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From internationally bestselling author Liz Climo comes I'm So Happy You're Here, a book to remind us to love ourselves.We all need a reminder that we're loved and we matter, and international bestselling author Liz Climo delivers that dose of warmth and love in her new bookSometimes we just need a little pep talk to remind us that we're doing our best. With help from her charming animal drawings, Liz Climo encourages us to embrace the joyful moments, get back up after falling down, and always love ourselves.A little book to let someone know how important they are to you or a thoughtful gift you can give to yourself, I'm So Happy You're Here highlights how truly amazing we are. Like a good friend, it will lift you out of low moments and keep you company until they've passed, making you laugh and cry while reminding you that you're loved, you matter, and we're all really happy you're here.
Laugh-out-loud funny and a wonderful story about finding your voice. I loved it! - David Walliams 'Anarchically silly fun!' - Guardian Sidesplitting middle grade comedy, with serious heart (and one very funny llama). Illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan, the official illustrator for World Book Day 2022. It's the Christmas holidays and Yasmin is miserable. Her family don't celebrate Christmas so she doesn't understand all the hype, plus Ezra has gone to Jamaica for 2 weeks and Levi is away on a mission. Then a snowstorm hits London, meaning Yasmin's enemy Tia can't fly to her luxury holiday in France. Yasmin is horrified when she gets sent a solo mission - to give Tia the best Christmas ever! Soon Tia is bossing Yasmin around and without her friends to help, Yasmin starts to wonder if making her arch nemesis happy might be mission: impossible . . .
Praise for Barry Walsh:'Perfectly evokes the era' Daily MailDanny Byrne has grown up on a sprawling council estate in Pimlico. He knows every stone of it, and until now, his life has followed the same pattern as all his friends.Danny is heading for A-levels and then university. Dodds is following his dad into the family butcher's business, Crockett will sail on opportunity's wings as it comes his way, and Nobby is flirting with drugs, and disaster.As the long summer unfolds, the boys focus on girls, trade banter and test their friendships to the limit. When things take a darker turn, Danny must wrestle with his conscience and is pushed to breaking point. Can Danny find love and work out what is important to become the kind of man he wants to be?
'This book has it all - joyous, heartbreaking, uplifting with a perfect ending - an utterly gorgeous escapist read!' Faith Hogan, bestselling author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club 'Beautiful, emotional and full of heart' Alex Brown, bestselling author of A Postcard from Italy 'From Now On is a gorgeous, emotional story about love and second chances . . . Amelia's writing has real heart, so you get completely swept along in the story of this unconventional family . . . Heart-breaking and uplifting all at the same time' Clare Swatman, bestselling author of Before We Grow Old --- A heartbreaking tragedy. Charlie left his hometown behind years ago and hasn't looked back since. These days, with a successful career and a beautiful soon-to-be fiancee, he couldn't be happier. But when he receives some unexpected news, his life is forever changed. A life-changing choice. Suddenly things are falling apart, and now Charlie has to care for his family. How is he supposed to look after a heartbroken little brother and a sullen teenage sister who want nothing to do with him? He's completely at a loss and knows he can't do it alone - not without the help of his oldest friend, Pippa. The chance to start afresh. As Charlie steps back into his old life, he soon realises it's not only his family who needs fixing, there's also his relationship with Pippa too. But returning home is a painful reminder of all that he lost and tried so hard to forget. And if Charlie is to fight for what he wants, first he must face up to his own past and decide whether he is ready to let go... From Amelia Henley, comes a brand-new emotional and uplifting novel about family, love and the hard choices we face to protect the ones we love the most. --- 'Bittersweet, tender and uplifting. A wonderful exploration of love in all its forms and what family really means' Nicola Gill, The Neighbours 'Heartbreaking and uplifting. Love just pours from these pages' Fay Keenan, New Beginnings at Roseford Hall 'From Now On is a heartbreaking read with a sublime ending!' Lisa Timoney, Her Daughter's Secret
How far would you go to discover your destiny? It's the cusp of Natasha Sizlo's forty-fourth birthday. Still reelingfrom her disastrous divorce, she's navigating life as a single mum alongside a cutthroat career in LA real estate. In the meantime, her ex-husband is dating a Hollywood star and she's just broken it off with her handsome but non-committal French boyfriend. Just when it seems things can't get worse, her beloved father is given months to live. So when she's gifted a session with an astrologist, Natasha -though a sceptic - figures she has nothing to lose. The reading is so eerily accurate that Natasha asks about her ex-boyfriend, the Frenchman she can't get over. To her surprise, the astrologist tells her that he is perfect for her. His birthday and birthplace - 2 November 1968 in Paris - line up with her astrological point of destiny. Natasha is distraught. Panicked, even. Is he really The One?Then she has a lightning bolt of an idea: her ex isn't the only man born on 2 November 1968 in Paris. Natasha's soulmate is still out there - she just has to find him. Unforgettable, inspiring and with a dusting of astrologicalmagic, Natasha's journey reveals what can happen when youask the universe for what you want and open your heartwhen the answer finally comes.
Some wars are destined to be fought forever... They call it 'The Graveyard of Empires' for good reason. For thousands of years, Afghanistan has been the rock that generations of would-be conquerors have perished on. What chance does one man stand in this place? So when ex-SAS major Ben Hope hears former bounty-hunter, Madison Cahill, needs his help he knows it will test him to his limits - and beyond. As the borders slam shut, he must trace his friend before the new regime does. His only lead? An ancient lost city founded by Alexander the Great and rediscovered by Madison's archaeologist father. The mission will take Ben back to a place he thought was firmly in his past, back to someone he can never leave behind - and back to some old comrades. Among these is SAS man turned assassin, Jaden Wolf. Wolf has come to Afghanistan with his own agenda and knows as well as Ben that the conditions they face may prove as lethal as their enemies. As they uncover old secrets, they find modern ones are just as dangerous. Who is the mysterious 'Spartan' that the British officials are so desperate to extract from behind enemy lines? And outnumbered and outgunned at every turn, is the pressure of being the last hope of the innocent too much to bear when surviving past sundown seems impossible?
'Tense and shocking' Catherine Cooper'An intensely gripping thriller' Philippa EastBeth has the perfect life. She has constructed it carefully over the last eighteen years. But one night she makes a choice that risks everything.When Kat sees an article about that night online, buried memories begin to surface. She and Beth were friends once. Things ended badly then, but now she has a chance to make them right.Kat introduces herself to Beth. Not as her old friend, but as a stranger. Beth has no idea Kat isn't who she says she is.But then neither is Beth.'A gripping read, exposing the dark lies at the heart of a supposedly perfect life . . . The perfect thriller!' Louise Mumford'An incredibly tense psychological thriller that grips you from the very first page. The suspense is utterly breathtaking.' Victoria Dowd'A carefully crafted, clever novel with plenty of twists, suspense and red herrings. A sparkling and satisfying read.' Diane Jeffrey'A dark and clever thriller that kept me turning the pages late into the night.' Sophie FlynnReaders LOVE My Perfect Friend'Spine tingling mystery with twist and turns!!!' NetGalley reviewer,I honestly didn't want this book to end.' NetGalley reviewer,So many secrets, so much tension and some really great reveals. Highly recommend.' NetGalley reviewer,Loved it very much. I think it's a must read for everyone.' NetGalley reviewer,
From the author of NY Times bestselling Dark and Shallow Lies comes a darkly atmospheric paranormal thriller, dripping with secrets and mystery. Seventeen-year-old Avril doesn't believe in ghosts, but she knows there are lots of different ways for places and people to be haunted. Twelve years ago her mother drowned at Whisper Cove. Local legend claims that the women in the waves - the ghosts from an old whaling village - called her mother into the ocean with their whispering. Because, as they say at Whisper Cove, what the sea wants, the sea will have. She has spent the past twelve years trying to make sense of the strange bits and pieces she does remember from the night she lost her mother. Stars falling into the sea. A blinding light. The odd sensation of flying. Now, at seventeen, Avril is returning to Whisper Cove for the first time as part of a summer theatre camp, and she hopes she might finally discover what really happened to her mother. As Avril becomes more involved with camp director Willa and her mysterious son Cole, Whisper Cove reveals itself to her. Distances seem to shift in the strange fog. Echos of long-past moments bounce off the marsh. And Avril keeps meeting herself-and her dead mother-late at night, at the edge of the ocean. The truth Avril seeks is ready to be discovered. But it will come at a terrible cost.
'I absolutely devoured every single word.' NetGalley reviewer, One broken marriage. One broken heart. One chance to meet someone new.Hannah leaves her unhappy marriage with her daughter Ava and moves to the village of Leadsham to start afresh. She plans to keep a low profile, focusing on Ava and making a new life for them, far away from her violent ex-husband.What she hadn't counted on was Andrew Brody. A police officer with a strict moral code, he knows something's wrong as soon as he meets Hannah, and he wants to help. But Hannah has been let down by the police - and men - before, and pushes him away.But the more Hannah tries to ignore Brody, the more she's drawn to him. Caring, kind and patient, he's nothing like the man she's running from. Can Hannah finally put her past behind her, and open her heart to someone new?Readers LOVE Someone Like You!'Really loved it!' NetGalley reviewer, 'Left me begging for more!... Fun and enjoyable read. Highly recommend!' NetGalley reviewer, 'I loved this romantic book!' NetGalley reviewer, 'Read in one sitting. Really enjoyable read. Totally recommend.' NetGalley reviewer, 'This book had me gripped from the start... A great page turner that has you guessing and waiting to see just what happens.' NetGalley reviewer, 'I expected a cute summer type rom-com, but what Rachel Dove gave us is a thousand times better... A book that touched on those very real and heavy emotions, without rushing through them to get to the happily ever after.' NetGalley reviewer, 'A heartwarming single-parent romance book... Andrew Brody is the perfect gentle giant... Had me smiling throughout the whole read.' NetGalley reviewer,
'A sparkling Christmas read. Cosy, comforting and liberally sprinkled with magic, it's absolutely delicious!' RUTH HOGAN 'A wonderfully written story of family, friends and food. Christmas has come early with this cosy, heartwarming read - a real treat!' SAMANTHA TONGE 'Light the fire, pour yourself a glass of mulled wine and settle down with this gorgeous festive treat. A delightful Christmas read about family, loss and the magic of old recipe books. It's as comforting and delicious as a batch of freshly baked mince pies' ANNIE LYONS 'A charming, heartwarming story' The People's Friend Could a sprinkling of magic save Christmas this year? Amid the salt marshes and rolling fields of Periwinkle Bay, Magda Conway is enjoying her retirement in ivy-clad Mistletoe Cottage. Yet with three weeks to go until Christmas, as the fairy lights twinkle and the trees go up around the village, her peace is disrupted when she's left in sole charge of her two mischievous grandchildren. Before long, she's at her wit's end - but high on a kitchen shelf lies her mother's handwritten recipe book. And as she turns to it for advice, she finds more than just recipes between its tattered covers: there's a pinch of magic too, and maybe even a sprinkling of love . . . Praise for Celia Anderson 'Warm, romantic and different, in the very best way' Katie Fforde 'Anderson has woven more than a hint of magic through the pages' Heidi Swain 'I absolutely adored it!' Ruth Hogan 'A brilliantly original and enchanting tale' The Sun 'Wonderful characters make this a great read' Good Housekeeping 'Truly unique . . . unforgettable' Woman's Weekly
A hilarious new picture book from Roald Dahl Funny Prize-winning author Peter Bently and the incredibly talented illustrator John Bond, creators of Dogs in Disguise.A fun-filled look into the chaotic world of cats and all the crazy things they get up to when their owners aren't looking!In the dark of night, as their owners sleep, the cats of the city are all headed to one place: Catsby's Great Circus! Step this way and see conjuring cats, felines that fly, Siamese that swing from above, and don't miss the mighty PURRCULES CLAW. But with so much activity, it only takes one little mouse in the wrong place to put the whole circus in chaos...This jaunty rhyming text from hugely popular, award-winning author, Peter Bently, with brilliantly witty illustrations from John Bond, creator of the Mini Rabbit books, will have children laughing out loud!
'Beautiful, haunting, thought-provoking ... A book I will return to again and again' Bernardine Evaristo'Masterful ... A thing of brilliance' Caleb Azumah Nelson, author of Open Water A gorgeously produced, hugely original examination of Black Britishness in the 21st centuryWhat is Black Britain?In 2021, award-winning poet Roger Robinson and acclaimed photographer Johny Pitts rented a red Mini Cooper and decided to follow the coast clockwise in search of an answer to this question. Leaving London, they followed the River Thames east towards Tilbury, where the Empire Windrush docked in 1948. Too often, that is where the history told about Black Britain begins and ends - but Robinson and Pitts continued out of London, following the coast clockwise through Margate to Land's End, Bristol to Blackpool, Glasgow to John O'Groats and Scarborough to Southend on Sea. Here, the authors found not only Black British culture long overlooked in official narratives of Britain, but also the history of Empire and transatlantic slavery to which every Briton is tethered.Home Is Not a Place is the spectacular result of the journey they documented: a free-form composition of photography, poetry and essays that offers a book-length reflection upon Black Britishness - its complexity, strength and resilience - at the start of a new decade.
'I couldn't read it quick enough!! What a storyline, with so many twists and turns that I wasn't expecting. Brilliant read!' NetGalley reviewer, Two mothers. One child. Who do you believe?The playground is the last place I thought I'd see you. It was my Billy's first day at school. It was supposed to be a happy one.But then you turned up. I remembered you instantly from the hospital wing. Our babies born on the same day. Both premature. Both needing intensive care.While Billy grew stronger day by day, your baby sadly slipped away.But now you're back with one devastating accusation... Billy isn't my son at all, he's yours.And you've come to take him away.Family secrets rise to the surface in this utterly gripping and emotional page-turner about motherhood, love, and the lengths we will go to keep our children safe. Not My Child will keep you reading long into the night and is perfect for fans of Linda Green, Susan Lewis and Nicole Trope!Readers LOVE Not My Child!'Really well written characters, a plot that unfurled beautifully with twists and turns along the way that kept me guessing. A must read.' NetGalley reviewer, 'Samantha King is brilliant! A fantastically thrilling mystery of love, friendship, sacrifice, loss and deception.' NetGalley reviewer, 'This was my first by this author but definitely won't be my last. I was instantly pulled into the story and couldn't wait to find out what was going to happen... This was an exciting and excellent book.' NetGalley reviewer, 'This one is a cannot put down until the end... Don't miss this book.' NetGalley reviewer, 'Recommended read, only took me a day. All the twists and turns keep you guessing until the end!!' NetGalley reviewer,
'Great story... I would definitely recommend.' - NetGalley reviewer, When Maggie's husband is killed in an accident, leaving her alone to raise two young boys, she thinks life can't get any worse - until she discovers something in her husband's belongings that shatters her world forever.Forced to sell what should have been their forever home, Maggie packs up and moves her family to Jewel Harbor, a picturesque coastal town where nobody knows her painful secret. And when she meets Evan, a local boat builder who volunteers to help fix up her new home, she begins to wonder if he couldn't help fix her heart too.But Maggie isn't the only one haunted by a secret tragedy. When Evan's past threatens to destroy his future, Maggie finds herself tested in ways she couldn't have imagined...A compelling story of a mother grappling with grief, long-kept secrets, and a heartbreaking betrayal.Perfect for fans of The Lost Girls of Devon and Amanda Prowse.Readers LOVE The Long Way Home!'An emotional and touching story... I very much enjoyed this book.' - NetGalley reviewer, 'Brilliant story... Would recommend, a great read.' NetGalley reviewer, 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more of Shann McPherson's books.' NetGalley reviewer, 'A very enjoyable read that I would recommend... kept me intrigued until the last page.' NetGalley reviewer'A really lovely surprise of a book... looking forward to reading more from Shann McPherson...' NetGalley reviewer'A heartwarming story of loss, pain and being able to find yourself again....' NetGalley reviewerPraise for Shann McPherson:'I absolutely adored this story.' NetGalley reviewer, 'Such a good read.' NetGalley reviewer, 'I loved it... A beautifully written second-chance romance... I highly recommend this book.' NetGalley reviewer, 'A great read.' NetGalley reviewer,
An all-new collection of spring-themed mysteries from the master of the genre.The days are growing warmer and the nights are growing shorter... It's the perfect time to relax in the garden with this spring-themed collection from legendary mystery writer Agatha Christie. Blossoming flowers and countryside strolls may sound innocent enough, but not when there's murder in the air. Beware of secluded cottages, stolen treasure and fatal revenge schemes. This compendium of short stories, some featuring beloved detectives Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, is an essential omnibus for Christie fans and the perfect gift for mystery lovers.INCLUDES THE STORIES:The Market Basing MysteryThe Case of the Missing LadyThe Herb of DeathHow Does Your Garden Grow?Swan SongMiss Marple Tells a StoryHave You Got Everything You Want?The Jewel Robbery at the Grand MetropolitanIngots of GoldThe Soul of the CroupierThe Girl in the TrainGreenshaw's Folly
The new addictive, compelling and immersive thriller from Nell Pattison, with enough dark twists to give you whiplash...Fans of Ruth Ware and Lisa Jewell will be hooked.My name is Isabella Butterworth. Your name is Isabella Butterworth.We're around the same age. We live in the same town.But your life is more exciting than mine, isn't it? Richer, dramatic, more fulfilling.Imagine if I'd never found out about you...But I have. Because someone mistook me for you.And now I can't stop thinking about you because I know you're in trouble. You need my help.And I need a way to get to know you.To save you.To be you...The unputdownable new thriller from Nell Pattison that will turn everything you thought you knew on its head...perfect for fans of Ruth Ware and Lisa Jewell.Readers are GRIPPED by Friends Don't Lie:'A real cracker! Fast paced and full of clever characters. Just when I thought I got it...I hadn't' Reader Review Whip smart, cleverly plotted and just impeccably written. To say I was gripped is an understatement. It completely and utterly blindsided me - and I loved it' Reader Review Twisty and unpredictable, I couldn't put it down' Reader Review I was on the edge of my seat ... oh so many twists and turns and OMG jaw dropping moments' Reader Review Utterly gripping, with surprises in every shadow' Reader Review Kept me guessing the entire time!' Reader Review I really did not see that twist coming' Reader Review I read this in several hours - I was completely swept away' Reader Review If you love twisty books, this book is for you! If you love great characters, this book is for you! If you love great writing, this book is for you!' Reader Review Will keep you reading into the early hours of the night ... I couldn't turn the pages quick enough!' Reader Review
An emotional and page-turning family saga perfect for fans of Barbara O'Neal, Amanda Prowse, and Susanne O'Leary!'Full of mystery and magic' Heidi SwainThere are three versions of the past - hers, his, and the truth. When Robin Vail walks back into widow Isobel O'Briain's life decades after he abruptly left it, the dark days since her husband's unexpected passing finally know light. Robin has fallen on hard times but Izzie and her teenage daughter Claire quickly remind him what it's like to have family...and hope.But Robin and Izzie are no longer those twenty-something lovers, and as they grow closer once more the missing pieces of their past weigh heavy. Now, to stop history repeating, Izzie and Robin must face facts and right wrongs...no matter how painful.
'Alex Shaw is one of the best thriller writers around!' Stephen Leather The target doesn't exist When cyber terrorist Fang Bao abruptly reappears after years in hiding, MI6 agent and former SAS trooper Jack Tate is sent to bring him in - but when Fang is assassinated by an unknown assailant, Tate realises he was only a pawn in a plot that threatens to put the whole world in danger. The mission is impossible Now Tate has to uncover a lethal conspiracy that stretches all the way from Germany through the United States and into the dark heart of the jungle in Myanmar. As the enemy hunt down the owners of military secrets that would make them indestructible, Tate must race to identify not only their next target, but the enemy themselves. The war is about to begin... Soon he learns the dark truth at the heart of the global conspiracy. The enemy doesn't want to just assassinate a world leader; they want to make war - and Tate is the only one who can stop them. The blockbuster new action thriller perfect for fans of James Deegan, Chris Ryan and Lee Child Readers love Alex Shaw! 'High octane and tense, this is a great book for fans of Jack Tate and Mitch Rapp' NetGalley reviewer 'An excellent read. Thoroughly recommended' NetGalley reviewer
'A propulsive read that never let me go from start to finish!' - Sunday Times bestselling author Cass GreenHer dream job just became her worst nightmare...My name is Rose, and I work for one of the country's biggest newspapers. I was the Day Editor. Will Frost was the Night Editor.When I got to the office, Will had already left. When I left, Will arrived. We were two sides of the same coin.Last week, Will disappeared from floor 34 without a trace. Now I am the Night Editor.And I have a feeling I'm next.A tense, thrilling rollercoaster ride with twists and turns that will make your head spin. Perfect for fans of ADELE PARKS and RUTH WARE.Readers and authors are GRIPPED by What Happened on Floor 34?!'I LOVE THIS BOOK! It is my favourite book of all time. It has intrigue, mystery, intense emotion. And that ending... holy crap!!!' A deliciously twisty and suspense-filled thriller that will stay with you long after you've finished reading.' - Katy Brent author of How To Kill Men and Get Away With It'So much suspense and so many twists that I never saw coming. I will definitely recommend this book to friends.' Just when you think you know everything, it surprises you again. A cracking thriller! - Emma Curtis, bestselling author of One Little Mistake'This book was everything I wanted it to be. It had me turning the pages without even realising.' A tense and claustrophobic thriller, full of clever twists and turns, that I couldn't put down. Loved it!' - Mandy Byatt'Twisty, tense and atmospheric. I just couldn't put it down.' What Happened On Floor 34? blew me away. The perfect setting...brilliant pacing...and JAW-DROPPING twists! I wish I could read it for the first time again.' - Nicola Rayner, author of The Girl Before You'A smashing read' Gripping dark and deliciously twisty, I was hooked!' - Zoe Folbigg, author of The Note
Hope. Glamour. Independence. A new era has begun...'A wonderfully absorbing tale of friendship, rich in period detail' StylistWith the Great War behind them, four friends are ready to live again.Lydia, a society beauty, has everything - wealth, status and a husband who survived the War. All she has to do now is provide an heir.Widowed Sarah cares for her wounded brother, certain that no one will ever replace her brave husband.Younger sister Beatrice finds it hard to shine, especially when there are so few men left to shine for...And independent Ava - who can light any room - is determined to seize the freedom of being a single woman.But when these four meet the irresistible war hero Sergeant Major Edgar Trent, everything changes...Spare Brides is a glorious novel about love, loss, change and chances from the Number One bestselling author Adele Parks.Praise for Spare Brides:'A resounding success ... a triumph' Daily Mail'A touching novel' Daily Express'You'll love the drama, the gorgeous dresses, grand houses and in particular, the handsome but damaged love interest' Good Housekeeping'This is the first historical novel from bestselling author Adele Parks and it's a powerful read' Closer'The great author's first historical novel and it's a total smash' Heat'A wonderful novel about a group of women struggling to deal with life after World War One... a heady cocktail of love, class and beaded frocks. Her most accomplished novel yet' Daisy Goodwin'A wonderfully absorbing tale of friendship, rich in period detail' Stylist'A fantastic read' Fabulous
'Mitchell is well aware of what will make kids laugh. An observant and captivatingly funny story'Sunday Times Children's Book of the WeekA hilarious adventure for readers aged 9+ from the author of Escape from Camp Boring. When Things Went Wild is also a timely call to protect our environment.When Kit's family move to a crumbling house in the Scottish Highlands, he's got a lot to deal with - terrible Wi-Fi, a new school in the middle of nowhere, and, as always, his annoying little brother, Jack. But it's not until the brothers find a strange object on the moors that Kit's problems really begin.A policewoman comes knocking, and the boys learn that they have found a tracker that has been removed from the leg of a golden eagle. The illegal killing of these majestic birds is all too common, and now a pair of nesting eagles are under threat. Kit and Jack start to investigate, soon joined by Tamora - the most popular girl in school - and her younger sister, Bea.Who is trying to harm the eagles, and why? Chief suspects are landowner Lord Cavendish, local farmer McNab and sinister game keeper Mosby . . . Can the city kids cope with the country - and catch the culprit?
The three sisters of Victory Walk in East London will face heartache and tears on the home front. Rose, Clover and Daisy are the pretty blond sisters of the Harrison family, living with their parents and two brothers, and working in East London and the outbreak of WWII. Rose the eldest is a nurse working in Homerton Hospital, she despairs of her younger siblings and their occasional less sensible attitudes to life. Clover is the handful of the family and whenever there's trouble she isn't far away. At the first chance she gets, she volunteers for the Auxiliary Service, but things go far from smoothly. Daisy is the baby of the family, but she doesn't want to be treated like a child anymore and is determined to grow up, whether her family like it or not. When she gets a chance to sign up to do her bit, she seizes her chance. As rationing, blackouts and bombs start to bite, life will change forever for the three sisters.
Another gorgeous escapist read from the Queen of West Country Saga, Linda Finlay, author of Farringdon's Fate.One noble family. Five eager daughters. An upcoming ball.Having five daughters, Lord Farringdon has more than enough to keep him busy at Nettlecombe Manor. With his wife Lady Charlotte already in London, Edwin must help his daughter Victoria prepare for the Season as she gets ready to follow her stepmother to the city to make her Society debut.But with little time to prepare a wardrobe for the balls and parties that lie ahead, Victoria must turn to trusted seamstress Jane Haydon for help - and in doing so unearths a fascinating secret hidden for decades in a beautiful piece of white silk . . .Meanwhile, Edwin's exuberant younger daughter Beatrice embarks on a very unexpected path - becoming a nurse to wounded soldiers in London under the keen eye of Florence Nightingale.And with the girls' stepmother Lady Charlotte spending Edwin's money while keeping a secret of her own, it's going to be quite a Season . . .Linda Finlay returns to the glorious story of the Farringdon family, spanning from Devon to London in the 1850s.Praise for Linda Finlay:'Sure to delight her ever-growing legion of fans' Dilly Court'Warm and atmospheric, you can practically taste the sea breeze' The Express'Rich with carefully drawn characters who really come to life in the hands of this skilled writer' NorthernReader'Evocative' Frost Magazine'A treasure of a read with romance, rural history and a happy ending' Devon Life
Three friends, three single mums, one quest to find love...It's 8:30am and I'm already utterly exhausted. My son has lost his football boots, my daughter is ready for school dressed only in her vest and knickers, and of course, my 1-year-old has filled his nappy for what feels like the tenth time this morning.As for my husband? He's decided marriage doesn't suit him, and well... buggered off.All hope of 'me time' has but dwindled to sipping half a glass of wine whilst shouting after the kids. But everything is about to change.I'm taking control of my life! I've joined... a book club.Yes, I know what you're thinking. 'Wow... live a little.' But my fellow book clubbers, Amanda and Janey, are my lifelines. They understand the daily struggle because they're mothers too.And in between the prosecco, Doritos and googling everything about Mr Darcy on SparkNotes, they've convinced me to go on a date with my boss.A single mum of three looking for romance... what could possibly go wrong?A gloriously funny and relatable read for anyone who just needs a little more 'me time'. Fans of Why Mummy Drinks and Has Anyone Seen my Sex Life? will snort with laughter at this utterly hilarious and heart-warming read.Readers LOVE The Single Mums' Book Club!"e;OMG!! You have no idea how much I needed this... I. Could. Not. Stop. Laughing."e; Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews, 5 stars"e;Hilarious from the first few pages it hooked me instantly. Full of Victoria Cooke's trademark humour... this was a joy to read!"e; - Rachel's Random Resources, 5 Stars"e;I adored this book. The writing was witty, funny and heartbreakingly serious when it was appropriate... one of my favourites of this year."e; - NetGalley Reviewer, 5 Stars"e;I loved the whole journey and could also relate to Stephanie at some points in the book! Absolute 5 star read for me!"e; - NetGalley Reviewer, 5 Stars"e;A bright sparkle of a read!"e; - NetGalley Reviewer, 5 Stars
A beautifully moving and poignant tale of finding yourself in the wake of heartbreak, perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse and Imogen ClarkNatasha and Daniel were meant for each other. On paper you'd never think it so; whilst Taz would arrive at school hungry and in clothes too small, Dan's affluent background was no secret. But they were drawn together and found comfort in the fact that neither felt they truly belonged.When something terrible happens and Dan is sent to prison, Taz doesn't even pause to think before standing by his side. As the ground beneath Dan crumbles, it's Taz who is there to catch him. A family of two, it's them against the world.But now, years later, what happens when the threats they face come from within? Plagued by guilt over a secret in her past, Taz must face the truth or risk losing Dan forever.Readers can't get enough of The Things That Matter:'A beautifully written story...one of the best books I have read this year' Muriel'A highly original read...so much character and warmth' Sarah'Life affirming...it made me laugh, it made me cry' Helen'A wonderful book with a heartfelt message we could all use these days!' Laurie'Incredibly well written and thought provoking' Jenny'Wow! What a fun, emotional journey this book took me on...made me cry and laugh out loud' Wendy
Evie Bird is a romance writer whose latest bestseller is being made into a Christmas movie. Duke Carlisle is a world-famous actor who has landed the role of leading man.When Evie and Duke meet on set, it's a frosty encounter - even icier than the cobbled Bavarian streets they're filming on.But after images of them arguing leak to the press and put the movie in jeopardy, they are left with no choice but to fake date until the cameras stop rolling.As the pair start to put their differences aside, their feelings gradually begin to thaw... But can sparks ever really fly in a snowstorm?Laura Jane Williams is BACK with the most romantic read of the festive season. If you love Christmas movies like The Holiday and The Christmas Prince, this is the read to warm your heart with this December.Readers love Just for December:'This book has all the elements of a fun romcom that I love. It is dual pov, has great characters who love books and movies, and is enemies-to-lovers and fake dating. What more could you ask for?' NetGalley Reviewer, Such a sweet Christmas story...Loved the characters! Five stars.' NetGalley Reviewer, A five-star read that you need for more than just December! Evie Bird just made me swoon...I felt her in my bones. A must-have Christmas read.' NetGalley Reviewer, A rom com with a difference...There was so much to love about this book! I absolutely adored the movie magic at Christmas setting...An enjoyable festive Hollywood romance that I'd recommend.' NetGalley Reviewer, A must-read book!...I simply fell in love with Laura's writing style. I loved the chemistry between the characters.' NetGalley Reviewer, Where do I start? I LOVED THIS BOOK! My favourite out of all the books Laura has written so far!' NetGalley Reviewer, A lovely story.' NetGalley Reviewer,
The makings of a scandal...Or a marriage?Escaping from a marriage she didn't want, heiress Lucy Walsh falls straight into the arms of Christopher Wilding, Viscount Rockley - causing a scandal! Lucy's drawn to the enigmatic viscount, but he seems to think he's too cynical and mature for her. While she's under his protection the ton will gossip, and with her godmother on her way to fetch her, Lucy is running out of options to save her reputation - and her heart!
A sensible, reassuring guide to sex and growing up, revised with the most up-to-date information.What do you want to know about sex?Information about sex is everywhere. But what you learn from TV, movies, the internet, and friends is not always a healthy or accurate view of sexuality.This book is the perfect antidote. Formatted into a series of short Q&As, it is a frank, informative and open way to learn about changing bodies, sex, relationships, puberty and more. Children can use the book to explore and answer questions for themselves, or it can be used as a helpful starting points for conversations between adults and their children.Now revised and updated for the UK, Joanna Cole's Asking About Sex & Growing Up is the perfect book to provide answers to questions about sex.
How Russians, the Rich and the Government Try to Prevent Free Speech and How to Stop Them. The British tradition of "e;free speech"e; is a myth. From the middle ages to the present, the law of defamation has worked to cover up misbehaviour by the rich and powerful, whose legal mercenaries intimidate investigative journalists. Now a new terror has been added through misguided judicial development of the laws of privacy, breach of confidence and data protection, to suppress the reporting of truths of public importance to tell. Drawing upon the author's unparalleled experience of defending journalists and editors in English and Commonwealth courtrooms over the past half-century, the book describes the hidden world of lawfare, in which authors struggle against unfair rules that put them always on the defensive and against a costs burden that runs to millions. Law schools do not teach freedom of speech and judges in the Supreme Court do not understand it. This book identifies and advocates the reforms that will be necessary before Britain can truly boast that it is a land of free speech, rather than a place where free speech can come very expensive.
DISCOVER AND CHERISH THIS BEAUTIFUL HARDBACK 40th ANNIVERSARY ILLUSTRATED EDITION OF THE BELOVED MODERN CLASSIC, WAR HORSE.Before the Steven Spielberg film, before the National Theatre production, there was the classic children's novel...In the deadly chaos of the First World War, one horse witnesses the reality of battle from both sides of the trenches. Bombarded by artillery, with bullets knocking riders from his back, Joey tells a powerful story of the truest friendships surviving in terrible times.One horse has the seen the best and the worst of humanity. The power of war and the beauty of peace. This is his story.With a stunning new cover from fine arts photographer, Nine Francois and chapter illustrations from award-winning war artist, George Butler.War Horse was adapted by Steven Spielberg as a major motion picture with Jeremy Irvine, Emily Watson, and Benedict Cumberbatch. The National Theatre production opened in 2007 and has enjoyed successful runs in the West End and on Broadway.
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