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A Governess to Redeem Him
by Lotte R. JamesWhat happens when a governess&’s first love comes back from the dead? Find out in this Gothic second-chance romance. To claim their future They must rewrite their past… Eighteen years ago, Juliana Myles fled her home and built a new life as a governess, believing her childhood sweetheart had been sentenced to death! Now Sebastian Lloyd is back from the dead and wants Juliana&’s help in proving his innocence… Sebastian has spent a lifetime running from an unjust verdict. But he&’s tired of being haunted by his past. Yet working with Juliana to capture the true culprit also means being confronted by searing memories of their passionate history. And the temptation to bring their love story back to life…From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
A Harvest of Hearts
by Andrea EamesIn the beloved tradition of Howl&’s Moving Castle and The House in the Cerulean Sea, a whimsical and unforgettable cozy fantasy about adventure, common sense, and the power of love, as a cheeky butcher's daughter, a befuddlingly handsome sorcerer, and his clever talking cat unlock magical secrets in the dark heart of their kingdom…&“Down-to-earth and completely irresistible, Foss is fantastic, as is her talking cat! A Harvest of Hearts is that rare story that feels both classic and unique at the same time. I loved it!&” —Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop Everyone in Foss Butcher&’s village knows what happens when the magic-workers come; they harvest human hearts to use in their spells. That&’s just how life in her kingdom works. But Foss, plain, clumsy, and practical as a boot, never expected anyone would want hers. When a sorcerer snags a piece of Foss&’s heart without meaning to, she is furious. For once a heart is snagged, the experience is . . . well, unpleasant. So, Foss finds herself stomping toward the grand City to keep his enchanted House and demands that he fixes her before she keels over and dies, or whatever happens when hearts are Snagged. But the sorcerer, Sylvester, is not what she expected. Petulant, idle, and new to his powers, Sylvester has no clue how to undo the heart-taking, or how to do much of anything really, apart from sulk. Foss&’s only friend is a talking cat and even the House&’s walls themselves have moods. As Foss searches for a cure, she accidentally uncovers that there is much more to the heart-taking—and to the magic-workers themselves—than she could have ever imagined . . .
A Helping Hand to Love Box Set
by Pat HenshawEveryone needs a helping hand at one time or another to find their path to love. Sometimes the hand is extended from a person or other times it’s a gentle push from circumstances. Either way, if like the gay men in these stories, the man takes the hint, he will discover happily ever after isn’t just a slogan but a reality.Contains the stories:12 Blind Dates: Two years after a bad breakup with his fiancé, Luke's friends think it's time he started dating again. A dozen blind dates should get him back into circulation, right?A Kiss in Time: When Joel, an undercover cop, asks graffiti artist Eric to become his roommate, Eric jumps at the chance to live with the handsome Joel. But when trouble follows Joel to his new place, is Eric ready to help save the roommate he’s falling in love with?The Thaw: Nebraska farmer Vladimir Wazniak and cowboy rancher Tommy Sullivan ended their friendship when Vlad kissed Tommy in college. Now ten years later they have a chance to mend their fences. Will love obliterate the fence once and for all?A Short Essay on Love: When star football player Jason Woodard reluctantly heads into the English writing lab, little does he know he’ll be walking into forever with tutor Steve Smith. All Jase thinks he needs is help writing an essay on love. But do they both really need a lesson in love instead?
A Home for His Amish Children: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Virginia WiseThe wife he didn&’t expect Could be exactly what he needs With his house and business destroyed in a fire, widower Silas Hochstetler desperately needs somewhere for him and his children to live. Needing help to pay her mortgage—and secretly longing for a family of her own—spinster Mary King answers his ad for a wife. Navigating their new life together with the children isn&’t as easy as they thought, though neither can ignore the spark between them. They might be strangers, but their marriage of convenience might just lead to something real…From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
A Honey for the Beekeeper (Bishop Honey Bee Farm)
by Nina CrespoShe never stayed in one place for long…Until she felt the sweet sting of love. Brooke Bishop thrives on adventure, from skiing slopes to sailing yachts—anything to avoid her family's bee farm. But when Brooke and her estranged sister inherit the farm, she&’s stuck there until her sister can buy her out. And then Brooke meets country singer Gable Kincaid—and she finds herself wondering if wanderlust is a bit overrated…Seeking refuge from fame and a painful past, Gable finds Brooke is just the balm he needs. As their budding attraction blossoms, the music industry he&’s trying to avoid threatens to reclaim Gable. And Brooke would rather head out of town than feel the sting of that loss. As they&’re pulled down separate paths, will Brooke and Gable discover that, sometimes, home is a place found in each other? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.A Bishop Honey Bee Farm RomanceBook 1: A Honey for the Beekeeper
A Kiss Under the Northern Lights
by Susan CarlisleIn Susan Carlisle&’s latest Harlequin Medical Romance, a doctor finds an unexpected flame in Iceland with her colleague. But what happens when things can only be temporary? A CONNECTION TO STAY FOR? When Dr. Trice moves to the far north of Iceland, she&’s looking forward to immersing herself in her job and getting away from her painful past. She&’s nervous, but her temporary colleague Dr. Drake Stevansson is happy to show her the ropes. Drake has the looks of a real-life Viking, and a way of making Trice feel safer than she ever has before. Their snow-melting desire is undeniable, but Drake is leaving. So what happens when stolen glances turn to fiery kisses that threaten to derail both of their plans? From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
A Kiss to Stop a Wedding
by Sarah MalloryLose yourself in a world of Regency high society, where a kiss at a ball has the power to change everything! He must speak now… Or she&’ll be forever bound to another! Engaged to a viscount, Flora is the envy of every debutante. But her husband-to-be&’s cruel streak makes him anything but desirable. When Flora meets Matt Talacre, the dashing owner of Bellemonte Pleasure Gardens, she discovers what desire truly feels like…after he sets her body ablaze with a single look! Yet Flora knows that she can&’t act on their intense connection—her hateful betrothed is privy to a family secret, which means that she can never walk away. Unless Matt can help her…starting with a moonlit kiss at a masquerade ball!From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
A Kiss with the Irish Surgeon
by Kristine LynnWhen two rival colleagues share the same devastating loss, can they get over their differences and heal each other&’s hearts? Find out in Kristine Lynn&’s latest Harlequin Medical Romance! FALLING FOR HER RIVAL! Surgeon Sorcha is devastated when Patrick is given the chief of surgery position at Boston General that she&’s worked her whole career for. Especially as she&’s always resented him for whisking his late wife—her best friend—away to Ireland just when Sorcha needed her most! Still, if Sorcha is to get the green light on the clinical trial that means everything to her, she must work with Patrick. Which leads her to discover that this single dad is a lot more lovable than she ever imagined…From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
A Kowalski Secret (The Kowalskis)
by Shannon StaceyThe last thing she expected:Her son&’s father revealed! Single mom Siobhan Rowe adores her adopted son, Oliver, with every fiber of her being. The last thing she expects is to arrive at a weeklong wedding extravaganza—and encounter the boy&’s father! Brian Kowalski&’s never warmed to the woman who&’d always seemed suspicious of him. But as he falls more and more under the spell of the boy who looks just like him, he—and his boisterous family—is entranced by strong, resilient Siobhan. Can he convince Siobhan that he&’ll never keep her from her son…and that the simmering attraction between them could be the start of oh-so-much-more?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The KowalskisBook 1: Exclusively YoursBook 2: Undeniably YoursBook 3: Yours To KeepBook 4: All He Ever NeededBook 5: All He Ever DesiredBook 6: All He Ever DreamedBook 7: Love a Little SidewaysBook 8: Taken with YouBook 9: Falling for MaxBook 10: What It Takes: A Kowalski Reunion NovelBook 11: A Kowalski to Count OnBook 12: A Kowalski Secret
A Kowalski to Count On (The Kowalskis)
by Shannon StaceyA summer fling…Or a romance for keeps? When Rob Kowalski buys a treasured New Hampshire campground with his brothers, it&’s his chance to prove he&’s not just their screwup baby brother. The siblings agree on one rule: no fraternizing with the campers. Easy enough, until one of their first guests arrives! Hannah Shelby&’s retreated to Birch Brook Campground from across the country with some decisions to make about her true-crime podcast…and her best friend. The last thing she needs is any sort of distraction from a Kowalski brother. But her palpable attraction to Rob is tough to resist. Hannah&’s three-month escape from her California life is just a brief interlude. Or could it be something more?From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The KowalskisBook 1: Exclusively YoursBook 2: Undeniably YoursBook 3: Yours To KeepBook 4: All He Ever NeededBook 5: All He Ever DesiredBook 6: All He Ever DreamedBook 7: Love a Little SidewaysBook 8: Taken with YouBook 9: Falling for MaxBook 10: What It Takes: A Kowalski Reunion NovelBook 11: A Kowalski to Count OnBook 12: A Kowalski Secret
A Lady's Guide to Murder: The new heartwarming and action-packed enemies-to-lovers romantic mystery for 2025!
by Felicity GeorgeIn this spicy historical mystery a duchess finds herself forced to work with her sworn rival to unmask a killer, clear her name and try not to fall in love.'Gorgeous, captivating regency romance' Sophie Irwin'The pen of Felicity George does NOT disappoint' 5* Reader Review'Evocative romance' Virginia HeathTwo sworn enemies. One inconvenient truceWhen the beloved Duke of Severn is murdered, rumours are that Henrietta - his young and scandalous wife - was behind it. Especially once she goes on the run!But Henrietta is not alone.Theo Hawke, her sworn enemy and ruthless journalist, is on her trail determined to be the first to get the scoop.With no other choice Henrietta presents a truce: if he helps her unmask the true identity of the killer then he can publish whatever he likes.Except when their inconvenient truce begins to cause inconvenient feelings, it's not just Henrietta's reputation at stake but her heart too . . .Praise for Felicity George!'Perfect balance of emotion, suspense and love' 5* Reader Review'Sexy, emotional and deliciously romantic' Cressida McLaughlin'A must for regency novels fans' 5* Reader Review
A Lady's Guide to Murder: The new heartwarming and action-packed enemies-to-lovers romantic mystery for 2025!
by Felicity GeorgeIn this spicy historical mystery a duchess finds herself forced to work with her sworn rival to unmask a killer, clear her name and try not to fall in love.'Gorgeous, captivating regency romance' Sophie Irwin'The pen of Felicity George does NOT disappoint' 5* Reader Review'Evocative romance' Virginia HeathTwo sworn enemies. One inconvenient truceWhen the beloved Duke of Severn is murdered, rumours are that Henrietta - his young and scandalous wife - was behind it. Especially once she goes on the run!But Henrietta is not alone.Theo Hawke, her sworn enemy and ruthless journalist, is on her trail determined to be the first to get the scoop.With no other choice Henrietta presents a truce: if he helps her unmask the true identity of the killer then he can publish whatever he likes.Except when their inconvenient truce begins to cause inconvenient feelings, it's not just Henrietta's reputation at stake but her heart too . . .Praise for Felicity George!'Perfect balance of emotion, suspense and love' 5* Reader Review'Sexy, emotional and deliciously romantic' Cressida McLaughlin'A must for regency novels fans' 5* Reader Review
A Lady’s Guide to London (The Lucky Ladies of London #2)
by Faye Delacour"With its endearing characters, crackling chemistry, and deliciously witty dialogue, A Lady's Guide to London cements Faye Delacour as a fresh, new voice in historical romance!" — Liana De la Rosa, USA Today bestselling authorA rivals-to-lovers historical romantic comedy between a grumpy Viscount with a rocky reputation and a bright-as-sunshine heiress determined to make something of herself, perfect for fans of Evie Dunmore, India Holton, and Bridgerton. If he won't add her business into his guidebook, she'll make him an offer he can't refuse.Della Danby is determined to prove she's more than just a flighty heiress riding on her parents' money to get through life. When her closest friend and business partner finds her hands full with a new baby, Della takes the opportunity to shoulder more responsibility at their ladies' gambling club and secure their financial stability, and she has the perfect idea: to drum up new business by adding their club to a popular guidebook of local attractions.Gambling ruined Viscount Lyman Ashton's life and his marriage. He has no intention of putting a new club in his guide, nor of getting involved with its intriguing and energetic proprietress. But when Della refuses to take no for an answer and approaches his publisher with a plan to write her own book of attractions for ladies, Lyman reluctantly agrees to collaborate with her in exchange for the money he so desperately needs to pay his debts. As they grow closer, Lyman finds himself falling for Della even though his past could jeopardize her reputation. But if they can ever have a future together, Della may have to choose between the club she's worked so hard to build and her chance at love.Praise for The Lady He Lost"Refreshingly charming with a feisty, resilient heroine worth fighting for. I loved it!" —Amalie Howard, USA Today bestselling author"Friends to enemies to lovers at its best. I loved every minute." —Harper St. George, author of The Heiress Gets a Duke"A fun and sexy historical. It is perfect for fans of empowered women and their supportive men." —Library Journal
A Legionnaire's Guide to Love and Peace: A Novel
by Emily SkrutskieIn this charming fantasy with a swoony friends-to-lovers romance, two soldiers must choose the futures they want in the wake of a last-chance hookup on the night before the world was supposed to end.&“Fresh, heartfelt, and effortlessly funny . . . an absolute gem!&”—Allison Saft, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Dark and Drowning TideA one night stand before their one last stand.On the eve of the battle that will decide the realm of Telrus&’s fate, Katrien takes a hard look at her prospects. A mere legionnaire, she and her spear will be at the fore in the morning, facing off against the Demon Lord and his wretched army, and it&’s all but certain she&’ll perish in the fight. But if the end of the world is mere hours away, there&’s no reason not to hook up with her handsome, dedicated battle partner, Emory—despite any antifraternization policies their centurion may have in place.Only the world doesn&’t end the next day. Instead, an insufferable prince raised in hiding comes out of nowhere with a plucky band of heroes, defeats the Demon Lord, and seals the rift to the hellish plane. The realm is saved. The war is over. And Kat suddenly has a lot more future than she knows what to do with.But while the Demon Lord has been destroyed, peace is still a long march away. When Kat inadvertently catches the eye of the prince, she, Emory, and the rest of their motley unit are pulled to the fore of the formation—and the heart of the danger—as the army embarks on one last campaign.As Kat and Emory work to secure a lasting peace, they&’ll have to decide what they want their futures to look like—and if there&’s room for love at the end of the road.
A Letter from the Lonesome Shore: the enchanting and heart-warming magical academia romance! (The Sunken Archive)
by Sylvie Cathrall'An underwater treasure-chest to be slowly unpacked, full of things I adore: nosy and loving families, epistolary romance, gorgeous worldbuilding, and anxious scholars doing their best to meet the world with kindness and curiosity' Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous LightThe charming conclusion to the Sunken Archive duology, a heart-warming magical academia fantasy filled with underwater cities, romance of manners and found family, perfect for fans of Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries.Former correspondents E. and Henerey, accustomed to loving each other from afar, did not anticipate continuing their courtship in an enigmatic underwater city. When their journey through the Structure in E.'s garden strands them in a peculiar society preoccupied with the pleasures and perils of knowledge, E. and Henerey come to accept--and, more surprisingly still, embrace--the fact that they may never return home.A year and a half later, Sophy and Vyerin finally discover one of the elusive Entries that will help them seek their siblings. As the group's efforts bring them closer to E. and Henerey, an ancient, cosmic threat also draws near. . .Praise for Sylvie Cathrall:'With its gorgeous underwater setting and whimsical academic sensibility, A Letter to the Luminous Deep is a strange, epistolary wonder.' Mary McMyne, author of The Book of Gothel'A shimmering, delicately crafted delight. . . Readers looking for heart warming romance and scholarly mystery against the backdrop of a wildly imaginative world will be charmed' H.G. Parry, author of The Magician's Daughter'Cathrall's debut caught me up on a wave of whimsy and swept me away with its charm. A story to be cherished' Lyra Selene, author of A Feather So Black'A Letter to the Luminous Deep is a fascinating and charming story told in a uniquely elegant voice. A watery wonder of a novel! I loved it.' Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches 'A Letter to the Luminous Deep is like nothing I've read before. The heartfelt intimacy of the epistolary narrative, juxtaposed with the magnificent oceanic world-building, results in a novel that is at once deeply human and mind-bogglingly imaginative. Both the setting and the story are exquisite, but it was the lovingly crafted voices of the characters that kept me hooked from beginning to end' Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy
A Letter from the Lonesome Shore: the enchanting and heart-warming magical academia romance! (The Sunken Archive)
by Sylvie Cathrall'An underwater treasure-chest to be slowly unpacked, full of things I adore: nosy and loving families, epistolary romance, gorgeous worldbuilding, and anxious scholars doing their best to meet the world with kindness and curiosity' Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous LightThe charming conclusion to the Sunken Archive duology, a heart-warming magical academia fantasy filled with underwater cities, romance of manners and found family, perfect for fans of Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries.Former correspondents E. and Henerey, accustomed to loving each other from afar, did not anticipate continuing their courtship in an enigmatic underwater city. When their journey through the Structure in E.'s garden strands them in a peculiar society preoccupied with the pleasures and perils of knowledge, E. and Henerey come to accept--and, more surprisingly still, embrace--the fact that they may never return home.A year and a half later, Sophy and Vyerin finally discover one of the elusive Entries that will help them seek their siblings. As the group's efforts bring them closer to E. and Henerey, an ancient, cosmic threat also draws near. . .Praise for Sylvie Cathrall:'With its gorgeous underwater setting and whimsical academic sensibility, A Letter to the Luminous Deep is a strange, epistolary wonder.' Mary McMyne, author of The Book of Gothel'A shimmering, delicately crafted delight. . . Readers looking for heart warming romance and scholarly mystery against the backdrop of a wildly imaginative world will be charmed' H.G. Parry, author of The Magician's Daughter'Cathrall's debut caught me up on a wave of whimsy and swept me away with its charm. A story to be cherished' Lyra Selene, author of A Feather So Black'A Letter to the Luminous Deep is a fascinating and charming story told in a uniquely elegant voice. A watery wonder of a novel! I loved it.' Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches 'A Letter to the Luminous Deep is like nothing I've read before. The heartfelt intimacy of the epistolary narrative, juxtaposed with the magnificent oceanic world-building, results in a novel that is at once deeply human and mind-bogglingly imaginative. Both the setting and the story are exquisite, but it was the lovingly crafted voices of the characters that kept me hooked from beginning to end' Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy
A Magic Deep and Drowning: A Novel
by Hester FoxSet in the waning days of the Dutch Golden Age, this enchanting, lush reimagining of The Little Mermaid is perfect for fans of Jesse Burton&’s The Miniaturist and Leigh Bardugo&’s The Familiar.The Dutch Republic, 1650. One fine spring day in Friesland, twenty-year-old Clara van Wieren is faced with an ill omen: a whale, beached and rotting in the noonday sun. But Clara doesn&’t believe in magic and superstition, and this portent is quickly dismissed when a proposal from a wealthy merchant arrives, promising Clara the freedom she seeks from her mother&’s overbearing rule.When her attempts at overseeing the household at the family&’s estate lead to her chance encounter with a young man with russet hair and sparkling eyes the color of the sea, she finds herself strangely drawn to him. As Clara grows closer to Maurits, she must choose between the steady, gentle life she has been raised for and the man who makes her blood sing.But Maurits isn&’t who he seems to be, and his secrets, once hidden beneath the waves, threaten to rise up and drown them both. And when an ancient bargain, forged in blood between the mythical people of the sea and the rulers of the land, begins to unravel, Clara finds herself at the heart of a deadly struggle for power.What can you expect in A MAGIC DEEP & DROWNING? Lush & Enchanting Gender-swap of Hans Christian Anderson&’s The Little Mermaid Historical Fantasy Set in 17th Century Netherlands Family Secrets Atmospheric Vibes
A Maverick Worth Waiting For (Montana Mavericks: The Tenacity Social Club)
by Laurel GreerHolding out for a hero Tenacity&’s favorite part-time bartender, rancher Mike Cooper, is known for giving great advice. Too bad his own love life has always been a train wreck. Could charismatic cowboy Daniel Taylor be the one to finally break his streak? He has a hard time believing the heir to the Taylor Beef ranching empire could be happy with him long-term. It&’s true Daniel has a bigger bank account, but he envies Mike&’s simple life and his close family ties. And he&’s willing to risk everything to be the man Mike deserves…From Harlequin Montana Mavericks: Book 1: The Maverick's Promise by Melissa SenateBook 2: A Maverick's Road Home by Catherine MannBook 3: All In with the Maverick by Elizabeth HribBook 4: A Maverick Worth Waiting For by Laurel GreerBook 5: Maverick's Full House by Tara Taylor QuinnBook 6: Their Maverick Summer by Christy Jeffries
A Maverick's Road Home (Montana Mavericks: The Tenacity Social Club)
by Catherine MannCould this hometown girl be the soldier&’s forever love? Military veteran Miles Parker never really felt like he belonged in Tenacity, and now that he&’s back on the ranch, he still feels out of place. He hasn&’t told anyone about the injury he sustained in the Army—the reason he was forced to retire early—because the last thing he wants is anyone&’s pity. Meeting Renee Trent only complicates matters. The beautiful, sensitive dog groomer has always faced challenges of her own, managing her diabetes. But she just might be the family the cowboy has been seeking his entire life.From Harlequin Montana Mavericks: Book 1: The Maverick's Promise by Melissa SenateBook 2: A Maverick's Road Home by Catherine MannBook 3: All In with the Maverick by Elizabeth HribBook 4: A Maverick Worth Waiting For by Laurel GreerBook 5: Maverick's Full House by Tara Taylor QuinnBook 6: Their Maverick Summer by Christy Jeffries
A Mind of Her Own: A Novel
by Danielle SteelRising above the devastation of World War I, a young half-French, half-American woman remains true to her own independent spirit in this powerful historical novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel. <p> Alexandra Bouvier is born in Paris in 1900, at the dawn of a new century. From an early age, she is encouraged to think for herself by her enlightened family: her father, a French doctor; her mother, an American nurse; and her maternal grandfather a highly regarded newspaperman back in the Midwest. <p> At age fourteen, Alex’s comfortable life is upended as war erupts across Europe. Her parents follow their sense of duty to the front, performing triage at a field hospital and confronting the horrors of poison gas and trench warfare. The merciless fighting, coupled with the fast-spreading Spanish flu, wreaks havoc on the continent, as well as on Alex’s loved ones. <p> By the time she is eighteen, she has suffered unimaginable losses. With her grandfather’s support, she attends the University of Chicago and decides to follow his footsteps into journalism. As a newspaper intern she meets reporter Oliver Foster, who is covering the gang wars sparked by Prohibition. He too has known devastating loss, and the two are drawn to each other, though both fear any attachment. As it turns out, Alex has good reason to be cautious. <p> Danielle Steel’s sweeping historical novel is a story of resilience and the courage to open one’s heart—no matter how many times it’s been broken—and believe in oneself. <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
A Mother's Hope
by Maggie MasonTHE BRAND-NEW NOVEL FROM MAGGIE MASON, AUTHOR OF THE HALFPENNY GIRLS AND THE FORTUNE TELLERSShe'll do anything to protect her family from war . . .BLACKPOOL, 1914Seventeen-year-old Maddie has grown up in a boarding house on one of Blackpool's poorest streets. Life is busy, but happy, as she works alongside her mother taking care of their visitors. But when war breaks out, her happiness is shattered as her fiancé is called up to fight for his country, and suddenly Maddie's future is filled with uncertainty.As Blackpool becomes a training ground for the army, the guesthouse is used as a billet for soldiers, and Maddie soon finds herself drawn to one in particular: Arnie. As the pair grow close and his departure date nears, their feelings for one another intensify. Little does she know, the short six weeks she's known and loved Arnie will impact the rest of her life . . .As Maddie comes to terms with a future she couldn't have ever imagined, her best friend Daisy, working in her mother's café on Blackpool promenade, promises to help any way she can.With so much change and uncertainty on the horizon, can Maddie protect her growing family from the hardships of war?A heart-wrenching and touching wartime novel about motherhood, hardship and courageous women during WWII. The perfect read for fans of Val Wood, Kitty Neale and Rosie Goodwin.
A Mother's Hope
by Maggie MasonTHE BRAND-NEW NOVEL FROM MAGGIE MASON, AUTHOR OF THE HALFPENNY GIRLS AND THE FORTUNE TELLERSShe'll do anything to protect her family from war . . .BLACKPOOL, 1914Seventeen-year-old Maddie has grown up in a boarding house on one of Blackpool's poorest streets. Life is busy, but happy, as she works alongside her mother taking care of their visitors. But when war breaks out, her happiness is shattered as her fiancé is called up to fight for his country, and suddenly Maddie's future is filled with uncertainty.As Blackpool becomes a training ground for the army, the guesthouse is used as a billet for soldiers, and Maddie soon finds herself drawn to one in particular: Arnie. As the pair grow close and his departure date nears, their feelings for one another intensify. Little does she know, the short six weeks she's known and loved Arnie will impact the rest of her life . . .As Maddie comes to terms with a future she couldn't have ever imagined, her best friend Daisy, working in her mother's café on Blackpool promenade, promises to help any way she can.With so much change and uncertainty on the horizon, can Maddie protect her growing family from the hardships of war?A heart-wrenching and touching wartime novel about motherhood, hardship and courageous women during WWII. The perfect read for fans of Val Wood, Kitty Neale and Rosie Goodwin.
A Mother's Hope
by Maggie MasonTHE BRAND-NEW NOVEL FROM MAGGIE MASON, AUTHOR OF THE HALFPENNY GIRLS AND THE FORTUNE TELLERSShe'll do anything to protect her family from war . . .BLACKPOOL, 1914Seventeen-year-old Maddie has grown up in a boarding house on one of Blackpool's poorest streets. Life is busy, but happy, as she works alongside her mother taking care of their visitors. But when war breaks out, her happiness is shattered as her fiancé is called up to fight for his country, and suddenly Maddie's future is filled with uncertainty.As Blackpool becomes a training ground for the army, the guesthouse is used as a billet for soldiers, and Maddie soon finds herself drawn to one in particular: Arnie. As the pair grow close and his departure date nears, their feelings for one another intensify. Little does she know, the short six weeks she's known and loved Arnie will impact the rest of her life . . .As Maddie comes to terms with a future she couldn't have ever imagined, her best friend Daisy, working in her mother's café on Blackpool promenade, promises to help any way she can.With so much change and uncertainty on the horizon, can Maddie protect her growing family from the hardships of war?A heart-wrenching and touching wartime novel about motherhood, hardship and courageous women during WWII. The perfect read for fans of Val Wood, Kitty Neale and Rosie Goodwin.
A Mother's Love: A Novel
by Danielle SteelA devoted mother outrunning a troubled childhood and adapting to an empty nest is tested in ways she never expected in this suspenseful novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel.On the occasion of her daughter Valerie&’s wedding and her upcoming fiftieth birthday, bestselling author Halley Holbrook finds herself reflecting. Raising twins Valerie and Olivia is her proudest accomplishment. Halley has been able to give them the loving and safe home she never had, having survived a childhood so traumatic she&’s never talked about it with her girls. Long ago, Halley decided to live in the sunlight of the present, not the dark shadows of the past.After Valerie moves to Los Angeles with her producer husband, and Olivia follows to remain close to her sister, Halley is empty-nesting in her Fifth Avenue apartment. Facing her first holiday alone in years, she books a trip to Paris.On the flight over, she meets charming Bart Warner, and the two become fast friends. Halley hasn&’t dated since her partner died three years ago, yet she quickly begins to feel more like herself. But when a cunning thief makes off with her handbag and then begins to harass her, it reawakens old ghosts from her past. Vowing not to be a victim, and with Bart&’s help, she chooses a bold course of action.The moving story of a woman determined to give her daughters what she never had—a mother&’s love—Danielle Steel&’s gripping novel is a story of emotional resilience and truly letting go.
A New Chapter at the Little Penguin Bookshop: A heartwarming and uplifting World War Two novel about community, friendship and books
by Joanna ToyeNew stories are being written at The Little Penguin Bookshop…Carrie Anderson’s business selling books at her local train station is thriving and, with her beloved Mike returned from war, everything feels as though it is falling into place. That is, until Mike is sent to Washington as a liaison between Britain and America.When her twin brother, Johnnie, a fighter pilot, is injured, and her bookstall falls on hard times, Carrie misses the sage advice and comfort of Mike more than ever.Bolstered by her supportive station community, can Carrie battle through this challenging new chapter and reach the happy ending she deserves?Praise for Joanna Toye:'Romance, nostalgia, family, and books! The Little Penguin Bookshop has it all' Elaine Everest'Endearing characters [...] wartime loves, laughter and heartbreak' Annie Murray'A charming heroine, a dashing hero and books! I loved it!' Lesley Eames'An uplifting wartime saga with family at its heart' Tracy Baines'Meticulously researched and beautifully written' Helen Yendall