A profound journey of freedom and friendship unfolds along the Mississippi River in this acclaimed bestseller. With humor and heart, it challenges history while captivating readers. A must-read for everyone.

James

Dive into the hilarious and heartwarming world of a thirty-something navigating love and friendship with wit and charm. This bestselling contemporary classic will leave you laughing and reflecting on modern relationships.

Picador Collection

Bridget Jones's Diary

A gripping blend of humor and horror, this debut novel follows a scientist hiding her undead husband while racing against time to find a cure for a zombie virus. Heartfelt and darkly funny, it’s a tale that will burrow under your skin.

One Yellow Eye

A major publication milestone of 2025, this award-winning novelist explores the depths of love through four women's intertwined lives. Experience a poignant journey of desire, regret, and the quest for true happiness.

Dream Count

A heartfelt exploration of family, grief, and queer identity unfolds in this award-winning debut. Set against the backdrop of modern Ireland, it challenges how we are remembered and who we become. A must-read for lovers of contemporary fiction.

Ordinary Saints

Fall in love with this delightful rom-com set in a charming seaside town! Join Lily as she battles small-town gossip and her own secrets while finding unexpected romance. A perfect escape for fans of witty, heartwarming stories.

Marram Bay

Falling For You

A woman returns to her roots to confront the haunting mystery of her sister's decades-old disappearance. In the chilling atmosphere of Galloway Farm, secrets unravel, leading to shocking revelations. A psychological thriller that will grip you.

Forget Me Not

In this gripping domestic thriller, secrets lurk behind every door at Columbia Mansions. As friendships blur and tensions rise, a shocking murder shatters the facade of respectability. Trust no one.

A Neighbour’s Guide to Murder

A heartwarming strangers-to-lovers romcom unfolds in a small town, where introverted Prue and free-spirited Milo discover the transformative power of love and acceptance. Experience the magic of connection and self-discovery.

People Watching

'American storytelling at its era-spanning best . . . An immersive, multi-layered portrait of a marriage, Nathan Hill’s follow-up to The Nix is a work of quiet genius' – The Observer An Oprah's Book Club Pick. Moving from the gritty 90s Chicago art scene to a suburbia of detox diets and home renovation hysteria, Wellness is a thought-provoking exploration of intimacy, identity, and the absurdities of our tech-obsessed health culture. When Jack and Elizabeth meet as college students in the 90s, the two quickly join forces and hold on tight, each eager to claim a place in Chicago’s thriving underground art scene with an appreciative kindred spirit. Fast-forward twenty years to married life, and the no-longer-youthful dreamers are forced to face their demons, from unfulfilled career ambitions to painful childhood memories of their own dysfunctional families. In the process, Jack and Elizabeth must undertake separate, personal excavations, or risk losing the best thing in their lives: each other. From the author of The Nix, Wellness mines the absurdities of modern technology and modern love to reveal profound, startling truths about intimacy and connection, reimagining the love story with healthy doses of insight, irony and heart. 'The incredible scope of this dazzlingly detailed state-of-the-nation satire almost defies description . . . Brilliant doesn’t begin to describe it, but I’ll say it anyway' – Daily Mail

Wellness

In a war-torn world, two souls—one blind French girl and a gifted German boy—navigate the darkness of WWII, illuminating the resilience of the human spirit. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel weaves an unforgettable tale of hope and connection.

All The Light We Cannot See

It’s time to rise up against censorship. In a small town, a brave group challenges book banning, discovering unexpected transformations through forbidden stories. This contemporary feel-good novel promises humor and heart.

Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books

A hilarious and heartwarming debut about the chaos of modern love and the journey of self-discovery after divorce. Join Maggie as she navigates the ups and downs of single life with wit and relatability.

Really Good, Actually

A tangled web of desire and belonging weaves through three compelling narratives. This award-winning contemporary novel will captivate your heart and mind, revealing the beauty of hope amid isolation. A must-read.

Mongrel

What does it mean to be human? In this award-winning sci-fi novel, a robot designed for perfection begins to question her existence. Dive into an emotional journey of identity and autonomy that redefines love and freedom.

Annie Bot

A tender, whimsical tale of love, loss, and the quiet miracles of everyday life When an unexpected diagnosis turns his world upside down, a lonely man, with only Cabbage the cat for company, is faced with an impossible choice. The Devil appears with an offer: if he makes one thing in the world disappear, he can have an extra day of life. As the days tick by, and with Cabbage by his side, he begins a journey that might just lead him back to the people he thought he’d lost. Before it’s too late… Genki Kawamura’s If Cats Disappeared from the World is a life-affirming meditation on what we leave behind—and what we hold onto until the very end. 'If you're a fan of The Guest Cat (or even just cats generally), you'll love this.' – Sunday Times

If Cats Disappeared From The World

What does it mean to love truly? A breathtaking tale of second chances unfolds as Emma must choose between her past and a hopeful future, navigating love, loss, and identity in this captivating romance now a major film.

One True Loves

Dive into a spicy autumn romance in the Scottish Highlands, where a determined single mum and a cocky fireman discover explosive chemistry amidst small-town charm. This heartwarming tale blends humor, love, and authentic representation.

Scottish Spice

Fireworks

A cosy small-town romance awaits as Willow fights to save her family's farm by creating a pumpkin patch. With autumn vibes and unexpected love, will opposites attract and dreams come true? Perfect for romcom lovers.

Birch Tree Farm

Love and Lattes at Pumpkin Hollow - Birch Tree Farm, Book 1 (Unabridged)

True love is never plain sailing! In this feel-good rom-com, two heartbroken souls embark on a hilariously awkward cruise, faking a romance that blurs the lines of revenge and real connection. Perfect for summer reading!

Going Overboard - A BRAND NEW gorgeous, utterly hilarious, forced proximity summer romance from Portia MacIntosh (Unabridged)

A rich, compelling novel about the transformative power of connection. Two women, each seeking what they've lost, forge an unexpected bond that tests their resilience and hope in a small coastal town. A heartfelt contemporary tale awaits.

Another Life

It was the love story of the decade…Or it should have been––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM A24 STARRING SAOIRSE RONAN AND AUSTIN BUTLER 'Tender as a ballad and pleasurable as a pop song' COCO MELLORS 'Clever and heart-wrenching and addictive' MIRANDA COWLEY HELLER 'An incredibly special book' BETH O'LEARY ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––The first time Joe plays Percy one of his songs in his college room in 2000, she instantly realises three things: One, she is watching a star in the making. Two, she can shape his music into something extraordinary. Three, she will always be on the sidelines. She swallows her jealousy and throws herself into collaboration, transforming Joe’s songs into indie hits with her blistering critiques. But there’s an undercurrent to the music they’re making – something undeniably electric, hurtling towards love. And then, almost inevitably, towards heartbreak. As Joe steps into the spotlight, can Percy bear to watch on in silence? And can he exist there without her? Deep Cuts is an irresistible novel about passion and obsession, love and longing and, above all, our need to be heard. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––WHAT READERS ARE SAYING…'The best debut novel I've ever read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I need this book to come out so I can talk to at least one person about it!! Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow meets Normal People, with all the nostalgia of Almost Famous and High Fidelity' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'You need to add this to your TBR. Just trust me on this, ok?' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I can’t believe this book is a debut novel because of how good it is. I felt a mixture of Sally Rooney with Gabrielle Zevin and it was delicious' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I love it with all my heart, I'm super sad it's over and I will be insufferable when it's out' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I wish I could have written this book. I’m jealous of people who haven’t yet read this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is an absolutely breathtaking debut. I cannot hammer that home enough' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I can’t believe this is a debut! It’s perfect for fans of One Day and Daisy Jones & The Six … This one hit me hard'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Deep Cuts

A quiet English villageA shocking murderAn unlikely detectiveNobody liked Colonel Protheroe. So when he’s found dead in the vicarage study, there’s no absence of suspects in the seemingly peaceful village of St Mary Mead. In fact, Jane Marple can think of at least seven. As gossip abounds in the parlours and kitchens of the parish, everyone becomes an amateur detective. The police dismiss her as a prying busybody, but only the ingenious Miss Marple can uncover the truth . . . Never underestimate Miss Marple. ‘Agatha Christie is the gateway drug to crime fiction both for readers and for writers.’ Val McDermid ‘Always keeps her reader enthralled and guessing to the end.’ Times Literary Supplement

Marple

The Murder at the Vicarage

’A contemporary masterpiece’ GuardianTHE FIRST VOLUME OF THE EXTRAORDINARY SOUTHERN REACH TRILOGY – NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY ALEX GARLAND (EX MACHINA) AND STARRING NATALIE PORTMAN AND OSCAR ISAAC For thirty years, Area X has remained mysterious and remote behind its intangible border – an environmental disaster zone, though to all appearances an abundant wilderness. The Southern Reach, a secretive government agency, has sent eleven expeditions to investigate Area X. One has ended in mass suicide, another in a hail of gunfire, the eleventh in a fatal cancer epidemic. Now four women embark on the twelfth expedition into the unknown.

The Southern Reach Series

Annihilation

Secrets simmer beneath the surface in this gripping thriller about sisterhood and dark pasts. When a body is found, three foster sisters must confront their haunting childhood and unravel the truth. An unputdownable tale awaits.

Darling Girls

'A novel you can read in one sitting that will stay with you forever' Karen Russell 'Very funny, very sad, very sharp, and completely delightful' Elif Batuman 'A classic American road adventure. Gary Shteyngart keeps getting better' Literary Review 'Genius... A miracle' Washington Post 'Pull up a beach chair: The book of the summer is here... A poignant Harriet the Spy-esque delight' People The Bradford-Shmulkin family is falling apart. A very modern blend of Russian, Jewish, Korean, and New England WASP, they love each other deeply but the pressures of life in an unstable America are fraying their bonds. There's Daddy, a struggling, cash-thirsty editor whose Russian heritage gives him a surprising new currency in the upside-down world of 21st century geopolitics; his wife, Anne Mom, a progressive, underfunded blue blood from Boston who's barely holding the household together; their son, Dylan, whose blond hair and Mayflower lineage give him pride of place in the newly forming American political order; and, above all, the young Vera, half-Jewish, half-Korean, and wholly original. Observant, sensitive, and always writing down new vocabulary words, Vera wants only three things in life: a friend at school; Daddy and Anne Mom to stay together; and to meet her birth mother, Mom Mom, who will at last tell Vera the secret of who she really is and how to ensure love's survival in this great, mad, imploding world. Both biting and deeply moving, Vera, or Faith is a boldly imagined story of family and country told through the clear and wondrous eyes of a child. With a nod to What Maisie Knew, Henry James's classic story of parents, children, and the dark ironies of a rapidly transforming society, Gary Shteyngart's newest novel is among his best and shows why, in the words of Jonathan Safran Foer, he is 'a national treasure'.

Vera, Or Faith

"Rouge is a fever dream—a brilliant, intense, unforgettable horror story about a beauty cult with a deeply moving mother-daughter story at its core. Mona Awad’s signature and singular imagination and black humor and empathy are on full display here, and her wild-ride of a tale is masterfully grounded in the emotional devastation of childhood and grief. I loved every word of this." —Laura Zigman, author of Small World "There is nobody else like Mona Awad, daring enough to plunge her hands—rings and all—into the viscera of story and discover an unsettling beauty within. ROUGE is her most magnetic work yet, a thrilling dystopian romp that knows that beneath the glossy, aspirational veneer of self-care lurks the same old gothic abyss." —Alexandra Kleeman, author of Something New Under the Sun From the critically acclaimed author of Bunny comes a horror-tinted, gothic fairy tale about a lonely dress shop clerk whose mother’s unexpected death sends her down a treacherous path in pursuit of youth and beauty. Can she escape her mother’s fate—and find a connection that is more than skin deep? For as long as she can remember, Belle has been insidiously obsessed with her skin and skincare videos. When her estranged mother Noelle mysteriously dies, Belle finds herself back in Southern California, dealing with her mother’s considerable debts and grappling with lingering questions about her death. The stakes escalate when a strange woman in red appears at the funeral, offering a tantalizing clue about her mother’s demise, followed by a cryptic video about a transformative spa experience. With the help of a pair of red shoes, Belle is lured into the barbed embrace of La Maison de Méduse, the same lavish, culty spa her mother to which her mother was devoted. There, Belle discovers the frightening secret behind her (and her mother’s) obsession with the mirror—and the great shimmering depths (and demons) that lurk on the other side of the glass. Snow White meets Eyes Wide Shut in this surreal descent into the dark side of beauty, envy, grief, and the complicated love between mothers and daughters. With black humor and seductive horror, ROUGE explores the cult-like nature of the beauty industry—as well as the danger of internalizing its pitiless gaze. Brimming with California sunshine and blood-red rose petals, ROUGE holds up a warped mirror to our relationship with mortality, our collective fixation with the surface, and the wondrous, deep longing that might lie beneath.

Rouge

The BRAND NEW hilarious MM romance from Nora Phoenix, perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston, Alexis Hall and Jax Calder! ✨ Tropes & Themes ✨ ✧ MM Romance 🔥 ✧ All the spice 🌶️✧ Roommates to lovers 💗✧ Forced proximity 🌞✧ Friends to lovers 😍 ✧ College setting Can I have both-the title and the guy? After a scandal, starting college in Massachusetts is my fresh start. With an ocean between me and the palace in The Netherlands, this is the chance to be just Floris instead of the first openly gay prince in Europe. College life in America appeals to me...including my roommate, Orson. He's cute as a bug in an adorkable way, but also serious and focused, his head permanently in a book. But behind his glasses, there is a sparkle in his gorgeous eyes, and I want to get to know him. When I manage to break through his walls, we discover we have more in common than we thought, and we become friends. I'm convinced that's all there could ever be, but when an emergency brings us closer, the chemistry between us heats up. But I'm a prince with all the expectations my position brings, and he's determined to realize his own dreams, so where does that leave us? He knows my real identity, but we're from such different worlds. Can I really have it all? The royal life and the boy next door? Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston, Alexis Hall and Jax Calder! Praise for Nora Phoenix: 'Nora wrote the characters in such a relatable way that I was gunning for them both, and when they finally set everything aside and fell for each other? Swoon!' Saxon James 'What starts as a hate-fueled rivalry quickly shifts into scorching secretive hook-ups with so much chemistry, it oozes off the page. Score one for Nora Phoenix because Farron and Tore are the epitome of enemies to lovers.' CE Ricci ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'OBSESSED. these two are one of my fav couples EVER' Reader Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'This was a great read for fans of red, white, and royal blue.' Reader Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️'I devoured this book in a day! It was completely addictive...the Chemistry was off the charts' Reader Review

The Prince Pact

Prince Material - The Prince Pact, Book 2 (Unabridged)

Experience autumn's chilling allure with a collection of 12 supernatural mysteries featuring beloved detectives like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Perfect for fans of cozy crime and classic thrillers, these tales will haunt your nights.

AUTUMN CHILLS: Tales of Intrigue from the Queen of Crime

A haunting tale of three sisters confronting love, loss, and family secrets amidst a world transformed by climate change. This award-winning bestseller weaves beauty and depth in a contemporary fiction masterpiece.

Private Rites

A powerful tale of family and secrets unfolds as Edith confronts her past while supporting her sister in Italy. This beautifully written contemporary novel explores identity and the bonds that shape us. A must-read for fans of emotional depth.

Ripeness

From Celebrity Traitors contestant Clare Balding comes the perfect novel for anyone who has ever dreamt of a fresh start…‘Funny, sensitive, and insightful – the perfect book to turn to at the end of a long day’ Bonnie Garmus Alex has perfected the art of dodging responsibility during her almost 40 years – until an unexpected letter turns her life upside down. She’s inherited a crumbling sheep farm in wildest, wettest Wales. This was not her life plan. Not at all. Now, her closest companion is a stubborn Welsh terrier, she’s speed-reading The Idiot’s Guide to Farming, and her arrival has set the village gossip mill spinning. With the farm near collapse, Alex sets out to uncover the truth behind her mysterious inheritance. But as secrets surface, Alex finds her heart pulling her in a direction she never saw coming. Will she pack her bags – or has she landed exactly where she’s meant to be? The perfect feel-good read for autumn 2025, and a joyful celebration of new beginnings, community and rural life – buy your copy today! Readers love Pastures New: 'Books like [this] have become my safe haven … like a long country walk with a bit of rain and a warm fireplace in the pub at the end'

Pastures New

A thrilling and humorous debut that exposes the dark side of criticism and performance. Follow a theater critic's unexpected fallout when a one-woman show turns his life into a sensational spectacle. A must-read for fans of contemporary comedy.

Bring the House Down

A bold exploration of love and power, this bestselling contemporary novel challenges perceptions of consent and abuse. Follow Vanessa as she confronts her past in a gripping tale that resonates deeply.

My Dark Vanessa

A hauntingly beautiful tale of race, class, and love unfolds through the eyes of an aspiring actor in modern England. This award-winning novel captures the bittersweet journey of life, identity, and unexpected joy.

Our Evenings

Murder is a dish best served ice cold... In the idyllic, small town of Dewstow, Margery and Clementine are eagerly awaiting retirement from their work on the front-line serving meals to the students at Summerview secondary school. Their peaceful life is shattered when their kitchen manager is found dead in the school’s walk-in freezer. The police are adamant that it’s an open-and-shut case of accidental death. But Margery and Clementine are convinced that something more sinister is afoot and take it upon themselves to investigate. As the dinner ladies inch closer to the truth, time's running out. Will the perpetrator get their just desserts or is everything just going to go down the pan? A charming, cosy British mystery, ´The Dinner Lady Detectives´ is ideal for fans of Richard Osman's ´The Thursday Murder Club´ or ´Murder, She Wrote´. Hannah Hendy lives in a small town in South Wales with her long-suffering wife and two spoilt cats. A professional chef by trade, she started writing to fill the time between shifts.

The Dinner Lady Detectives

A provocative exploration of modern chaos, this audacious novel-in-stories intertwines humor and heartbreak. Dive into a world where rejection redefines connection in a darkly funny and brutally honest way. A must-read for today's seekers.

Rejection

Popular romance author Margot Bradley has a secret: she doesn't believe in Happily Ever Afters. Not for herself, not for her readers, not even for her characters. When a super-fan leaks this to the world, Margot is dropped faster than you can say 'enemies-to-lovers.' Her sister thinks she needs a change of scene and sends Margot off to a remote Alaskan cabin on a writing retreat that could be the perfect chance to say goodbye to romcoms and write something new - maybe swap meet-cutes for murder mysteries? But then she meets the handsome owner, Forrest: She's a city girl; he's a lumberjack - of course he is. He's grumpy - wait, is she sunshine? Oh no. At least there's no forced proximity. But that snowstorm is heading straight for their cabin... As one trope after another draws them together over long snowy nights, one thing is clear: Margot and Forrest have landed in a romance novel of their very own. But will they each be able to overcome their fears, or risk becoming another of Margot's Happily Never Afters themselves... READERS LOVE ANY TROPE BUT YOU 'As soon as I started reading it I didn't want to put it down, and I have talked about it non-stop ever since!' - @mycosyhomebooks 'This book will make you fall in love with love again.' - @blonde.reads.fiction 'I don't think I will be able to truly explain how quickly I fell in love with this book.' - @dee_tbr 'Loved every minute and I'm thinking of re-reading it already.' - @love_in_chapters 'I absolutely LOVED this book and rated it 5.' - @sianreadsandwrites 'I adore books that are written by book lovers for book lovers, and this is one big love letter to the romance genre!' - @mysecretbooklife 'It's fun, it's heartfelt, its spicy and everything I love in a romance book.' - @book.and.a.brew

Any Trope But You

A BRAND NEW FORBIDDEN, BILLIONAIRE BOSS ROMANCE FROM VH NICOLSON 🔥 'VH Nicolson's characters will touch your heart and her storytelling will always leave you wanting more.' Sadie Kincaid 'A fan-yourself billionaire romance you'll think about long after the last page.' Elle Nicoll Arianna: Revenge is all I'm after... I've come to seek the truth. To put the law firm on trial for representing the man which tore my world apart. Hart Law must answer for their actions. I had it all planned out. I would take a job in their records department, access the relevant files to expose their cover up, and then blow them up in the press. That was until I laid eyes on Nathan Hart. Head of the firm, undeniably sexy and impenetrable. I know I shouldn't have, but I couldn't resist just one night with the enemy. But that's when it all went wrong. Nathan: These are my rules to break... I don't do relationships or commitment. But when the woman I spent an unforgettable night with shows up in my office, I'm not afraid to admit I was both angry at her deception but delighted I wouldn't have to fantasize about her anymore. She's brilliant at her job and knows exactly how to challenge me. But this is Hart territory and I own this kingdom. Yet Arianna is putting me to the absolute test and for the first time I am willingly giving up my power. But this could be dangerous in so many ways.

The Billionaire Hart Brothers

Breaking His Law - The Billionaire Hart Brothers, Book 1 (Unabridged)

Hungover, underpaid and overwhelmed, this isn't where Penny expected to be as she reached her late twenties. A sharp, smart and witty look at adulting - Fleabag meets Sorrow and Bliss with a splash of Dolly Alderton. 'No Hard Feelings is clever, funny and surprisingly sweet, and Penny captured my heart' Toni Jordan I exist on validation from emotionally unavailable men, biscuits, and cheap wine, and it's easier to get off with Max than a Tiny Teddy. Penny can't help but compare herself to her friends. Annie is about to become a senior associate at her law firm, Bec has just got engaged, Leo is dating everyone this side of the Yarra, and Penny is just ... waiting. Waiting for Max, her on-again, off-again boyfriend, to allow her to spend the night, waiting for the promotion she was promised, waiting for her Valium to kick in. Waiting for her real life to start. Out of excuses and sick of falling behind, Penny is determined to turn things around. She's going to make it work with Max, impress her tyrannical boss, quit seeing her useless therapist, remember to water her plants, and stop having panic attacks in the work toilets. But soon she's back to doomscrolling on Instagram, necking bottles of Aldi's finest sauvignon blanc, and criticising herself with renewed vigour and loathing. As her goals seem further away than ever, she has to wonder: when bad habits feel so good, how do you trust what's right for you? Praise for No Hard Feelings: 'Genevieve Novak will inevitably be compared to other authors, but the truth is, she is herself and herself alone - and that's a good thing. Funny, biting, vulnerable and unflinching, Novak's novel is like an ocean dip: a bit salty, very refreshing.' Lauren Sams 'Scaldingly funny and bitingly real, No Hard Feelings deserves a warning label: danger, may induce binge reading. With her sly wit, Genevieve Novak's debut demonstrates a brilliant eye for observing the little things in life, which together can be the biggest things of all.' Tori Haschka, author of Grace Under Pressure 'No Hard Feelings is a gratifying, warm and funny debut' Books+Publishing 'Novak has perfectly captured the self-doubt and total horror of having to be happy and functional in your twenties. It would have you crying into your chipped manicure if it wasn't so darn funny.' Kimberley Allsopp, author of Love and Other Puzzles

No Hard Feelings

FROM THE VIRAL TIK TOK AUTHOR OF OUT ON A LIMB AND NEXT TO YOU! Two bickering strangers trying to foster their younger siblings team up to create a stable home, but the undeniable chemistry between them threatens to ruin everything. "Funny and huge-hearted and romantic and real."— New York Times bestselling author Talia Hibbert When she discovers her biological mother has had a new baby, Chloe doesn't hesitate to provide a home for her. Failing to meet social services' financial evaluation, she's forced into a new initiative: joining households with another prospective guardian. Surly garage mechanic Warren, who is trying to gain custody of his deaf teenage brother, does not make a great first impression. But as their lives intertwine, Chloe and Warren discover they have more in common than they thought. So much so that the chemistry between them threatens everything they've fought for...

Next of Kin

A strangers to lovers, secret billionaire, working together romance from VH Nicolson. Perfect for fans of Anna Huang, Catharina Maura and Meghan QuinnHappy ever after's don't apply to me...I have six weeks left of my sabbatical in LA before I go home to my family and our business. I've spent months traveling, surfing and working on my tan but I get bored easily and I needed more. So that's what led me to my temporary job - and Violet West. The most hypnotically beautiful woman I've ever seen, whose killer curves and sharp tongue rock my world.But the clock is ticking and my return ticket is booked. I need to be careful I don't fall too hard. I need to keep my composure when she temps me to take a leap of faith with her, when she gets me so hot and bothered I end up in the emergency room. When she invites me into her home and convinces me to break my self-inflicted sex-ban... But the biggest risk? When she shows me what it feels like to be really loved, something I know nothing about. And now I don't want to leave. But I know good things never last... right?Readers LOVE VH Nicolson's books:'VH Nicolson's characters will touch your heart and her storytelling will always leave you wanting more.' Sadie Kincaid"A fan-yourself billionaire romance you'll think about long after the last page." Elle Nicoll'VH Nicolson is the kind of rising star who has no limits when it comes to how far she can go' Reader Review'The twists and turns are epic!' Reader Review'Addictive read!' Reader Review'There are some books that just touch your soul and Lincoln is one of those books' Reader Review

Lincoln - A steamy, strangers-to-lovers, secret billionaire, workplace romance from VH Nicolson for 2025! (Unabridged)

Their only path to victory is each other . . . George and Lucas can't stand each other - which makes it awkward being on the same Cambridge University rowing team. The uber-charming, womanising George got parachuted into Cambridge from America for his sporting prowess, despite his subpar grades, whereas Lucas worked for everything he's got - which sadly doesn't include a boyfriend. When George is told that this year he'll have to sit his exams fair and square, Lucas agrees to help him study - in exchange for help in wooing his crush, Amir. Together, they embark on a journey to seduce, cheat, and beat their way to the top. They face rivals within their own squad, cutthroat competitors at Oxford, and their own annoyance with each other. But as they get closer, they find that they actually make a great duo. Will Lucas and George help their rowing team beat their arch rivals in a centuries-old feud? Will George manage to pass his fiendishly hard exams? Will Lucas finally work up the courage to ask Amir out? And what will Lucas and George do when they realise that what they really want is each other - even if that means changing their lives forever. For readers of Red, White and Royal Blue, See You at the Finish Line is a brand-new LGBTQ+ enemies to lovers romance with a love story that will warm your heart.

See you at the Finish Line

What would you do if you could travel back in time? This bestselling heartwarming tale invites you to a cozy Tokyo cafe where four souls confront their pasts, seeking closure and connection. A poignant journey awaits.

Before the Coffee Gets Cold

Tales from the Cafe

A brilliantly funny debut that blends humor with noir, follow Gary's quest for love and excitement amid South London's quirky landscapes. Unforgettable characters and a surreal twist await in this bestseller.

The Satsuma Complex

WINNER of the Pulitzer Prize The Sunday Times Bestseller Best Books of 2022 pick - New York Times, Obama, TIME, Slate, Oprah Daily, Kirkus, LA Times, EW, Sarah Jessica Parker Read by a full cast of narrators, Trust by Hernan Diaz is a sweeping, unpredictable novel about power, wealth and truth, set against the backdrop of turbulent 1920s New York. Perfect for fans of Succession. Can one person change the course of history? A Wall Street tycoon takes a young woman as his wife. Together they rise to the top in an age of excess and speculation. But now a novelist is threatening to reveal the secrets behind their marriage, and this wealthy man’s story - of greed, love and betrayal - is about to slip from his grasp. Composed of four competing versions of this deliciously deceptive tale, Trust brings us on a quest for truth while confronting the lies that often live buried in the human heart. 'One of the great puzzle-box novels, it’s the cleverest of conceits, wrapped up in a page-turner' – Telegraph 'Genius' – Lauren Groff, author of Matrix

Trust

A joyous, touching tale that challenges the stereotypes of being a 'cat lady.' Follow Mia as she discovers the life she truly wants in this witty, heartwarming contemporary novel. Perfect for anyone seeking laughter and inspiration.

Cat Lady

Discover the magic of memories through food in this bestselling Japanese cozy crime novel. Join a father-daughter duo as they recreate lost recipes, unlocking the past and serving up hope for the future. A delightful culinary mystery awaits.

The Kamogawa Food Detectives

Open your heart to a tender tale of second chances and courage. Journey with Pip as she discovers love and the vast beauty of the universe, guided by an unlikely astronomer in this uplifting contemporary romance.

Paper Heart

Winner of the 1997 Booker Prize. The richly exotic story of the childhood the twins Esthappen and Rahel craft for themselves amongst India’s vats of banana jam and mountains of peppercorns. Here, perhaps, is the greatest Indian novel by a woman. Arundhati Roy’s ‘The God of Small Things’ is an astonishingly rich, fertile novel, teeming with life, colour, heart-stopping language, wry comedy and a hint of magical realism. Set against a background of political turbulence in Kerala, Southern India, ‘The God of Small Things’ tells the story of twins Esthappen and Rahel. Amongst the vats of banana jam and heaps of peppercorns in their grandmother’s factory, they try to craft a childhood for themselves amidst what constitutes their family – their lonely, lovely mother, their beloved Uncle Chacko (pickle baron, radical Marxist and bottom-pincher) and their avowed enemy Baby Kochamma (ex-nun and incumbent grand-aunt).

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