Don’t get mad. Get even.

Kate Whitaker has always believed in love, but when a stranger named Willem shows up on her doorstep, the news he has to share isn’t as exciting as his god-like looks might suggest. He’s come to tell her that Kate’s fiancé is also engaged to his sister.

Kate doesn’t know how she didn’t see the red flags: Jon’s work as an airline pilot having him flying around the globe, the postponed dates, the huge rock of an engagement ring that isn’t her style at all.

Overcome with fury – and entranced by the Nordic god’s piercing blue eyes and quiet allure – Kate agrees to accompany Willem to his hometown of Amsterdam to help break the news to his sister. Yet what begins as a simple gesture of support soon twists into a deliciously devious plan to get back at Jon.

Kate is drawn into a world of retribution, revenge and – unexpectedly – romance. Because sometimes the best way to get over someone is to get under someone else…

A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy about broken trust, sweet revenge, and the surprising places we find love. Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Emily Henry.

Praise for Sandy Barker’s books:

‘A delightful romance that left me with a big smile on my face.’ Jessica Redland

‘A perfect romcom filled with delicious banter, a swoony hero and a classy, confident heroine!’ Katie Ginger

‘A brilliantly funny and addictive love story with all the feels and so much more!’ Nina Kaye

‘A cracking romcom, full of laughs and misadventure.’ Leonie Mack

‘Such a heartwarming, uplifting read, full of love, hope, heart, friendship and joy! Thoroughly enjoyed it!’ Kim Nash

‘With smart banter and swoony moments… Sandy Barker gives us another brilliant romcom and joyful read.’ Pernille Hughes

‘A wonderfully warm and witty will they/won’t they romance… a perfect romantic read.’ Kathleen Whyman

‘Pure escapism. I laughed, I smiled, I swooned.’ Laura Carter

‘It’s so brilliantly will they, won’t they that it really kept me guessing!’ Anita Faulkner

‘I loved this book! An adorable laugh-out-loud romance, that gives all the right tingles and touches the heart.’ Ella Hayes

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June, 1817

Sir Dominic De Lacy – one of the season’s most eligible gentlemen – has recently proposed marriage… to a woman he scarcely knows. But his father’s choice for him, Miss Maria Nightingale, seems amiable, and at 29, Dominic cannot live the life of a bachelor forever. He hopes he can provide a happy future for her as they learn to care for each other.

Maria, however, has other ideas. Midway through their engagement celebrations, she confesses to Dominic that she is not Maria at all, but her identical twin sister, Margaret. Maria has disappeared, and Margaret’s been persuaded to take her place until she’s found – and for that she needs Dominic’s help. The pair quickly find they make a formidable team, but with just three weeks to avoid the biggest scandal of the season, time is against them.

But even if they find Maria, can they really hope the wedding will happen? Because, as they are starting to realise, chemistry can’t be arranged – and Sir Dominic might just be engaged to the wrong Miss Nightingale…

Readers can’t get enough of Emma Orchard’s books:

‘If you’re girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp’ – THE TIMES

‘An exciting new talent’ – KATIE FFORDE

‘Hot stuff. I loved it!’ – FERN BRITTON

‘Absolutely glorious’ – SOPHIE IRWIN

‘A delicious Regency romp’ – ALAN TITCHMARSH

‘Sensual and exciting’ – HEIDI SWAIN

‘Heyer with spice!’ – LIZ FENWICK

‘Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy’ – KATY MORAN

‘Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy’ – SARAH BENNETT

‘Witty, spicy, seductive’ – HANNAH DOLBY

‘Perfect for fans of Bridgerton’ – DARCIE BOLEYN

‘Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!’ – CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD

‘A delicious slice of escapism’ – LAURA WOOD

‘Heart-thumping romance’ – JENNI KEER

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Spring is in the air in Starr’s Fall, and for two people, love may be just a roll of the dice away…

As the frozen earth gives way to the first spring crocuses, pushing their way into the warmer air, Maggie arrives in Starr’s Fall. She’s looking for a new start, with her lovable but painfully shy teenaged son in tow.

It feels like the odds are against her, but she’s determined to come out winning this time, and to fulfil her dream of opening up a board game café. But not everything’s a game, and when she finds herself attracted to a man who’s known as a different sort of player, she worries she’s setting herself up to lose.

Zach is funny, surprisingly geeky, and, most importantly, bonds with her son. But Zach is also drop-dead gorgeous, has a reputation around town, and is also ten years younger than her.

When he asks her out on a date, Maggie is totally thrown. She can’t deny she’s attracted to him. But is she ready to risk her heart with another roll of the dice?

A totally gorgeous, unmissable, small town romance, perfect for fans of the Gilmore Girls and Virgin River, from million-copy bestselling author, Kate Hewitt.

Readers love Kate Hewitt’s Starr’s Fall series:

“Loving the Gilmore Girls vibes of this gorgeous series. Starr’s Fall has stolen my heart! Beautiful setting, an adorable dog, fabulous community and a grumpy-sunshine combination. What more could you want?” Bestselling author, Jessica Redland

“The most gorgeous escapist romance! Think Gilmore Girls but add in a bookshop and an irresistible grumpy/sunshine romance. Don’t miss it!” Bestselling author, Amy Andrews

“I couldn’t get enough of this story and Starr’s Fall…. A cozy fall book and I loved every minute of it!” Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“You know when a book hits the spot at the right time? Well this book was that for me… I just had a smile on my face while I was reading it… I can’t wait for the next book set in this beautiful town.” Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I adored this book, it’s absolutely perfect for this Autumnal season, described in the book perfectly, the leaves are falling, with a crispness to the air and scents of coffee and pumpkin spice.” Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This book really transported me to Starr’s Fall. I could smell the fall air and feel the leaves crunch under my feet. I love how sweet this story is. Also, I love the journey that we go on with our main character. Packing my bags to move here immediately!” Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I loved this book so much!!! It’s the perfect book for the fall! It was emotional and heartwarming.” Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Okay, this book was adorable! Coming Home to Starr’s Fall made me wish I could call Starr’s Fall home… If you love autumn, dogs and cats, small towns, slow burns, closed doors/clean and wholesome romance, and Gilmore Girls vibes, you need to read this!” Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Charlotte James prefers having her head in the stars to having her feet on the ground.

Moving around for her job as an astronomical archivist gives Charlotte plenty of opportunity to avoid putting down roots. When she accepts a post in the idyllic Somerset village of Lower Brambleton to archive an old observatory before its demolition, all that is on her mind is a chance to preserve the treasures of this remarkable place and another summer without having to settle down.

Tristan Ashcombe is managing the development of Observatory Field and as far as he’s concerned, the sooner the observatory is razed to the ground the better. The building holds complicated memories for him and his family, memories he’s ready to put behind him.

But as Charlotte’s work begins to unravel mysteries from a complex past, she realises that there’s more to Tristan and Lower Brambleton than first impressions would suggest. Will Charlotte discover more than she bargained for, will she manage to avoid losing her heart in the process or is her fate already written in the stars?

Readers adore Fay Keenan’s warm-hearted, romantic stories guaranteed to make you smile and escape the world for a little while. Perfect for all fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Veronica Henry.

‘Fay Keenan’s books are filled with warmth and humour. They are the perfect escape!’ Jessica Redland

Readers love Fay Keenan:

‘Fay’s love for her characters shines through in the very vivid and realistic way in which she describes them… I grew to care about the characters and felt as though they had become friends of mine.’ ★★★★★

‘With its warmth, perfect setting, great characters and wonderful storytelling, this is a series I’d very much recommend.’ ★★★★★

‘Fay Keenan always writes such warm-hearted stories and her characters are so relatable.’ ★★★★★

‘Heartwarming, hopeful, uplifting, romantic – and just a thoroughly lovely read.’ ★★★★★

‘In these stressful days it is such a pleasure to find well-crafted, well-written, happy story to bury oneself in. Fay has done it again!’ ★★★★★

Authors love Fay Keenan’s novels:

‘Guaranteed to put a spring in your step. Feel-good, frisky and great fun with a hearty dash of romance and intrigue.’ Julie Houston

‘This is fast becoming a favourite series of mine. If you enjoy my books I’m sure you will love Fay’s too!’ Sarah Bennett

‘This novel has such a gorgeous setting. A lovely light read and the perfect book to pack in your suitcase and take on holiday. Recommended.’ Della Galton

‘A gorgeous rural romance full of warmth and charm.’ Victoria Connelly

‘Moving, funny, thoughtful and romantic. Bring on the next one!’ Jenny Kane

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Cocktail waitress Kelsey Armitage needs her job on board the Callisthenes cruise ship. Nursing a broken heart and an empty bank account, her trust is destroyed and she’s vowed never to fall for a man again. Instead, she’s only in the mood for one-stands. Not Happy Ever After’s.

But when a mysterious passenger orders a drink from her, she’s powerless to resist him. And soon one night turns into stolen and illicit moments at every opportunity. But romances with the passengers are strictly forbidden… and Kelsey is enjoying breaking all the rules.

Brooding billionaire Ari Callisthenes, heir to a Greek shipping line is undercover on his own cruise liner. His standards are impossibly high but his business is underperforming. He’s determined to find out why. However, he doesn’t expect the instantaneous chemistry with sexy cocktail waitress Kelsey or the whirlwind fling they find themselves entangled in. She awakens a part of himself he believed dead. But a future together is out of the question because he can’t tell her who he is…

Praise for Amy Andrews:

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‘Amy Andrews is one of my go-to romance authors’

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‘Messy, complicated, funny, intriguing and spicy!’

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‘The whole cast of characters had me laughing and tears brimming throughout.’

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‘This is a love story for the underdogs.’

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“Cissy Mecca is a skilled writer of page-turning plots and unforgettable characters.” Lucy Score

Rule one of the Bachelor Pact is simple: Never fall in love.

Temporarily returning home to Cedar Falls comes with mixed emotions. But having to work alongside the distractingly beautiful Pia, hired by my father before his unexpected death to run and restore my family’s inn, is a test I could do without. I don’t need help, especially from a stranger whose delectable body is inviting me to forget the most important rule of the Bachelor Pact.

I learned early on to avoid attachments, and Pia is completely off-limits. I’m technically her boss. Working together to renovate the crumbling inn, I try to shield my heart and ignore my body’s traitorous responses. But Pia’s laughter fills the dusty halls, melting my defences and testing my iron-clad resolve. As each day passes, the thought of returning to my old life as a cop in the city and leaving Pia becomes more and more difficult. Now, with my future and an age-old promise on the line, I’m left wondering if I should finally crack open the door to love I sealed so long ago.

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✨ Tropes & Themes ✨ ✧ Breaking her rules ✧ Bad Boy Hero ✧ Forced Proximity ✧Working together ✧ Opposites attract ✧ Temptation ✧ All the spice ️✧

Sometimes it’s fun to kiss and tell!

Sensible journalist Jess is not a rule breaker, especially where her career is involved. But trying to extract a tell-all interview from notorious art dealer and bad boy Xander Heaton is going to test her patience… and self-control. Because she must, at all costs remain professional, respectable and stay focused on the job at hand.

But it’s not long before Jess realizes that Xander spells trouble with a capital T and is living up to his tempting reputation! Trying to keep her distance, Jess decides that maybe she could break her golden rule, just this once to get Xander out of her system and her job back on track. But one night is never enough! And she learns that actually breaking her rules once in a while can lead to more fun than sticking to them!

‘A must read for romance lovers’ Sandy Barker

‘Fun, fabulous and flirty, you don’t want to miss this enjoyable romantic comedy by Christy McKellen’ Reader Review

Pick up this book and get lost in this absolutely great page turner! !!! Reader Review

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Can they stand the heat…?

Maggie’s in the running to be the next head chef at Michelin-starred Manhattan restaurant, Jean-Sébastien’s. Unfortunately, she’s competing against notoriously arrogant Ethan to prove she’s the best chef for the job.

Food critic Emily can make or break a chef’s career. When she visits the restaurant to see what interim head chef, Maggie, has to offer, Emily is having a particularly bad day…

Single mum Nayomi needs a job and Jean-Sébastien’s needs a kitchen porter – perfect! She just has to keep her head down and money coming in. But she’s desperate to speak up and help struggling chef Maggie – Nayomi’s own skills might be just the recipe to save Maggie’s career and impress Emily.

A delicious story of unexpected friendship and risking it all, for fans of Sarah Morgan and Milly Johnson.

Previously published as The Kitchen

Praise for Laura Carter:

‘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

‘Brilliant fun. You’ll love this pacy, sexy opposites attract romcom’ Sandy Barker

‘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

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A lifechanging encounter, a whirlwind affair… an unexpected consequence

Laura Gilchrist has always made sensible choices. But a trip to Provence to sell an inherited stone house leads her face to face with Noah Dufour. Her wild, irresistibly attractive real estate agent. And within an instant she’s bewitched. Without a second thought, she decides she’s going to accept his offer to ride on the back of his motorbike and see the beauty of the South of France though his eyes. She’s never acted on impulse before, but Noah makes her feel spontaneous and free – and a little bit excited.

Weeks later, with the memories of their passionate fling refusing to fade, Laura waits for her life to return to normal. But she can’t shake the feeling something has changed. And then her instincts are confirmed by the sight of two blue lines. Their connection was a whirlwind; perfect yet brief. But Noah has become a chink in her buttoned up armour and she knows her news is going to blindside him. Now she must return to Provence to find out whether they can both take a leap of faith based on one brief yet perfect holiday romance…

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I loved everything about this book. The storyline, characters, and ending. It will not disappoint! Reader Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️An evocative and uplifting escapist story. Reader Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘I didn’t want it to end, Highly recommended. Ten stars’ Reader Review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommend. One of the best romance novels I’ve read Reader Review

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Can love conquer all?

Jade and Finn are idyllically happy in their little corner of rural Wiltshire. A rescue centre jampacked with animals keeps them super busy. With Finn’s art going from strength to strength, Jade can’t believe they’re living the dream until an arrogant property developer with questionable motives jeopardises their perfect lives and the future plans of the rescue centre.

Jade and Finn both have trust issues and they’ve promised there’ll be no more secrets. But keeping promises is harder than either of them imagined, especially where Finn’s past is concerned.

Living with Mr Spock the potty-mouthed parrot and Mickey the dog who barks at TV baddies there’s never a dull moment at Duck Pond Rescue. But will the humans get their ‘happy-ever-after’ too?
Can they lay the ghosts of the past to rest and find a bright new future together?

Praise for Della Galton:

‘A delightful story, in what promises to be a wonderful new series, full of fun and animal drama!’ – Jo Bartlett

‘I Love this series. These heartwarming books are an ideal read while you are lazing in the sunshine, or wrapped up warm by the fire. I look forward to the next Della Galton book’ – Reader Review

‘A beautifully written, gentle story about self-acceptance, family and friendship.’ – Sarah Bennett

‘Brilliant. What another great book in this series. I love reading another instalment of life about the characters and animals. A perfect combination.’ – Reader Review

‘Puddleduck Farm will find its way into your heart – a wonderfully cosy read!’ – Fay Keenan

‘A warm, delightful read full of friendship and family with a touch of love on the horizon … I can’t wait to see what happens next at Puddleduck Farm!’ – Helen Rolfe

‘A gorgeous start to a heart-warming new series, filled with engaging characters and a delightful cast of animals. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Puddleduck Farm!’ – Jill Steeples

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