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The Hygge Holiday: The warmest, funniest, cosiest romantic comedy of the year
by Rosie BlakeThe perfect recipe for hygge: make a hot chocolate, draw the curtains, snuggle under a blanket and read your way to happiness!It's autumn in Yulethorpe and everyone is gloomy. It's cold, drizzly and the skies are permagrey. The last shop on the high street - an adorable little toy shop - has just shut its doors. Everything is going wrong for Yulethorpe this autumn. Until Clara Kristensen arrives.Clara is on holiday but she can see the potential in the pretty town, so she rolls up her sleeves and sets to work. Things are looking up until Joe comes to Yulethorpe to find out exactly what is going on with his mother's shop. Joe is Very Busy and Important in the City and very sure that Clara is up to no good. Surely no one would work this hard just for the fun of it?Can a man who answers emails at 3 a. m. learn to appreciate the slower, happier, hygge things in life - naps, candles, good friends and maybe even falling in love?Rosie Blake isBrilliantly fun - HeatJust brilliant - Fabulous magazineHilarious - Hello****Reviewers love The Hygge Holiday'Feel-good fiction at its absolute finest' - Isabelle Broom, Heat'The most gorgeous read' - Sun'What a wonderful book! Rosie Blake's best novel yet - I had such a gorgeous time reading this story that I couldn't put it down. It was genuinely funny, warm-hearted, and full of unforgettable characters. A pure heartwarming pleasure of a read.' - bestselling author Kirsty GreenwoodLight the scented candles and hunker down on the sofa with a hot choc... this funny, warm hug of a book is the ideal companion. - Fabulous magazine'The Hygge Holiday is hilarious, cosy, heart-warming, fulfilling; pretty much everything you would want from a book... An absolutely phenomenal tale from the incredibly talented Rosie Blake... Be prepared to devour The Hygge Holiday in one sitting. Be prepared to love this book, because yes, it truly is THAT fabulous. Five stars for sure.' - The Writing Garnet'I loved it' - Heidi Swain, author of Mince Pies and Mistletoe at the Christmas Market
The Hymn to Dionysus
by Natasha PulleyA timely and timeless reimagining of the story of Dionysus, Greek God of ecstasy and madness, revelry and ruin, for readers of The Song of Achilles and Elektra.Raised in a Greek legion, Phaidros has been taught to fight for the homeland he's never seen and to follow his commander's orders at all costs. But when he rescues a baby from a fire at Thebes's palace, his commander's orders cease to make sense: Phaidros is forced to abandon the blue-eyed boy at a temple, and to keep the baby's existence a secret.Years later, after a strange encounter that led to the death of his battalion, Phaidros has become a training master for young soldiers. He struggles with panic attacks and flashbacks, and he is not the only one: all around him, his fellow veterans are losing their minds.Phaidros's risk of madness is not his only problem: his life has become entangled with Thebes's young crown prince, who wishes to escape the marriage his mother, the Queen, has chosen for him. When the prince vanishes, Phaidros is drawn into the search for him-a search that leads him to a blue-eyed witch named Dionysus, whose guidance is as wise as the events that surround him are strange. In Dionysus's company, Phaidros witnesses sudden outbursts of riots and unrest, and everywhere Dionysus goes, rumors follow about a new god, one sired by Zeus but lost in a fire.In The Hymn to Dionysus, bestselling author Natasha Pulley transports us to an ancient empire on the edge of ruin to tell an utterly captivating story about a man needing a god to remind him how to be a human.Praise for The Hymn to Dionysus'[A] fresh and stylish reimagining . . . Fans of Greek myth retellings won't want to miss this' Publishers Weekly, Starred review 'Witty, bittersweet, surprising, and compellingly readable' Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review 'A completely original and bewitching adventure' A. D. Rhine, author of Daughters of Bronze and Horses of Fire 'A dazzling labyrinth of a book that pulls you in with both hands' Luna McNamara, author of PSYCHE AND EROS 'This is more than a story of love and escape and broken chains. This is more than an exquisitely crafted tale. This book is a candle in a dark hour' Maya Deane, author of Wrath Goddess Sing '[Pulley] makes the ancient world feel close-by. I was enthralled from the first page to the last'Elyse John, author of Orphia and Eurydicius 'This novel twists the ideas of duty and honour, exploring the depths of humanity and the power of connection in a world consumed by chaos. An absolute must-read' Crystal King, bestselling author of In the Garden of Monsters and Feast of Sorrow
The Hymn to Dionysus
by Natasha PulleyA timely and timeless reimagining of the story of Dionysus, Greek God of ecstasy and madness, revelry and ruin, for readers of The Song of Achilles and Elektra.Raised in a Greek legion, Phaidros has been taught to fight for the homeland he's never seen and to follow his commander's orders at all costs. But when he rescues a baby from a fire at Thebes's palace, his commander's orders cease to make sense: Phaidros is forced to abandon the blue-eyed boy at a temple, and to keep the baby's existence a secret.Years later, after a strange encounter that led to the death of his battalion, Phaidros has become a training master for young soldiers. He struggles with panic attacks and flashbacks, and he is not the only one: all around him, his fellow veterans are losing their minds.Phaidros's risk of madness is not his only problem: his life has become entangled with Thebes's young crown prince, who wishes to escape the marriage his mother, the Queen, has chosen for him. When the prince vanishes, Phaidros is drawn into the search for him-a search that leads him to a blue-eyed witch named Dionysus, whose guidance is as wise as the events that surround him are strange. In Dionysus's company, Phaidros witnesses sudden outbursts of riots and unrest, and everywhere Dionysus goes, rumors follow about a new god, one sired by Zeus but lost in a fire.In The Hymn to Dionysus, bestselling author Natasha Pulley transports us to an ancient empire on the edge of ruin to tell an utterly captivating story about a man needing a god to remind him how to be a human.Praise for The Hymn to Dionysus'[A] fresh and stylish reimagining . . . Fans of Greek myth retellings won't want to miss this' Publishers Weekly, Starred review 'Witty, bittersweet, surprising, and compellingly readable' Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review 'A completely original and bewitching adventure' A. D. Rhine, author of Daughters of Bronze and Horses of Fire 'A dazzling labyrinth of a book that pulls you in with both hands' Luna McNamara, author of PSYCHE AND EROS 'This is more than a story of love and escape and broken chains. This is more than an exquisitely crafted tale. This book is a candle in a dark hour' Maya Deane, author of Wrath Goddess Sing '[Pulley] makes the ancient world feel close-by. I was enthralled from the first page to the last'Elyse John, author of Orphia and Eurydicius 'This novel twists the ideas of duty and honour, exploring the depths of humanity and the power of connection in a world consumed by chaos. An absolute must-read' Crystal King, bestselling author of In the Garden of Monsters and Feast of Sorrow
The Hystorye of Olyuer of Castylle (Medieval Texts Series #No. 14)
by Gail OrgelfingerIn 1518, Wynkyn de Worde, Caxton’s successor as book publisher in London, issued a translation by Henry Watson of the Franco-Burgundian romance L'Istoire d'olivier de castille. The romance had already enjoyed great popularity on the Continent, having been printed first in French in 1482, in Spanish in 1499, in Flemish c. 1510 and in German in 1521.^ An Italian edition would follow in 1552. And another English version, this time translated from the Italian, appeared in 1695. Here an English translated version.
The I Hate To Date Club
by Elda MingerFor five 30-something women, the only obstacle to marriage is. . . datingEva: Forget the dog. Eva is Man's Best Friend, with a pedigree of potentials-turned-pals to prove it. Frances: Since her nasty divorce, she's avoided the romance rat race for two years too long. Wendy: She's been given a diamond ring. . . by another woman's husband. Ariel: A serial dumper - she cuts loose any man who tries to get too close. Michelle: She thought she'd wed The One, and can't believe she's suddenly a SWF ISO (Single White Female In Search Of). . . again. Enough!Together, they form a support group to turn their woes to wins, and discover the darnedest truth: Dating ain't so bad. . . ;when your girlfriend's got your back.
The I Love You Book: More Than 500 Ways to Show the Ones You Love That You Care
by Cynthia MacGregor Vic BobbThrough ingenious activities, gifts, and projects, this book provides concrete ways to say "I love you" to family, friends, or a special someone — with actions rather than words. These inexpensive and thoughtful ideas are appropriate for special occasions or spur-of-the-moment expressions of love. Some of the ideas include renting a bicycle built for two, sending a weekly postcard to parents recalling specific childhood memories, and transcribing a child's oral stories to create her first book. Black-and-white illustrations are included throughout.
The Ice Bride
by Ripley ProserpinaShe crashed into their life, and changed everything.Betha lives for adventure. A photojournalist who’s used to taking risks, it takes a lot to surprise her. Then her plane crashes in the Canadian wilderness and she comes face-to-face with her destiny. The Jötnar are born and bred as warriors, but the world has changed, and brothers Raynor, Grim, and Fenris have no place in it. Without a battle to win, they struggle to find meaning in their lives. Until Betha. One glance is all it takes for them to realize she’s meant for them, except for one glaring fact— Betha’s human. With a little help from the boys’ mother, Betha, Grim, Raynor, and Fenris’s lives are changed forever. Will they accept what their hearts know to be true? Or will they deny the connection binding them together?
The Ice Child: A Novel
by Elizabeth CookeOne of history&’s great unsolved mysteries is the basis for Elizabeth Cooke&’s exhilarating and deeply moving extreme-adventure novel about Arctic exploration, survival, and the unshakable bond between parents and children In 1845 Sir John Franklin and his crew of 128 men set out for the Arctic in search of the Northwest Passage. They were never seen or heard from again. Now, in an eerie replay of that tragedy, renowned archaeologist and Cambridge professor Douglas Marshall has vanished in Greenland while attempting to solve the centuries-old mystery. When journalist Jo Harper interviews Marshall&’s wife, it is the beginning of her own obsession with the lost expedition . . . and with Douglas Marshall. This suspenseful, keenly touching tale of adventure, love, and survival shifts back and forth between the doomed 1845 voyage, told from the perspective of young ship hand Augustus Peterman, and Jo Harper&’s present-day relationship with an extraordinary man who will change her profoundly, inspiring her to undertake her own seemingly impossible journey.
The Ice Cream Girls: a gripping psychological thriller from the bestselling author
by Dorothy KoomsonAs teenagers, Poppy Carlisle and Serena Gorringe were the only witnesses to a tragic event. Amid heated public debate, the two seemingly glamorous teens were dubbed 'The Ice Cream Girls' by the press and were dealt with by the courts.Years later, having led very different lives, Poppy is keen to set the record straight about what really happened, while Serena wants no one in her present to find out about her past. But some secrets will not stay buried - and if theirs is revealed, everything will become a living hell all over again...
The Ice Cream Man: Romantic Comedy (Korbel Classic Romance Humorous Series #1)
by Kathleen Korbel Eileen Dreyer"A comedy of errors and mistaken identities, funny, warm and really entertaining." ~KumotteiruGood Humor Abounds When the Ice Cream Man Falls for His Suspect Divorcee Jenny Lake suspects the new ice cream man, Nick Barnett, is selling more than bompops off his truck. The neighbors think Nick is dealing drugs.Nick fears Jenny is more than the frazzled mom of two she portrays, as all evidence makes her suspect number one in his check-kiting case.Of course, Nick also knows a cop should never fall in love with his suspect. And a man who can't tolerate kids shouldn't love a woman who wants a houseful. But somehow he keeps forgetting as he does everything possible to prove the evidence wrong.AWARDS:RITA Award, WinnerKORBEL CLASSICS: HUMOROUS SERIES, in orderThe Ice Cream ManIsn't It Romantic?A Prince of a GuyPrincess and the PeaA Fine MadnessALSO by Eileen Dreyer:Nothing PersonalBrain DeadBad MedicineIf Looks Could Kill
The Ice King
by Dinah Dean[From the back cover:] He was acting like a jealous man. But the moment the thought entered her head, Tanya dismissed it as utterly impossible. A person had to have feelings in order to be jealous, and Prince Nikolai hadn't earned the name Ice King for nothing. He seemed devoid of all emotion--particularly love. What had happened to him, wondered Tanya, to turn his heart so cold that no woman had been able to thaw it? The answer to the question was shocking, and it turned Tanya's feelings into a confused mixture of pity ... and love.
The Ice King: A gripping adventure of courage and honour (Twilight of the Celts #3)
by M. K. HumeThe Last Dragon must create a kingdom of his own... Embarking on his ultimate voyage, Arthur, The Last Dragon, must brave the high seas and battle his way back to Britain in The Ice King, the explosive conclusion to M.K. Hume's Twilight of the Celts trilogy. The perfect read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Ian Ross.'Historical fiction of the most bloodthirsty and roistering kind' - Australian Bookseller & Publishers Magazine It is several years now since Arthur, the Last Dragon of Britain, has set foot on home soil. Roaming the Land of the Denes, he has not only engaged in brutal and bloody conflict with the barbaric Geats, but he has also unearthed the most evil force within the royal court of Heorot. And, under the guidance of Stormbringer, the mighty Sae Dene king, he has honed his skills as a commander.Now the time has come for Arthur to brave the dangers of the frozen north as he and a band of daring sea-faring warriors prepare to embark on his ultimate voyage - to return to Britain and to create a kingdom of his own...What readers are saying about The Ice King: 'Wonderful storytelling does this book an enormous credit thus making it such a thrill to read from start to finish''An excellent completion of the Arthur trilogy - well constructed, good characters and a good read''Brilliant as usual. Five stars'
The Ice Maiden's Sheikh (Sons of the Desert #9)
by Alexandra SellersThey'd met but once. Yet during that encounter, Jalia Shahbazi knew that her life was in danger. At least, her life as she wanted it. So she'd fled Bagestan, where she was re-enthroned royalty, for Europe, where she was refreshingly herself, to fight falling prey to the man his people called the Falcon: Sheikh Latif Abd al Razzaq Shahin. And when maintaining distance proved impossible, she flaunted the last weapon in her arsenal.Another man's ring.Yet Latif saw through the lie. He knew there was no man behind the bauble, just as he knew that her passion was his for the taking.Her love was another matter....
The Ice Man
by Brittany YoungAuthor of more than twenty novels, Brittany Young brings her dramatic, sensual style to Intimate MomentsHE WAS THE ONE MAN SHE HAD NO BUSINESS WANTINGBut from the moment undercover investigator Kyra Courtland laid eyes on Jack Allessandro, she was consumed by a fierce and undeniable desire for the aloof, all-business shipping tycoon.If Jack was guilty of treason, it was her job to find out. But the warmth Kyra discovered beneath Jack's icy demeanor had her praying he was innocent. But if he was, what then? What would happen to the love in his eyes when he found out his ravishing new "assistant" had wormed her way into his company-and his trust-only to spy on him?
The Ice Palace: Large Print (Hesperus Classics Ser.)
by F. Scott FitzgeraldA young southern woman is bored with her unchanging environment, and—much to her friends&’ chagrin—gets engaged to a northern man. After disregarding their concerns, she travels north during the winter to visit her fiancé&’s home town and meet his family, and comes to a major realization.
The Ice Prince (Orsini Brides #1)
by Sandra MartonPrince Draco Valenti, known as the ice prince, bears his title reluctantly, and wears his icy exterior like a suit of armor that no opponent can penetrate....Except Anna Orsini. She isn't any ordinary adversary, she's a high-flying, straight-talking lawyer in a no-nonsense suit and killer stilettos-conflicting signals that perplex, frustrate and attract Draco all at the same time....While they're at odds in business, in the bedroom Draco's desire for Anna has the power to melt his defenses. The temptation to play with fire is overwhelming....
The Ice Princess (Princes #4)
by Elizabeth HoytSEVEN NIGHTS OF SIN As the madam of Aphrodite's Grotto, the most infamous brothel in London, Coral Smythe knows everything possible about men's needs and desires. Yet she's never experienced the love of a single man-not even that of Captain Isaac Wargate whose hawk-like eyes stare at her with both condemnation...and lust.SEVEN NIGHTS OF ECSTASY Captain Wargate heartily disapproves of the sensuous madam who always wears a golden mask. She lures his officers from both his ship and their duty. But when Coral herself is offered up as the prize in a game of chance, Wargate impulsively enters...and wins.SEVEN NIGHTS OF LOVE Now the puritanical navy captain has just seven nights to learn everything he can about the mysterious madam and what she knows of a man's desires. But when Coral is threatened by the new owner of Aphrodite's Grotto, will Wargate take a chance on the woman beneath the mask...and on love?
The Ice Swan
by J'nell CiesielskiAmid the violent last days of the glittering Russian monarchy, a princess on the run finds her heart where she least expects it.1917, Petrograd. Fleeing the murderous flames of the Russian Revolution, Princess Svetlana Dalsky hopes to find safety in Paris with her mother and sister. But the city is buckling under the weight of the Great War, and the Bolsheviks will not rest until they have erased every Russian aristocrat from memory. Svetlana and her family are forced into hiding in Paris&’s underbelly, with little to their name but the jewels they sewed into their corsets before their terrifying escape.Born the second son of a Scottish duke, the only title Wynn MacCallan cares for is that of surgeon. Putting his talents with a scalpel to good use in the hospitals in Paris, Wynn pushes the boundaries of medical science to give his patients the best care possible. After treating Svetlana for a minor injury, he is pulled into a world of decaying imperial glitter. Intrigued by this mysterious, cold, and beautiful woman, Wynn follows Svetlana to an underground Russian club where drink, dance, and questionable dealings collide on bubbles of vodka.Out of money and options, Svetlana agrees to a marriage of convenience with the handsome and brilliant Wynn, who will protect her and pay off her family&’s debts. It&’s the right thing for a good man to do, but Wynn cannot help hoping the marriage will turn into one of true affection. When Wynn&’s life takes an unexpected turn, so does Svetlana&’s—and soon Paris becomes as dangerous as Petrograd. And as the Bolsheviks chase them to Scotland, Wynn and Svetlana begin to wonder if they will ever be able to outrun the love they are beginning to feel for one another.&“The Ice Swan is a ray of light in the middle of a Europe that was sinking into darkness. Ciesielski&’s talent for storytelling from the heart is a feast for the readers&’ eyes.&” —Mario Escobar, international bestselling author of Remember Me and Children of the StarsAdventurous World War I historical romanceFor fans of Kate Quinn, Beatriz Williams, and Aimie K. RunyanFull-length, stand-alone novel (approx. 120,000 words)Includes discussion questions for book clubs
The Icelandic Doc's Baby Surprise: The Icelandic Doc's Baby Surprise / Christmas With Her Lost-and-found Lover (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Louisa HeatonTheir passionate fling…Has given them a gift to last a lifetime!When pediatrician Merry Bell turns up at his hospital in Iceland, Dr. Kristjan Gunnarsson’s quiet Christmas is shaken up. After a hot fling together in Hawaii, they both agreed to walk away. But now Merry has brought him life-changing news—she’s pregnant! Commitmentphobic Kristjan will not waver from his responsibility, but is his bruised heart ready for a family?From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
The Icicles
by R. W. ClingerMeet the Icicles: unpredictable, exciting, comedic, and festive.When Jonah Icicle decides to spend Christmas with his family and introduces his new boyfriend Sandy, everyone reacts differently. His mother Pam is combative, always judgmental to a fault, obnoxious, and loud. Jonah’s sister Willa adores the new man in her brother’s life and feels he will be a key player in their close unit. Willa’s husband Bobo suffers from hypersexuality and unfortunately can’t keep his hands off Sandy. And Jake, Jonah’s brother and Pam’s favorite son, is more interested in his marijuana than his relatives.As the snow flies and the electricity goes out, the Icicles fight, hug, and laugh. Can they welcome the holiday spirit -- and Sandy -- into their lives?
The Icicles: A Christmas Wedding
by R. W. ClingerIt’s about time writer Jonah Icicle takes Sandy Keye’s hand in marriage ... on Christmas Day!The Icicle family is upside down again and who better to rescue them? Jonah, of course. As a blizzard builds outside, his fiancé Sandy becomes concerned the storm might threaten their wedding day. No fear, though -- Jonah gears up and plows forward, ready to face the snow and the Icicles.A new addition to the family surprises him -- Magnum McKee, a snow buddy who happens to be his brother-in-law Bobo’s sexual therapy partner. Magnum causes a rift between Jonah’s two younger siblings, Jake and Willa. The brother and sister are in a face-off concerning Magnum’s position in Willa’s “threesome” marriage. Can Jonah smooth out their sibling rivalry before his happy day?His mohter Pam is hiding a secret. Where is she running off to again? Something is going on and Jonah must get to the bottom of it. And his father Bill hangs out in the neighbor’s basement. Jonah has to help put a stop to his straying before he ends up in the next town over.Throw a blizzard into the mix, Jonah’s bottom catching on fire, matching Christmas-themed briefs between Magnum and Bobo, a human snowman, and a wedding coordinator on cocaine. Despite all this, will Jonah have the perfect wedding on Christmas Day? Will he have the chance to marry the man he loves or not?
The Icing on the Cake (Vows Ser.)
by Alison KentThe True Romance series - the first series based on real-life love stories!An online dating service is not Michelle's idea of how to find love, but when the Big 3-0 hits, Michelle decides she has nothing to lose since she hasn't brought a date home in ten years, is professionally burned out, and her climb up the corporate ladder has come at the expense of abandoning her dream: to own a boutique cupcakery.Todd isn't exactly a player having been off the market for ten years and decides to give Match.com a try. He isn't so sure the Internet dating scene is his thing - until a message pops up in the early hours on a weekend night: 'I like your smile.' Todd likes - a lot - the whole package that glides into a French bistro in Washington, D.C. But there's a glitch: Todd and Michelle live in different cities. Will love find its way? And when Todd challenges Michelle to not only go for her dream but let him share it, will they be able to make it happen together?
The Icing on the Cupcake: A Novel
by Jennifer RossWhen Ansley Waller's fiancé Parish cancels their upcoming wedding, Ansley decides to leave Dallas and make a fresh start. In a surprise move, she heads to New York City to live with her recently widowed grandmother Vivian, who gives Ansley an ultimatum: get a job or go home. Before long, she's opening up her own cupcake shop and even trying her hand at dating. But the ways of Manhattan's eligible bachelors are altogether different from their Southern counterparts, and worse, someone's got a half-baked scheme to sabotage Ansley's new life.
The Ick: A totally hilarious enemies to lovers, forced proximity romantic comedy
by Holly McCulloch'Absolutely loved this book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'You keep saying "just one more chapter"' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Hilarious. I laughed so much' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I raced through this funny story. It romps along' Daily MailSix foot two with blue eyes ✅Dimples and strong arms ✅Giant turtle backpack ❌Gem's date is looking promising. Atlas is 6'2, with blue eyes, dimples and strong hands that look like they would be at home wielding an axe. But when he says he eats soup for lunch, Gem is immediately hit with the ick. Suddenly she's painfully aware of his giant backpack that makes him look like a turtle, his colourful socks, and his hair that's just a bit too floppy.Gem, who collects icks like others collect loyalty points, is adamant that the phenomenon is her instinct kicking in, but her housemate and best friend Shanti disagrees, and challenges Gem to take part in a study for her psychology course: Is intuition real?Gem eventually decides to take part, but doing so means she has to break all her own rules. She sees Atlas for a second date, a third, and even a fourth, until she starts losing count. It's all for research purposes, of course - but what if the impossible happens and Gem falls for Atlas? And if he finds out she's being paid to date him, will he ever forgive her?Forced-proximity meets enemies-to-lovers in this spicy, swoon-worthy and totally hilarious romantic comedy. Fans of Emily Henry, Ali Hazlewood and Mhairi McFarlane won't be able to put this sizzling romance down.'Holly has perfected the art of comedy writing' Sophie Cousens'Holly is the queen of the clever feel-good read - hilarious, heart-warming and real, with characters you'll fall in love with and be thinking about long after you finish the final page' Lucy Foley'The perfect subject: icks are hilarious and Holly has managed to weave them into a gorgeous, heartfelt and sexy story' Abigail Mann'Hilarious and charming, The Ick explores what happens when an immoveable avoidant-attachment meets an unstoppable hunk. McCulloch's gift for comedic asides shines brightly here but never overwhelms the delicious, tender romance blossoming between Atlas and Gem. An absolute must for rom-com fans!' Lindz Mcleod'Opening a new Holly McCulloch book is a real treat, and The Ick contains everything I love in a novel: relatable characters, hilarious one-liners, and romance that gives you spaghetti legs' Nicola Gill'Absolutely loved this book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book was full of deadpan humour and I loved that about it. I adored Atlas - I have a thing for cinnamon-roll heroes, and he was very sweet... Made me laugh a lot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fun read where you keep saying "just one more chapter"' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Boy did this meet every expectation. I laughed so much. I can't recommend this enough!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Loved it - a perfectly pitched modern day romcom with some loveable characters and some deliciously awkward situations. The storytelling was fab, the pages flew by and I was totally rooting for Gem and her man throughout' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved Atlas - there's just something irresistible about kind, soft-hearted heroes, and he was genuinely sweet.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved this book! Funny in all the right places! I love Holly's writing style!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Ick: A totally hilarious enemies to lovers, forced proximity romantic comedy
by Holly McCulloch'Absolutely loved this book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'You keep saying "just one more chapter"' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Hilarious. I laughed so much' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I raced through this funny story. It romps along' Daily MailSix foot two with blue eyes ✅Dimples and strong arms ✅Giant turtle backpack ❌Gem's date is looking promising. Atlas is 6'2, with blue eyes, dimples and strong hands that look like they would be at home wielding an axe. But when he says he eats soup for lunch, Gem is immediately hit with the ick. Suddenly she's painfully aware of his giant backpack that makes him look like a turtle, his colourful socks, and his hair that's just a bit too floppy.Gem, who collects icks like others collect loyalty points, is adamant that the phenomenon is her instinct kicking in, but her housemate and best friend Shanti disagrees, and challenges Gem to take part in a study for her psychology course: Is intuition real?Gem eventually decides to take part, but doing so means she has to break all her own rules. She sees Atlas for a second date, a third, and even a fourth, until she starts losing count. It's all for research purposes, of course - but what if the impossible happens and Gem falls for Atlas? And if he finds out she's being paid to date him, will he ever forgive her?Forced-proximity meets enemies-to-lovers in this spicy, swoon-worthy and totally hilarious romantic comedy. Fans of Emily Henry, Ali Hazlewood and Mhairi McFarlane won't be able to put this sizzling romance down.'Holly has perfected the art of comedy writing' Sophie Cousens'Holly is the queen of the clever feel-good read - hilarious, heart-warming and real, with characters you'll fall in love with and be thinking about long after you finish the final page' Lucy Foley'The perfect subject: icks are hilarious and Holly has managed to weave them into a gorgeous, heartfelt and sexy story' Abigail Mann'Hilarious and charming, The Ick explores what happens when an immoveable avoidant-attachment meets an unstoppable hunk. McCulloch's gift for comedic asides shines brightly here but never overwhelms the delicious, tender romance blossoming between Atlas and Gem. An absolute must for rom-com fans!' Lindz Mcleod'Opening a new Holly McCulloch book is a real treat, and The Ick contains everything I love in a novel: relatable characters, hilarious one-liners, and romance that gives you spaghetti legs' Nicola Gill'Absolutely loved this book!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book was full of deadpan humour and I loved that about it. I adored Atlas - I have a thing for cinnamon-roll heroes, and he was very sweet... Made me laugh a lot' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fun read where you keep saying "just one more chapter"' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Boy did this meet every expectation. I laughed so much. I can't recommend this enough!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Loved it - a perfectly pitched modern day romcom with some loveable characters and some deliciously awkward situations. The storytelling was fab, the pages flew by and I was totally rooting for Gem and her man throughout' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved Atlas - there's just something irresistible about kind, soft-hearted heroes, and he was genuinely sweet.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved this book! Funny in all the right places! I love Holly's writing style!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐