadow of World War II, a badly wounded British soldier is found near the home of Helena, a young Greek wife and mother. Risking her family's safety, she makes a choice that will change everything-saving a stranger who will become far more than just a man she rescued. Edinburgh, 2018. Seventy-five years later in Edinburgh, Jason discovers a journal among his great grandfather Marcus's belongings. Uncovering a story of love, passion, betrayal, and long-buried secrets, he embarks on a journey to Corfu. Though mired in his own personal trauma, Jason seeks to understand a history that has the potential to transform not just his family's past, but his entire future. Beneath A Burning Sky is part of The Hellenic Collection by Dougie McHale. Set against the dramatic landscapes of wartime Corfu and modern-day Scotland, Beneath A Burning Sky explores the extraordinary courage of ordinary people and the enduring power of love across generations. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? ? ? ? ? His description of Corfu transported me back to this beautiful island and the generous people who occupy it. ? ? ? ? ? You'll smile reading about majestic mountains and glorious sunrises, as well as a wealth of human emotions. ? ? ? ? ? It was heart wrenching at times but what a beautiful story, really really enjoyed this one!? ? ? ? ? The depth he gives to his characters makes you feel their feelings, live their lives, be part of the story. ? ? ? ? ? This is the best book from Dougie so far. ? ? ? ? ? A beautiful, beautiful love story, that will draw you in completely.

A shared past. A life-changing secret. Can love find its way back? 1992. For Brodie, happiness feels real for the first time during a summer in Edinburgh with Elora, the woman who changes everything. But when a devastating betrayal casts their love into doubt, Elora returns to Greece, leaving behind only a note with two haunting words: Forgive me. 2018. Brodie's life is once again upended by loss when his wife's sudden passing leaves him shattered but determined to carry on-he has survived heartbreak before. Then, a chance discovery of a photograph changes everything. Elora, now a bestselling author, is living on a sunlit Greek island. Drawn to her once more, Brodie embarks on a journey from Edinburgh to the olive groves of Greece, seeking answers and rekindling feelings he thought long buried. But as the spark between them reignites, Brodie uncovers truths about their shared past that could either heal old wounds or deepen the divide between them forever. To move forward, Elora must summon the courage to confront the secrets that have haunted her for decades. She must find a way to tell Brodie the truth-and hope that forgiveness is still possible after all these years. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Greek islands, A Moth to the Flame is a poignant story of love, betrayal, and the enduring power of second chances. Part of Dougie McHale's Hellenic Collection, it explores the complexity of relationships, the weight of our choices, and the hope that love can endure against all odds. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? ? ? ? ? A great story, really authentic and heartfelt. ? ? ? ? ? Devoured this in one sitting couldn't put it down. ? ? ? ? ? The settings really come alive and I could even taste the flavour of the food!? ? ? ? ? Great story line and a bit of a twist to it!? ? ? ? ? He makes you feel you know the characters the feelings they have. ? ? ? ? ? This is far from a straightforward love story as both characters have skeletons in their cupboards.

A heartbreaking loss, a chance at redemption, and the courage to love again. In Edinburgh's rain-swept streets, Grace thought she had found her forever in Jamie-until a devastating betrayal shatters their marriage and forces her to question everything she believed about love. Fleeing to the sun-bleached shores of Lesvos in Greece, Grace seeks solitude among the island's ancient olive groves. Instead, she finds Vasilis, a widowed father whose quiet strength and mysterious past begin to thaw her frozen heart. But as their connection deepens, shadows from both their histories threaten to destroy their fragile new beginning. In a place where centuries-old traditions clash with modern hearts, Grace must decide: Will she let past betrayals define her future, or can she find the courage to trust in love once more?The Flight of the Dragonfly is part of the Hellenic Collection by Dougie McHale. Set against the dramatic backdrops of Scotland and Greece, The Flight of the Dragonfly weaves an unforgettable tale of love, betrayal, and the powerful journey of self-discovery. Perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse, Lucinda Riley and Jojo Moyes. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for The Hellenic Collection: ? ? ? ? ? I could not put this book down. ? ? ? ? ? You can almost feel you are in Greece. ? ? ? ? ? Few books capture so many human emotions as this work of fiction. ? ? ? ? ? The best book by far the author has written. ? ? ? ? ? Dougie does not hide from some difficult life choices in this book. ? ? ? ? ? His descriptions of the island, the heat, the village life is so accurate that if you close your eyes you feel that you are there!