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The Gig (Speechless #2)
by Kim FieldingSequel to SpeechlessA Bones/Speechless CrossoverAn accident in Drew Clifton's past left the former novelist with aphasia, unable to communicate through either speech or writing. Through sheer strength of will, he built a quiet but lonely life for himself. But now he's fallen in love with Travis Miller. Travis has his own issues--a permanent eye injury and unemployment. But he's determined to help Drew find ways to engage and succeed again in the wider world, and a guitar-playing gig at a local coffeehouse seems like a good start. Dylan Warner and Chris Nock happen to be in the audience that evening, and they have a few niggling problems of their own. Perhaps a chance meeting will provide solutions that might benefit all of them.
The Gig - L'ingaggio (Senza parole #2)
by Kim Fielding Dreamspinner Italian TeamSeguito di Senza paroleUn crossover di Un buono scheletro e Senza paroleIn seguito a un incidente, l'ex romanziere Drew Clifton comincia a soffrire di afasia: non è in grado di comunicare né verbalmente né per iscritto. Solo grazie alla sua forza di volontà è riuscito a costruirsi una vita tranquilla ma solitaria. Ora, però, si è innamorato di Travis Miller. Anche Travis ha i suoi problemi: ha perso un occhio e il lavoro. È però determinato ad aiutare Drew a confrontarsi di nuovo con successo col mondo, e un ingaggio in una caffetteria della zona per suonare la chitarra sembra un inizio promettente. Dylan Warner e Chris Nock sono tra il pubblico proprio quella sera, anche loro con qualche fastidioso problema. Forse da quell'incontro casuale nasceranno delle opportunità che beneficeranno tutti loro.
The Gilded Cage
by Susannah BamfordDecember 31, 1889. As the sky over New York City explodes with fireworks on the eve of the new decade, an explosion in the streets causes social tremors that will rock the lives of three women who share a house on Twenty-Third Street: suffragette Columbine Nash, her assistant Bell Huxton, and Marguerite Corbeau, a young woman they&’ve adopted from the streets.Lovely noble Columbine, a woman ahead of her time, strives to correct the social ills that are created by her class; lush, beautiful Bell, battered and abused as a child, searches for a true love and a pure philosophy; and Marguerite, a passionate woman of mystery and self-indulgence, attempts to rise above her station and join the glittering stars of New York theatre.Their paths will diverge, but their destinies are entwined in this volatile decade of high contrast, a time when wasp-waisted beauties attend fabulous balls, while underpaid seamstresses talk of anarchy and strike, and in the midst of it all are three women, each living in a gilded cage of her own design, trapped by a difficult past, a promise made in haste, a blind faith in an unbending philosophy, Their liberation is the true story of The Gilded Cage.
The Gilded Cage (The Prison Healer)
by Lynette NoniKiva trades one cage for another when she leaves behind a deadly prison for a deceptive palace in this dark and dangerous sequel to The Prison Healer, which Sarah J. Maas called "a must-read."Kiva Meridan is a survivor.She survived not only Zalindov prison, but also the deadly Trial by Ordeal. Now Kiva&’s purpose goes beyond survival to vengeance. For the past ten years, her only goal was to reunite with her family and destroy the people responsible for ruining their lives. But now that she has escaped Zalindov, her mission has become more complicated than ever.As Kiva settles into her new life in the capital, she discovers she wasn&’t the only one who suffered while she was in Zalindov—her siblings and their beliefs have changed too. Soon it&’s not just her enemies she&’s keeping secrets from, but her own family as well.Outside the city walls, tensions are brewing from the rebels, along with whispers of a growing threat from the northern kingdoms. Kiva&’s allegiances are more important than ever, but she&’s beginning to question where they truly lie. To survive this time, she&’ll have to navigate a complicated web of lies before both sides of the battle turn against her and she loses everything.
The Gilded Cage: A gripping saga of long-lost family, power and passion
by Josephine CoxA young woman's search for her parentage has far-reaching repercussions... Josephine Cox writes a gripping saga in The Gilded Cage - a story of passion, ambition and discovering your roots. Perfect for fans of Lyn Andrews and Nadine Dorries.Powerful, hard-hearted Leonard Mears ruthlessly presides over his wife and children, exiling them from the outside world and brutally punishing any disobedience. But he is also a man with a dark secret; an illegitimate daughter that he forced his sister to bring up. The girl is now a young woman who, unbeknown to him, is determined to find the father that abandoned her.James Peterson, a gifted young man, runs Mear's factory with more success than Leonard's own sons. He lives for the day he can have his own business and make his fortune. Only then will he be able to declare his love for beautiful Isabel Mears who he means to release from the gilded cage her father has created. But then the lonely, lovely Sally comes in to his life, turning his heart and dreams upside down.What readers are saying about The Gilded Cage: 'This novel is Josephine Cox at her best... The strong characterisation and spellbinding plot made this book hard to resist...The plot has plenty of twists and Josephine manages to bring laughter, tragedy and intrigue into this novel''The Gilded Cage is another book that cannot be faulted, once I started it I couldn't put it down, a brilliant read''The author described the time and the people so easily that you felt like you knew them'
The Gilded Cage: A gripping saga of long-lost family, power and passion
by Josephine CoxA young woman's search for her parentage has far-reaching repercussions... Josephine Cox writes a gripping saga in The Gilded Cage - a story of passion, ambition and discovering your roots. Perfect for fans of Lyn Andrews and Nadine Dorries.Powerful, hard-hearted Leonard Mears ruthlessly presides over his wife and children, exiling them from the outside world and brutally punishing any disobedience. But he is also a man with a dark secret; an illegitimate daughter that he forced his sister to bring up. The girl is now a young woman who, unbeknown to him, is determined to find the father that abandoned her.James Peterson, a gifted young man, runs Mear's factory with more success than Leonard's own sons. He lives for the day he can have his own business and make his fortune. Only then will he be able to declare his love for beautiful Isabel Mears who he means to release from the gilded cage her father has created. But then the lonely, lovely Sally comes in to his life, turning his heart and dreams upside down. What readers are saying about The Gilded Cage: 'This novel is Josephine Cox at her best... The strong characterisation and spellbinding plot made this book hard to resist...The plot has plenty of twists and Josephine manages to bring laughter, tragedy and intrigue into this novel''The Gilded Cage is another book that cannot be faulted, once I started it I couldn't put it down, a brilliant read''The author described the time and the people so easily that you felt like you knew them'
The Gilded Crown: A Novel (The Raven's Trade #1)
by Marianne GordonThe Witch’s Heart meets The Foxglove King in this debut novel about a woman who can bring people back from the dead, and the princess—and only heir to the throne—that she must protect, no matter the cost.The first time Hellevir visited Death, she was ten years old…Since she was a little girl, Hellevir has been able to raise the dead. Every creature can be saved for a price, a price demanded by the shrouded figure who rules the afterlife, who takes a little more from Hellevir with each soul she resurrects.Such a gift can rarely remain a secret. When Princess Sullivain, sole heir to the kingdom’s throne, is assassinated, the Queen summons Hellevir to demand she bring her granddaughter back to life. But once is not enough; the killers might strike again. The Princess’s death would cause a civil war, so the Queen commands that Hellevir remain by her side.But Sullivain is no easy woman to be bound to, even as Hellevir begins to fall in love with her. With the threat of war looming, Hellevir must trade more and more of herself to keep the Princess alive.But Death will always take what he is owed.
The Gilded Heiress: A Novel
by Joanna ShupeUSA TODAY BESTSELLER!From USA Today bestselling author Joanna Shupe comes a spicy Anastasia story full of secrets and betrayal, set among the glittering streets of New York City's Gilded Age.In 1880 a baby was stolen from the wealthiest family in America. Though no ransom was ever demanded, the Pendelton family never gave up hope . . . and their reward became the stuff of legend.After being raised in a children’s asylum, Josie Smith ends up on the streets and quickly learns how to take care of herself. Her singing voice draws crowds on every corner, and she’ll stop at nothing to become famous and travel the world, loved and adored by all. Maybe then she won’t think about the family who gave her away as an infant.Leo Hardy isn’t afraid to use his charm and wits to make a fast buck, especially with a mother and five siblings to support. When he stumbles upon a beautiful young woman singing on the street, Leo notices her striking resemblance to the infamous missing baby’s mother, Mrs. Thomas Pendelton. The Hardys lost everything thanks to the Pendeltons, and once Leo sees Josie, he seizes the opportunity to settle the score. All he needs to do is pull off the biggest swindle of his career.As the two are catapulted into Knickerbocker High Society, they grow closer to their goal, as well as to each other. But secrets can only stay hidden for so long. Soon the truth unfolds, and both Josie and Leo must separate what’s real from what’s just gilding.
The Gilded Hour
by Sara DonatiThe international bestselling author of Into the Wilderness makes her highly anticipated return with a remarkable epic about two female doctors in nineteenth-century New York and the transcendent power of courage and love…The year is 1883, and in New York City, it’s a time of dizzying splendor, crushing poverty, and tremendous change. With the gravity-defying Brooklyn Bridge nearly complete and New York in the grips of anti-vice crusader Anthony Comstock, Anna Savard and her cousin Sophie—both graduates of the Woman’s Medical School—treat the city’s most vulnerable, even if doing so may put everything they’ve strived for in jeopardy.Anna's work has placed her in the path of four children who have lost everything, just as she herself once had. Faced with their helplessness, Anna must make an unexpected choice between holding on to the pain of her past and letting love into her life.For Sophie, an obstetrician and the orphaned daughter of free people of color, helping a desperate young mother forces her to grapple with the oath she took as a doctor—and thrusts her and Anna into the orbit of Anthony Comstock, a dangerous man who considers himself the enemy of everything indecent and of anyone who dares to defy him.With its vivid depictions of old New York and its enormously appealing characters, The Gilded Hour is a captivating, emotionally gripping novel that proves Sara Donati is an author at the height of her powers.A Seattle Times Best Book of 2015!From the Hardcover edition.
The Gilded Life of Matilda Duplaine: A Novel (Mira International Trade Paperback Edition Ser.)
by Alex BrunkhorstFamily secrets. Forbidden love. And the true price of wealth.The story begins with a dinner party invitation… When young journalist Thomas Cleary is sent to dig up quotes for the obituary of a legendary film producer, the man's eccentric daughter offers him access to the exclusive upper echelons of Hollywood society. As Thomas enters a world of private jets and sprawling mansions, his life and career take off beyond his wildest dreams.Then he meets Matilda Duplaine.Beautiful and mysterious, Matilda has spent her entire life within the walls of her powerful father's Bel-Air estate. Thomas is entranced, and the two begin a secret love affair. But the more he learns about the mysterious woman's identity, the more he realizes that privilege always comes with a price.
The Gilded Lily: A Novel
by Helen ArgersThe elegant and passionate Nina De Bonnard lives life by her own rules, changing beaus as often as she does gowns, in this delightful novel from award-winning author Helen Argers. Set in America's Gilded Age, The Gilded Lily moves from opulent Fifth Avenue parties to ostentatious summer mansions.
The Gilded Scarab (Lancaster's Luck #1)
by Anna ButlerWhen Captain Rafe Lancaster is invalided out of the Britannic Imperium's Aero Corps after crashing his aerofighter during the Second Boer War, his eyesight is damaged permanently, and his career as a fighter pilot is over. Returning to Londinium in late November 1899, he's lost the skies he loved, has no place in a society ruled by an elite oligarchy of powerful Houses, and is hard up, homeless, and in desperate need of a new direction in life. Everything changes when he buys a coffeehouse near the Britannic Imperium Museum in Bloomsbury, the haunt of Aegyptologists. For the first time in years, Rafe is free to be himself. In a city powered by luminiferous aether and phlogiston, and where powerful men use House assassins to target their rivals, Rafe must navigate dangerous politics, deal with a jealous and possessive ex-lover, learn to make the best coffee in Londinium, and fend off murder and kidnap attempts before he can find happiness with the man he loves.
The Gilded Seal (Tom Kirk Series #3)
by James TwiningAn art thief turned amateur sleuth is hired to catch a killer in a crime thriller that combines historical fact with a compellng mystery.It takes a thief to catch a killer . . .Once one of the world's foremost art thieves, Tom Kirk now operates on the other side of the law. But a grisly discovery at the site of the brazen theft of a Da Vinci painting—a crime that bears the unmistakable hallmark of an old nemesis—entangles him in a lethal weave of a mystery that blankets the globe . . . and reaches back through hundreds of years of European history.In Spain, a friend, a master forger, suffers a brutal, horrific death—while in New York the murder of a prominent attorney drags FBI agent Jennifer Browne into the murky world of high-end art forgery and the rotten heart of the global auction business. And for Kirk, vengeance may require him to cross the line once more—to uncover the devastating secrets hidden in the writings of a power-mad emperor . . . and behind the most famous smile in the world.Praise for book 1 of the Tom Kirk series:"An action hero as adroit and charismatic as Cussler's Dirk Pitt" -- Library Journal "Captivating engrossing debut written with style and panache. Twining is a worthy successor to Forsyth, Follett and Higgins. Highly recommended." -- Christopher Reichs, bestselling author of The Patriot's Club
The Gilded Web (Web #1)
by Mary BaloghBONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Mary Balogh's The Secret Mistress.From one of America's most beloved storytellers comes a classic love story--the breathtaking tale of a man and a woman caught in a web of temptation and seduction. All she wanted was to escape the hot, crowded London ballroom. But moments after stepping into the bitterly cold night, she is seized by a pair of strong hands and spirited away. Fully expecting to be ravished, sheltered Alexandra Purnell instead finds herself at the mercy of the man who saved her from certain scandal. Edmund, Earl of Amberley, is bold and sensual, tempting Alexandra to be reckless for the first time in her life. But as passion ignites, Edmund's offer of marriage takes Alexandra completely by surprise. Now a woman who craves her freedom above all else is about to discover how far one man will go to protect and possess the woman he loves....
The Gilded Years
by Karin TanabeA captivating historical novel based on the true story of Anita Hemmings, the first Black student to attend the prestigious Vassar College by – passing as white. For fans of The Vanishing Half and The Gilded Age.SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE Since childhood, Anita Hemmings has longed to attend the country&’s most exclusive school for women, Vassar College. Now, a bright, beautiful senior in the class of 1897, she is hiding a secret that would have banned her from admission: Anita is the only African-American student ever to attend Vassar. With her olive complexion and dark hair, she has successfully passed as white, but now finds herself rooming with Lottie Taylor, an heiress of one of New York&’s most prominent families. Though Anita has kept herself at a distance from her classmates, Lottie&’s sphere of influence is inescapable, her energy irresistible, and the two become fast friends. Pulled into her elite world, Anita learns what it&’s like to be treated as a wealthy, educated white woman – the person everyone believes her to be – and even finds herself in a heady romance with a well-off Harvard student. But when Lottie becomes curious about Anita&’s family the situation becomes particularly perilous, and as Anita&’s graduation looms, those closest to her will be the ones to dangerously threaten her secret. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Gilded Age, an era when old money traditions collided with modern ideas, The Gilded Years is a story of hope, sacrifice and betrayal – and a gripping account of how one woman dared to risk everything for the chance at a better life. &‘Smart and thoughtful … A must-read&’ PopSugar &‘Insightfully grapples with complex and compelling issues&’ Booklist &‘The beautiful and the damned takes on a whole new meaning … A poignant imagining inside the most complex survival phenomenon: passing. With the grandeur of the Gilded Age intertwined with romance and suspense, you won&’t be able to put this period piece down until you know how her story ends.&’ Vanity Fair
The Gin & Chowder Club
by Nan RossiterFrom the author of the Savannah Skies series, a love affair threatens to destroy the friendship between two neighboring families on Cape Cod one summer.The friendship between the Coleman and Shepherd families is as old and comfortable as the neighboring houses they occupy each summer on Cape Cod. Samuel and Sarah Coleman love those warm months by the water; the evenings spent on their porch, enjoying gin and tonics, good conversation and homemade clam chowder. Here they&’ve watched their sons, Isaac and Asa, grow into fine young men, and watched, too, as Nate Shepherd, aching with grief at the loss of his first wife, finally found love again with the much younger Noelle.But beyond the surface of these idyllic gatherings, the growing attraction between Noelle and handsome, college-bound Asa threatens to upend everything. In spite of her guilt and misgivings, Noelle is drawn into a reckless secret affair with far-reaching consequences. And over the course of one bittersweet, unforgettable summer, Asa will learn more than he ever expected about love—the joys and heartache it awakens in us, the lengths we&’ll go to keep it, and the countless ways it can change our lives forever . . .Praise for The Gin & Chowder Club&“Nostalgic and tender . . . Summons the passion of first love, the pain of first loss, and the unbreakable bonds of family that help us survive both.&” —Marie Bostwick, New York Times–bestselling author&“Eloquent and surprising . . . I love this story of faith, love, and the lasting bonds of family.&” —Ann Leary, author of The Good House
The Gin Lovers: A Novel
by Jamie BrennerSet against the turbulent and glamorous backdrop of Prohibition and the rise of the jazz age, Jamie Brenner's The Gin Lovers was first published as a six-part e-serial. Now this sensual and romantic story of how one high society woman's passion and courage lead her to love is available for the first time ever as a complete book.It's 1925, and the Victorian era with its confining morals is all but dead. Unfortunately, for New York socialite Charlotte Delacorte, the scandalous flapper revolution is little more than a headline in the tabloids. Living with her rigid and controlling husband William, her Fifth Avenue townhouse is a gilded cage. But when William's rebellious younger sister, the beautiful and brash Mae, comes to live with them after the death of their mother, Charlotte finds entrée to a world beyond her wildest dreams – and a handsome and mysterious stranger whom she imagines is as confident in the bedroom as he is behind the bar of his forbidden speakeasy.
The Gin O'Clock Club
by Rosie Blake'A fizzing feel-good read about living in the moment' Sun'If you want fiction that warms your cockles whilst simultaneously making them shake with laughter, then The Gin O'Clock Club is the book for you.' Isabelle Broom, author of My Map of You'Touching and hilarious' Jilly Cooper*Bring the sparkle and fizz back into your life with the help of The Gin O'Clock ClubLottie is always in a hurry, rushing through her days ticking tasks off her to-do lists. Teddy is worried about his granddaughter - and he knows that his late wife, Lily, would have known exactly what to say to make things better. Now that Lily has gone, it's up to Teddy to talk some sense into Lottie.With the help of Arjun, Geoffrey and Howard, the elderly reprobates who make up his Gin O'Clock Club, Teddy makes a plan to help Lottie find her way back to the things that really matter - family, friendship and love. But as Lottie balances a high-powered job with her reluctant attendance at whist drives, ballroom dances and bingo, Teddy wonders if she's really ready to open up her heart to the possibility of true happiness...Laugh, cry and fall in love with this colourful cast of characters in THE feel-good novel of the year*'A lovely, big-hearted book, a perfect lazy summer's day read. A gorgeous, warm-hearted read that you'll want to give to all your friends.' Tasmina Perry, author of The Pool House'A gorgeous cross generational romp with real heart. Pitch-perfect escapism for These Times.If you love Sophie Kinsella and Beth O'Leary you will want to preorder this' Daisy Buchanan, author and journalist'I loved this warm, funny, and charming story of dating old-school.' Eva Woods, author of How to be Happy'A fizzingly funny romantic hug of a book - I loved it' Katie Marsh, author of My Everything'The most charming and entertaining book I've read in a long time. Such warm-hearted writing. I can't wait for the next!' Kirsty Greenwood, author of Yours Truly'This warm witty ray of sunshine is making my day. I have been gripped from the start and you're in for a treat.' Josie Lloyd, author of The Cancer Ladies' Running Club'A book that reads like a tall, refreshing drink, I loved everything about The Gin O'Clock Club. Rosie Blake has written a beautiful novel, with layers of hilarity, heartache and a host of the most charming characters just waiting to bring you into their club.' Lisa Dickenson, author of You Had Me at Merlot
The Gin O'Clock Club
by Rosie Blake'A fizzing feel-good read about living in the moment' Sun'If you want fiction that warms your cockles whilst simultaneously making them shake with laughter, then The Gin O'Clock Club is the book for you.' Isabelle Broom, author of My Map of You'Touching and hilarious' Jilly Cooper*Bring the sparkle and fizz back into your life with the help of The Gin O'Clock ClubLottie is always in a hurry, rushing through her days ticking tasks off her to-do lists. Teddy is worried about his granddaughter - and he knows that his late wife, Lily, would have known exactly what to say to make things better. Now that Lily has gone, it's up to Teddy to talk some sense into Lottie.With the help of Arjun, Geoffrey and Howard, the elderly reprobates who make up his Gin O'Clock Club, Teddy makes a plan to help Lottie find her way back to the things that really matter - family, friendship and love. But as Lottie balances a high-powered job with her reluctant attendance at whist drives, ballroom dances and bingo, Teddy wonders if she's really ready to open up her heart to the possibility of true happiness...Laugh, cry and fall in love with this colourful cast of characters in THE feel-good novel of the year*'A lovely, big-hearted book, a perfect lazy summer's day read. A gorgeous, warm-hearted read that you'll want to give to all your friends.' Tasmina Perry, author of The Pool House'A gorgeous cross generational romp with real heart. Pitch-perfect escapism for These Times.If you love Sophie Kinsella and Beth O'Leary you will want to preorder this' Daisy Buchanan, author and journalist'I loved this warm, funny, and charming story of dating old-school.' Eva Woods, author of How to be Happy'A fizzingly funny romantic hug of a book - I loved it' Katie Marsh, author of My Everything'The most charming and entertaining book I've read in a long time. Such warm-hearted writing. I can't wait for the next!' Kirsty Greenwood, author of Yours Truly'This warm witty ray of sunshine is making my day. I have been gripped from the start and you're in for a treat.' Josie Lloyd, author of The Cancer Ladies' Running Club'A book that reads like a tall, refreshing drink, I loved everything about The Gin O'Clock Club. Rosie Blake has written a beautiful novel, with layers of hilarity, heartache and a host of the most charming characters just waiting to bring you into their club.' Lisa Dickenson, author of You Had Me at Merlot
The Gin Rickey (The\other Team Ser. #3)
by G. R. George Renee George"Get a room, guys." Ricky, who'd been stirring a pot of chili, waved a sauced spoon at them. "And not this one." Meet Ricky the cook and biology student Alex in The Gin Rickey, Book 3 of The Other Team series from USA Today bestselling GLBT romance author Renee George, writing as G.R. George. Welcome to the best little gay bar in the Midwest, where the drinks are cold, the men are hot, and it's always Happy Hour.Alex Michaels values intellect and propriety. To help pay the bills while he finishes his biological research degree, he waits tables at The Other Team Sports Bar and Grill. He's trying to avoid romantic entanglements to focus on his studies, but the new cook, Ricky McNeil, is dangerously attractive. Ricky's scars and tattoos have Alex both scared and horny.It doesn't take long for Alex to cave in to their insane attraction. But can two men from two different worlds have more than just a physical connection?This GLBT short contemporary romance contains explicit male/male content and is not intended for readers under the age of 18. The Other Team series was originally called the CockTails series.Previously published: (2014) Renee George
The Gingerbread Bakery (Dream Harbor #Book Five)
by Laurie GilmoreAs owner of her beloved Gingerbread Bakery, Annie Andrews should have a love life to match her business; sugary and sweet. But instead, she’s locked in a game of words with the irritatingly upbeat bar owner down the street. <P><P> Mac Sullivan has everything he wants, except the girl he dreams of. It’s easier to argue with Annie than get her to talk to him but with Jeanie and Logan’s wedding coming up, they're about to spend a lot more time together. <P><P> As the snowflakes fall and with romance in the air, will Annie see that the one she loves to hate might just be her perfect match after all? <P><P> The Gingerbread Bakery is a cozy romantic novel with an enemies to lovers dynamic, small-town setting and a HEA guaranteed!
The Gingerbread Cafe: Curl up this winter with the most heart-warming festive romance set in the Cotswolds
by Anita FaulknerThe brand-new Cotswold romance from Anita Faulkner, author of A COLOURFUL COUNTRY ESCAPE. Cosy up for chilly winter nights, falling snow and heart-stopping romance - the perfect festive read!'Don't miss this enchanting sparkly Christmas read . . . grab it as soon as you can and devour, along with a steaming mug of hot chocolate, marshmallows and a gingerbread cookie!' GEORGIA HILLCan Gretel find the recipe for the perfect Christmas? The Gingerbread Café is always full of Christmas magic. Come rain or shine (or even a July heatwave), there's always a hot chocolate bursting with cinnamon and marshmallows waiting for you. For introverted Gretel, it's been the perfect escape from 'real life'. The owner, Nell, is Gretel's last link to her late mum, and hiding out at the café feels so much safer than making new friends. So when Nell suddenly passes, Gretel is left heartbroken. Then she discovers that Nell has left the café to her - but there's a catch. Gretel has to share the running of The Gingerbread Café with the least festive person ever: Nell's nephew, Lukas. Head chef at the local fancy restaurant, Lukas makes it clear he has no time for the café, Gretel or even Christmas itself, and Gretel's too busy struggling to save her burnt batches of gingerbread to work out why. Gretel is determined to keep Christmas alive and make the café a success before Lukas hands the keys over to the scrooge-like developers. But she can't do it alone; besides an over friendly ferret and a waitress with a secret, the only person she has now is Lukas. Will it take a Christmas miracle to get the pair to finally see eye to eye, or could the ice already be melting? Packed full of sugar and spice, The Gingerbread Café will tick all the wishes off your Christmas list this festive period. Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Jo Thomas and Bella Osborne. 'A beautiful Christmas story full of love and festive magic' KATIE GINGERPRAISE FOR ANITA FAULKNER:'Full of fun and colour' BELLA OSBORNE'A heart-warming and uplifting romance!' HOLLY MARTIN'Such a fun ride! Faulkner brings colour and humour to every line' PERNILLE HUGHES'I absolutely adored this book. Fresh, funny and upbeat' KITTY WILSON'Pure delight - I loved it!' NICOLA MAY'Endlessly joy-lit. Bursting with character and warmth' CHRISTIE BARLOW'A vibrant, charming book. Makes me quite want to take a colourful adventure of my own, especially after these rather beige past couple of years!' ISLA GORDON
The Gingerbread Cafe: Curl up this winter with the most heart-warming festive romance set in the Cotswolds
by Anita FaulknerThe brand-new Cotswold romance from Anita Faulkner, author of A COLOURFUL COUNTRY ESCAPE. Cosy up for chilly winter nights, falling snow and heart-stopping romance - the perfect festive read!'Don't miss this enchanting sparkly Christmas read . . . grab it as soon as you can and devour, along with a steaming mug of hot chocolate, marshmallows and a gingerbread cookie!' GEORGIA HILLCan Gretel find the recipe for the perfect Christmas? The Gingerbread Café is always full of Christmas magic. Come rain or shine (or even a July heatwave), there's always a hot chocolate bursting with cinnamon and marshmallows waiting for you. For introverted Gretel, it's been the perfect escape from 'real life'. The owner, Nell, is Gretel's last link to her late mum, and hiding out at the café feels so much safer than making new friends. So when Nell suddenly passes, Gretel is left heartbroken. Then she discovers that Nell has left the café to her - but there's a catch. Gretel has to share the running of The Gingerbread Café with the least festive person ever: Nell's nephew, Lukas. Head chef at the local fancy restaurant, Lukas makes it clear he has no time for the café, Gretel or even Christmas itself, and Gretel's too busy struggling to save her burnt batches of gingerbread to work out why. Gretel is determined to keep Christmas alive and make the café a success before Lukas hands the keys over to the scrooge-like developers. But she can't do it alone; besides an over friendly ferret and a waitress with a secret, the only person she has now is Lukas. Will it take a Christmas miracle to get the pair to finally see eye to eye, or could the ice already be melting? Packed full of sugar and spice, The Gingerbread Café will tick all the wishes off your Christmas list this festive period. Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Jo Thomas and Bella Osborne. 'A beautiful Christmas story full of love and festive magic' KATIE GINGERPRAISE FOR ANITA FAULKNER:'Full of fun and colour' BELLA OSBORNE'A heart-warming and uplifting romance!' HOLLY MARTIN'Such a fun ride! Faulkner brings colour and humour to every line' PERNILLE HUGHES'I absolutely adored this book. Fresh, funny and upbeat' KITTY WILSON'Pure delight - I loved it!' NICOLA MAY'Endlessly joy-lit. Bursting with character and warmth' CHRISTIE BARLOW'A vibrant, charming book. Makes me quite want to take a colourful adventure of my own, especially after these rather beige past couple of years!' ISLA GORDON
The Gingerbread Cafe: Curl up this winter with the most heart-warming festive romance set in the Cotswolds
by Anita FaulknerThe brand-new Cotswold romance from Anita Faulkner, author of A COLOURFUL COUNTRY ESCAPE. Cosy up for chilly winter nights, falling snow and heart-stopping romance - the perfect festive read!'Cosy, charming and utterly captivating' HEIDI SWAINCAN GRETEL FIND THE RECIPE FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS? The Gingerbread Café is always full of Christmas magic. Come rain or shine (or even a July heatwave), there's always a hot chocolate bursting with cinnamon and marshmallows waiting for you. For introverted Gretel, it's been the perfect escape from 'real life'. The owner, Nell, is Gretel's last link to her late mum, and hiding out at the café feels so much safer than making new friends. So when Nell suddenly passes, Gretel is left heartbroken. Then she discovers that Nell has left the café to her - but there's a catch. Gretel has to share the running of The Gingerbread Café with the least festive person ever: Nell's nephew, Lukas. Head chef at the local fancy restaurant, Lukas makes it clear he has no time for the café, Gretel or even Christmas itself, and Gretel's too busy struggling to save her burnt batches of gingerbread to work out why. Gretel is determined to keep Christmas alive and make the café a success before Lukas hands the keys over to the scrooge-like developers. But she can't do it alone; besides an over friendly ferret and a waitress with a secret, the only person she has now is Lukas. Will it take a Christmas miracle to get the pair to finally see eye to eye, or could the ice already be melting? Packed full of sugar and spice, The Gingerbread Café will tick all the wishes off your Christmas list this festive period. Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Jo Thomas and Bella Osborne.'Don't miss this enchanting sparkly Christmas read . . . grab it as soon as you can and devour, along with a steaming mug of hot chocolate, marshmallows and a gingerbread cookie!' GEORGIA HILL 'A beautiful Christmas story full of love and festive magic' KATIE GINGER'One of the most beautiful Christmas books I've ever read. Warm, lovely, homely, and filled with community spirit and festive joy in all the right places!' JAIMIE ADMANS PRAISE FOR ANITA FAULKNER:'Full of fun and colour' BELLA OSBORNE'A heart-warming and uplifting romance!' HOLLY MARTIN'Such a fun ride! Faulkner brings colour and humour to every line' PERNILLE HUGHES'I absolutely adored this book. Fresh, funny and upbeat' KITTY WILSON'Pure delight - I loved it!' NICOLA MAY'Endlessly joy-lit. Bursting with character and warmth' CHRISTIE BARLOW'A vibrant, charming book. Makes me quite want to take a colourful adventure of my own, especially after these rather beige past couple of years!' ISLA GORDON
The Gingerbread Christmas Village: A totally uplifting and romantic seasonal read
by Kiley DunbarEveryone deserves a Christmas treat... The annual Wheaton gingerbread exhibit (a model village made of gingerbread) and grotto has been an important part of the sleepy Cotswold hamlet’s Christmas celebrations for decades. For years the gingerbread exhibition drew visitors from across the region and each year the model town grew more elaborate and ambitious but recently, interest has been dwindling. The gingerbread grotto needs to be rehomed or close forever. Sixty-four-year-old Margi, the event’s founder, has had enough of village life (and its total lack of eligible men) and is planning to sell up and head to Birmingham to live closer to her niece. She has lost her spark and her Christmas spirit and decides this will be her last gingerbread village, but despairs when she finds her only support is her old friend, Izzy, her niece Lucy from Birmingham, and Fern, the shy young farmer’s daughter. Oh, and Patrick, the gorgeous, reliable school caretaker. As if this wasn’t enough, Lucy is determined to get her out dating again and persuades her to try some online dating apps but Margi’s had her heart broken too many times and wonders if she has just missed her chance. Can they save the Gingerbread Grotto and can Margi get her old spark and her Christmas spirit back? A cosy, totally feelgood seasonal read that will have you smiling. The perfect read to snuggle up and have you feeling festive! Fans of Jenny Colgan and Trisha Ashley will love this book. Readers are loving The Gingerbread Christmas Village: 'If you want a feel-good romance...then Kiley Dunbar is definitely the author to turn to. A wonderful festive read!' ***** Reader Review 'A delightful exploration of community, multi generational friendships and love. It is full of seasonal warmth, the scent of cinnamon and the spark of Christmas lights.' ***** Reader Review 'This was a beautiful festive read which really gets to the heart of Christmas...uplifting and positive and brought happiness to the reader.' ***** Reader Review 'The ending was perfect... I finished the book feeling warm, cheery, hopeful, and smiling.' ***** Reader Review 'A beautiful storyline, great cast of characters, and beautiful scenery. I loved every moment...Kiley's books are such a treat!' ***** Reader Review 'I went into this story blind and was DELIGHTED that it featured an older heroine!' ***** Reader Review Praise fo Kiley Dunbar's cosy, warm, festive reads: ‘What an adorable, emotional, and beautiful read!!...made me believe in the Christmas magic all over again…This is certainly one of my favourite holiday reads and a book that will stick with me.’ Diary of a Book Fiend ‘Wow!!...This is a must read, heartwarming Christmas story. I would easily give this book hundreds of stars.’ Little Miss Book Lover 87 ‘The epitome of Christmas, winter wonderlands, sleds, warm fires and the coziest of romances…If Kiley keeps writing holiday stories like this I may give up all other genres of books.’ Reading Girl Reviews ‘With plenty of Christmassy feel-good vibes and cute puppies, it's a wonderful holiday romance.’ Ellesea Loves Reading ‘Full of festive feeling, fabulous characters, friends, family, and snow…I just loved every second of this book.’ Rachel’s Random Reads ‘There's many types of Christmas books. But the best ones? Those are the ones that leave you feeling things...Kiley Dunbar managed to make me fall in love with her characters and left me with actual tears in my eyes.’ Walking Through The Pages 'It's so festive and wintery and simply gorgeous!...The characters were enjoyable to get to know and I loved th