Two Sisters. Caitlin and Olivia are excited to finally be old enough to stay home alone. But, when they fall asleep, someone turns the handle of the back door and nothing is ever the same again. A Missing Daughter. When their parents return, they find Olivia's bed empty. Their eldest daughter gone... until now. One Terrible Lie. Ten years later, Olivia is back, and everyone is desperate to believe the nightmare is over. But Caitlin doesn't trust the woman who claims to be her sister. Their memories of that night don't match, and they are both hiding secrets that could tear their family apart... What if they trust the wrong daughter? Perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, B A Paris and Lisa Jewell.

The Wrong Daughter

One small mistake. One deadly consequence. Elodie Fray wants to be more like her perfect sister, Ada, the one her parents are actually proud of. When she decided to quit her job and pursue her dream of becoming an author, she thought it would be her time to shine, but a year on nothing has happened. And she's getting desperate. When Elodie makes one small mistake on a drunken night with a friend, things quickly spiral and suddenly everyone believes she has a book deal. Unable to find a way back from her little lie, her perfect dream becomes a perfect nightmare - and desperate times call for desperate measures. Meanwhile, everything is not as it seems in Ada Archer's perfect life. When her sister suddenly disappears, she questions everything - from her marriage, to the man who's been charged with Elodie's abduction. The papers say it's him, but the more she digs into her sister's life the less convinced she is. Ada will do anything to discover the truth, even if it kills her. No one knows what happened to Elodie Fray, and now her only chance of survival is her sister. Perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, B A Paris and Lisa Jewell.

One Small Mistake

'Wonderful. A fresh and lively take on a well-known tale' The Times 'Richly drawn . . . There's pomp and splendour in Solomons' sensuous tale, which is lush with exquisite places, heady scents, gold and glory, but . . .also the harsh reality of death and bloody betrayal' Daily Mail From the international bestselling author comes an unmissable new retelling of the life of one of the most captivating and misrepresented female figures in history. Cleopatra, Egyptian Princess, grows up the favoured daughter of the Pharoah, hiding amongst the scrolls in the great library of Alexandria with her beloved slave Charmian, longing for the chance one day to write her own story. Then when her father dies, willing that Cleopatra rule with her selfish brother Ptolemy, danger stirs. As the young Egyptian Queen sails the Nile to greet her people, he plots to destroy her and take the throne for himself. But while Ptolemy has the power of Egypt behind him, Cleopatra has her wits. And when the great Caesar arrives from Rome, she realises he could be the key to her salvation - though courting this powerful man could cost her everything. Can Cleopatra save her life, her throne, her beloved Egypt and finally command her own history? A powerful, unmissable new retelling, this is a captivating story of female power and vulnerability, of love and loss, fierce friendship and terrible betrayal. It's time to meet the real Cleopatra. 'Vibrant and enthralling. A glorious retelling of one of the most misrepresented female figures in history' Platinum magazine 'The fabled Egyptian queen bursts into fierce and complex life' Caroline Lea 'Vivid and compelling' Anya Bergman 'Shows us the true Cleopatra in all of her pride and glory' Luna McNamara 'As glorious and enthralling as its heroine' Naomi Kelsey 'A dazzling tale writhing with tension like a desert snake' Rachel Louise Driscol 'Thrilling. . . brings the ancient world vividly to life' Cathryn Kemp 'Solomons breathes life into the myth. Gripping' Elizabeth Lee READER REVIEWS ***** "I was absolutely bewitched" ***** "This book was both intimate and refreshing, vivid. I felt both the sticky heat of Egypt, and the cool breeze of the Queen's apartments at night." ***** "10/10 a much needed exploration into one of the most infamous women in ancient history" ***** "It shows her not so much as the beautiful seductress we see in other stories but clever and young ruler, and later mother. I liked seeing her grow as a person and ruler, but what I enjoyed most was her relationship with her slave and companion, it added a vulnerable side to her character that we rarely see." ***** "Solomon's gift is to immerse you in an immediately believable world and to connect you with character from the start. I found myself constantly wanting to check details reading Cleopatra, fascinated by the woman coming alive before me." ***** "I raced through the final section, heart wrung for the women whose story is forgotten in the plays. Just brilliant!" , heart wrung for the women whose story is forgotten in the plays. Just brilliant!"

Cleopatra

*The brand new thriller from Lucy Foley – THE MIDNIGHT FEAST – is available to buy now**The No.1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller* Discover the electric murder mystery thriller from the No.1, million-copy bestseller, Lucy Foley ‘Dazzling’ The Times ‘Compelling, up-all-night reading’ Erin Kelly ‘Atmosphere you can cut with a knife’Alex Michaelides ‘Gloriously twisty’ Ruth Ware ‘Combines edge-of-your-seat tension with out-and-out Parisian chic’ Adele Parks _________________________________________________________________ In a beautiful old apartment block, deep in the backstreets of Paris, secrets are stirring behind every resident’s door. The lonely wife The party animal The curtain-twitcher The secret lover The watchful caretaker The unwanted guest There was a murder here last night. Who holds the key to the mystery of apartment three? _________________________________________________________________ What readers are saying about The Paris Apartment: ‘One to devour entirely in one delicious sitting. Stupendous’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Twisty and mysterious and surprising’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me gripped right from the beginning’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Has “book of the year” written all over it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A page-turner with an amazing setting’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fabulously tense and mysterious read!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Paris Apartment was a New York Times No.1 bestseller for w/e 06/03/2022 The Guest List was a Sunday Times No.1 bestseller for w/c 14/09/2022 The Guest List was the Goodreads Choice Awards winner for Crime & Mystery 2020

The Paris Apartment

Don't miss Lucy Foley's new book, The Midnight Feast, coming June 18th! THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Told in rotating points of view, this Tilt-A-Whirl of a novel brims with jangly tension – an undeniably engrossing guessing game.” — Vogue ""[A] clever, cliff-hanger-filled thriller."" — People From the New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List comes a new locked room mystery, set in a Paris apartment building in which every resident has something to hide… Jess needs a fresh start. She’s broke and alone, and she’s just left her job under less than ideal circumstances. Her half-brother Ben didn’t sound thrilled when she asked if she could crash with him for a bit, but he didn’t say no, and surely everything will look better from Paris. Only when she shows up – to find a very nice apartment, could Ben really have afforded this? – he’s not there. The longer Ben stays missing, the more Jess starts to dig into her brother’s situation, and the more questions she has. Ben’s neighbors are an eclectic bunch, and not particularly friendly. Jess may have come to Paris to escape her past, but it’s starting to look like it’s Ben’s future that’s in question. The socialite – The nice guy – The alcoholic – The girl on the verge – The concierge Everyone's a neighbor. Everyone's a suspect. And everyone knows something they’re not telling.

“Omg!! This was just such a pleasure to read, in a dark and twisted way! It's such a breath of fresh air and so original… starts with a bang and never lets up… Amazing.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the Sunday Times and international bestselling author of Ragdoll, comes a heart-in-your-mouth unputdownable thriller that will keep you up all night! They call him the Jackdaw. On each body, he leaves a chilling signature: five scratches. And each time he kills, he takes a trophy, an eerie collection that grows with every strike. No one knows what he looks like, where he'll strike next, or why. He could be your neighbour, your boss… your husband. There’s only a paralysing fear that, whoever he is, he's out there: watching, waiting. Detective Scarlett Delaney’s neck prickles every time she hears the name Jackdaw. And now she’s been tasked with hunting him down before he kills again. But as she ventures deeper into a murky world of half-truths and clever lies, chasing the scant clues that Jackdaw leaves behind, Scarlett realises she isn't just hunting a killer. She's on his list. Soon the lines between prey and predator begin to blur, and Scarlett discovers that trusting those around her might be her final, deadly mistake… A totally gripping crime thriller with an AMAZING twist. If you loved Thirteen by Steve Cavanagh, The Chain by Adrian McKinty or anything by Jennifer Hillier you will race through Jackdaw. What readers are saying about Jackdaw: "Whip smart, sexy and wickedly readable. The serial killer thriller of the year!" M. J. Arlidge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is a high action, extremely clever whodunnit that has you hooked from the very start... took me by surprise as to how good and addictive it was.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Omg!! This was just such a pleasure to read, in a dark and twisted way! It's such a breath of fresh air and so original… starts with a bang and never lets up… If only all books could be to this standard! Amazing.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A twisty, highly creative spin on the police procedural hunt-for-the-killer genre…. It's creative, shocking and at times moving and I'd love to see this one get made for TV too!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Filled with twists and turns, this novel of hunting for a killer will keep you up at night! Highly recommend to all crime lovers.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A fabulous story with lots of twists and turns, I will be recommending it to everyone I know.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A gripping tale that is difficult to put down.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Dark and gripping from the off with a dose of dark humour thrown in.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A strong captivating read for lovers of addictive crime fiction.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Omg what can I say. From the first to last page I was hooked. Fast-paced, action-packed, original and so good.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A terrific thriller. I've enjoyed all of his books, but this one reaches new heights.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow what a book... I could not put it down.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What a great read!... I love the way this author’s mind works. Brilliantly written and so many twists, it will keep you on your toes until the very end!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A non-stop action story... Lots of twists and turns, truths and falsehoods and some enjoyable characters. A delightful rollercoaster ride!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A genuine page turner.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is Daniel Cole at his very best… super writing and fabulous characters what more can you ask for. This truly is a book not to be missed.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Jackdaw

'Queen of the chiller thriller' - Veronica Henry, author of The Secret Beach From bestselling author Ruth Kelly, The Ice Retreat is a spine-tingling thriller set in the world of controversial wellness treatments. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse. HEALER? Meet Hollie Jenson, presenter of the smash-hit docu-series Bad Medicine, which exposes the perils of extreme therapies. Her next target: a new retreat run by wellness guru Ariel Rose, who claims to have discovered the secret to healing pain through her three-day ice rebirth treatment. LIAR? Acting on a mother's plea to find her son, who vanished soon after his stay, Hollie ventures into the Swiss mountains where the retreat occupies a former observatory. There she will search for the boy, and hopes to expose Ariel as the charlatan she believes her to be. KILLER? As the isolation of the valley sets in, Hollie finds herself in an increasingly dangerous situation. There is much more to the retreat than meets the eye, and she must confront explosive secrets from her own past if she is to ever make it out alive . . . 'A breathtaking thriller with an evocative setting and some excellent twists - Ruth Kelly at her best.' - Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet

The Ice Retreat

A vividly stunning reimagining of the myth of Medusa and the sisters who loved her, in this captivating, moving debut novel, perfect for fans of Stone Blind and Ariadne. Even before they were transformed into Gorgons, Medusa and her sisters Stheno and Euryale were unique among immortals. Curious about mortals and their lives, Medusa and her sisters entered the human world in search of a place to belong, yet quickly found themselves at the perilous center of a dangerous Olympian rivalry and learned – too late – that a god's love is a violent one. Forgotten by history and diminished by poets, the other two Gorgons have never been more than horrifying hags, damned and doomed. But they were sisters first, and their journey from seaborne origins to the outskirts of the Pantheon is a journey that rests, hidden, underneath their scales. Monsters, but not monstrous, Stheno and Euryale will step into the light for the first time to tell the story of how all three sisters lived and were changed by each other, as they struggle against the inherent conflict between sisterhood and individuality, myth and truth, vengeance and peace.

Medusa's Sisters

‘OMG!!! SHUT THE FRONT DOOR!!! WHAT HAVE I JUST READ!?!?... Wow!!!… Mind-blowing… Absolutely stunning… Had me hook, line and sinker from the first page... I could not put it down!!!… Truly unputdownable. I started this yesterday afternoon and finished it at approx. 2am, I read it in one sitting… Addictive!’ Bookworm86, :star::star::star::star::star: I watch my best friend and the way she lays a hand on my partner’s arm, throwing me a knowing glance. I haven’t seen her for so long. She knows my darkest secret. Is she about to blow up the perfect life I’ve created? My partner José and I have poured everything into opening this rustic farmhouse retreat nestled high in the Spanish mountains. Finally we’re ready to welcome our first guests. But a cold chill comes over me when I recognise Saskia. She’s part of my old life, the one I made sure to leave behind, and that José knows nothing about. Saskia knows everything about me – even the terrible secret I’ve carried for so long. She’s exposed me once before. Is she here to do it again? She swears all she wants is for us to be friends again and she’s being so sweet, helping out whenever she can. Maybe she really is trying to make amends. But when I see that our beautiful water fountain is stained a deep red I’m certain it was her. She’s here for revenge. Then I find the body floating in the pool. My stomach drops as I realise it can’t have been Saskia – because she was with me. I’m in a nightmare. Someone is determined to destroy everything I love. But who are they, and how far are they willing to go? And will I be able to stop them before it’s too late? A totally unputdownable psychological thriller packed with jaw-dropping twists. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Mark Edwards and K.L. Slater. Readers love Karen King: ‘Wow!!!!!… I want to say how shocked and speechless I was by that ending. No way I would’ve guessed that one. That last chapter really got me… Almost gave me a heart attack… Oh my. I couldn’t put this down and raced through all the chapters… Time literally flew… I loved every minute of it.’ Bluemoonblogger, :star::star::star::star::star: 'Wowzers… Addicted… Didn't stop until I'd finished… Amazing twists… Blows everything out of the water!... Fast-paced, gripping, and filled with intrigue’ @staceywh17, :star::star::star::star::star: ‘Fantastic… The twists and turns are HUGE!… There are plenty of fireworks!… OMG!… I was gripped by the story and couldn’t put it down!’ Goodreads reviewer, :star::star::star::star::star: ‘I was just mindblown by the huge plot twist at the end… When I tell you that my jaw dropped, it really did… A cycle of plot twists kept landing and I was on edge! I just can’t and never will get over that epilogue; it felt like a bomb dropped!’ Goodreads reviewer ‘Wow, I absolutely loved this from start to finish! I was gripped from the first page and read it in one night! I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it, and I was completely blown away by that twist at the end!’ Goodreads reviewer, :star::star::star::star::star: ‘Will have you on your toes from start to finish!… Amazing… If you are ready for a book you absolutely cannot put down, this is the ONE!!!’ Goodreads reviewer

The Retreat

Alexandra has the perfect life: a successful business, a loving husband, and two beautiful children. But twenty years ago, she witnessed something she was never meant to see. When she finds a perfectly folded origami bird on her kitchen table one morning, she knows someone from her past is after her. Only four people knew her nickname – Birdie – and one of them is dead. She thought she'd buried the past. She thought she was safe. Now she’s forced to confront the night that changed everything – when three girls died at an exclusive party, and Alexandra ran away with a secret that could destroy some of the most powerful men in the country. The little bird isn’t just a reminder – it’s a warning. Someone knows what really happened that night. And they’re willing to tear apart her carefully constructed life to keep her quiet. Fans of Lisa Jewell, Ruth Ware and Gillian Flynn will be hooked on this unforgettable thriller which will keep you reading late into the night. What readers say about D. E. White’s thrillers: “Wow! I was completely hooked. A twisty tale that I found difficult to put down. Addictive." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I was gripped from the very first page. About halfway through I thought I had it worked out, but I was wrong. Very, very wrong. Absolutely, adrenaline-pumpingly brilliant.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow, what a final twist ending. I didn’t see that coming! Fantastic.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I LOVED this book! Kept me on my toes... full of suspense and drama.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wowwwww. Mind blown... Just great all round.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fabulous... grabs you at page one and never lets go. Prepare for a rollercoaster thriller with a twist that will leave you breathless.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A heart-pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat. One of the best books this year.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow... what a page-turner. Twists and turns right up to the end and the biggest shock of all. Excellent.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Another twisty page-turner from D. E. White. Just when I thought I’d worked everything out, another plot twist appeared. Read in two nail-biting sittings as I didn’t want to put it down.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Everyone Is Lying

‘Heartbreakingly sexy. The last chapter had me sobbing! Enormously funny, sad and very spicy. An absolutely fantastic read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A heart-wrenching and life-affirming story of love and loss from number one bestselling author Nicola May Gracie Davies is at an all-time low. After a devastating loss, the last thing she needs is a colleague hinting over coffee that it’s time to lose her baby weight. Then her boyfriend betrays her, and her world totally falls apart. Rebuilding her life from scratch – with the support of her free-spirited sister, an unorthodox therapist, and a feisty new friend – Gracie finally begins to get her mojo back. Add in a passionate fling with handsome landscaper Ed, a fairytale encounter with a Hollywood film star and the persistence of her adulterous ex, and life is anything but predictable… Soon she finds that community, purpose, and perhaps even new love might be the perfect prescription for a broken heart. But can a heart that’s been so utterly broken ever trust again? Warm, witty, wildly sexy and deeply moving, Nicola May's unforgettable novel is perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Marian Keyes, and Amanda Prowse. Readers love How to Fix a Broken Heart: ‘Pure escapism… warm, funny, just a perfect read!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an amazing book. I was lost in this book for a few days and I’m still thinking of it… an incredible, touching story.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was in tears, this is an emotional rollercoaster ride of book, you had better strap in!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautiful, emotional… I highly recommend that you read this, but have a box of tissues at hand! You may cry!!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Nicola May triumphs… A moving, mature, gutsy story… Superb! Women (and those who love them) will devour this book.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A heartfelt, enjoyable read, I loved it!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautiful… full of tears, romance and heartbreaking sadness! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a feel-good chick lit with a deeper meaning.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Written from the heart… a rollercoaster ride of emotions. It is packed full of heartbreak but is also an exceptionally uplifting read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely brilliant read. I read it in a day. So many twists and turns…’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I just could not put this book down… so enjoyable and heartwarming.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fantastic! Tearjerker! A wonderful tale, it will make you cry and it will make you laugh.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brutally honest and touching account of coming to terms with loss... But this book is also so much more… it’s a comedy, it explores relationships, both romantic and platonic… it’s escapism… and romance (with naughty bits).’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

How to Fix a Broken Heart

'Dark, chilling, atmospheric . . . The Escape is this winter’s The Hunting Party' – Veronica Henry From bestselling author Ruth Kelly, The Escape is an electrifying thriller of influencers, secrets and lies set in a grand mansion in rural France. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse. The Perfect Offer When struggling influencer couple Adele and Jack post a crowdfunding video online, they’re amazed when a mysterious benefactor offers to buy them a crumbling French chateau. It’s the lifeline they need to leave all their troubles behind. The Perfect Dream For Adele, it’s a dream come true. She will post videos of the renovation as thousands of online subscribers follow their journey. But the chateau is not all it seems and the local community is far from welcoming. The Perfect Nightmare Then Adele’s videos suddenly stop. Her sister Erin visits to make sure she’s OK, but the couple have vanished. Between the obsession of Adele’s fans and the claustrophobic secrecy of the nearby town, Erin must unravel the shocking truth behind the couple’s disappearance . . . 'A deliciously dark look at the world of influencers set against the backdrop of a glamorous French chateau - tense and shocking' – Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet

The Escape

A smart, romantic comedy about how finding The One doesn't always have to be love at first sight... Lavinia Ferrari is in her fifth year at Bocconi University where she studies Economics when she is introduced to a new project that will guarantee her extra credits. She's intrigued... but it means the class must team up with students from the Computer Engineering course. Lavinia has absolutely no interest in the project, and to top things off, she's paired with Seb Marconi who is less than enthusiastic. When the work begins, her friends seem to be making great progress with their partners, but Lavinia isn't having the same luck... Seb is making it quite clear that he's not interested in the project, or Lavinia, fuelling her frustration. She has no choice – they're stuck in this, and besides, she won't receive her extra credits unless they work together. Lavinia must come up with a way to convince the guy who drives her crazy to put the work in... but how? ´Stuck With You´ is ideal for fans of Sally Thorne and Christina Lauren. Anna Premoli is a bestselling author in Italy. She began writing to relieve stress while working as a financial consultant for a private bank. Her novel, ´Love to Hate You´ won the Bancarella prize in 2013.

Stuck With You

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER! 'There’s nothing quite like a Karen Swan novel to get you in the festive mood - Seasonal escapism at its best' - Woman & Home Snowed in for the holidays, old truths rise to the surface. Christmas by Candlelight is a cosy Christmas story from Karen Swan, bestselling author of The Stolen Hours. It’s three days before Christmas and starting to snow when high-flier Libby and her new boyfriend reluctantly attend her university reunion. Hosted by Archie Templeton – the heartbreaker of their group – at his grand family estate in Yorkshire, the night is a great success until they go to leave: the road is now blocked with snow. At first, being snowed in together is fun. But as hours pass everyone grows restless. Then the power goes out . . . Hunkered down together by candlelight, they reminisce about old times – and tensions soon start to rise. Secrets from the past begin to unravel and Libby is confronted with a truth she has long tried to deny. Reviews for Christmas By Candlelight: 'You know that the festive season is well and truly here when a Karen Swan Christmas cracker appears . . . Sprinkled throughout with Swan’s trademark twists and turns, insight, cosy charm, and eye for comedy, this is the perfect warm-up for the Christmas holiday.' - Yorkshire Post 'An author loved for her cosy, escapist, festive fiction' - Prima 'With well-drawn characters and plenty of romance and drama, this page-turner will leave you with a warm festive glow.' - The Mirror 'Seasonal escapism at its best' - Women's Weekly 'A cosy Christmas read with plenty of twists' - Woman's Own 'This escapist, uplifting story explores old friends and fractured relationships . . . With relatable characters, plenty of secrets and a sprinkle of feel-good cosiness, this is the perfect winter read.' - My Weekly What readers are saying about Christmas by Candlelight: 'a Christmas/Winter read at its best. Dive in and escape any Winter Blues!' 'Christmas isn't Christmas without a Karen Swan book!' 'Perfect ingedients for a lovely Christmas read!'

Christmas By Candlelight

Their love transcends every boundary. Can it cheat death? Orphia dreams of something more than the warrior crafts she's been forced to learn. Hidden away on a far-flung island, her blood sings with poetry, and her words can move flowers to bloom and forests to grow... but her father, the sun god Apollo, has forbidden her this art. A chance meeting with a young shield-maker, Eurydicius, gives her the courage to use her voice. After wielding all her gifts to defeat one final champion, Orphia draws the scrutiny of the gods. Performing her poetry, she wins the protection of the goddesses of the arts: the powerful Muses, who welcome her to their sanctuary on Mount Parnassus. Orphia learns to hone her talents, crafting words of magic infused with history, love, and tragedy. When Eurydicius joins her, Orphia struggles with her desire for fame and her budding love. As her bond with the gentle shield-maker grows, she joins the Argonauts on their quest for the Golden Fleece. Facing dragons, sirens, and ruthless warriors on the voyage, Orphia earns unparalleled fame but longs to return to Eurydicius. Yet she has a darker journey to make—one which will see her fight for her love with all the power of her poetry. This stunning, gender-flipped novel about love, creativity, and the power of speaking out is perfect for fans of Madeline Miller and Pat Barker.

Orphia and Eurydicius

Juliana makes a modest living as an "ethnic" TV/film extra – even though her only connections with her Spanish heritage are her cacti, intermittent Spanish classes, and some confused memories of a Spanish mother she hasn't seen since she was seven. When her beloved Uncle Arturo offers her the chance to discover her roots while house-sitting at his coastal home in a quiet corner of Andalusia, Juliana can't believe her luck. Especially when he reveals that the house will be hers if she fulfils ten life-enhancing 'Conditions' within 90 days. Redecoration of the house and a visit to the old film studio where her mother used to sew costumes seem ridiculously simple tasks for such a wonderful reward. But little does Juliana realise that there are family secrets and inherited rivalries awaiting her in sunny Spain, and the condition that she has to 'get on with the neighbours' – who include a ruggedly handsome but moody artist – may be harder than she thinks. Perfect for fans of 'An absolutely delightful and captivating read!' – Lucy Coleman, bestselling author of Summer in Andalucia 'A delightful, romantic and moving adventure. I enjoyed every moment... A delicious slice of golden escapism' – Louise Douglas, bestselling author of The House by the Sea Cherry Radford writes uplifting novels about identity, renewal and romance, and, having been raised by a half-Spanish mother, her love of Spain and Spanish culture comes through in all her novels. "The Spanish House", "The Spanish Garden" and "The Spanish Cove" are three novels set in the starkly beautiful Cabo de Gata Natural Park region of coastal Andalusia, where she now lives.

The Spanish House: Escape to sunny Spain with this absolutely gorgeous and unputdownable summer romance

The pioneer of romantic suspense Mary Stewart transports listeners to the idyllic hills of mid-century Crete in this tale of peril and intrigue that will keep fans of Agatha Christie and Barbara Pym on the edge of their seats. While on a walking holiday through the beautiful, deserted hills of Crete, Nicola Ferris stumbles across a critically injured Englishman, guarded by a fierce Greek. Nicola cannot abandon them and so sets off on a perilous search for their lost companion - all the while being pursued by someone who wants to make sure none of them leave the island . . . When the big white bird flew suddenly up among the glossy leaves and the lemon flowers, and wheeled into the mountain, I followed it. 'Mary Stewart is magic' New York Times 'One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century' Independent 'A comfortable chair and a Mary Stewart: total heaven. I'd rather read her than most other authors.' Harriet Evans 'She built the bridge between classic literature and modern popular fiction. She did it first and she did it best.' Herald (P)2019 Hodder & Stoughton Limited

The Moon-Spinners

Andie finds herself in the midst of a media scandal that threatens to end her career as a TV landscape designer and her relationship with fellow presenter Johnny. On impulse, she decides to rent her grandmother's old home in southern Spain where she stayed as a child, but is shocked to discover that the beautiful Mediterranean garden she loved is now neglected and overgrown. Worse, her booking has fallen through and ex-flamenco dancer Vicente and his little son Rafi are staying at Casa Higuera – where Vicente's wife died in an unexplained accident. After a rocky first meeting, Andie offers to restore the garden, and gradually she and Vicente form a tentative bond. As the garden heals and reveals its secrets, can anything grow between two people who have lost so much? An unputdownable romance set under the beautiful Spanish sunshine, perfect for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jennifer Bohnet and T.A. Williams. Cherry Radford was a piano teacher at the Royal Ballet Junior School, a keyboard player in a band, and a research optometrist at London's Moorfields Eye Hospital before finally becoming an author. She writes uplifting novels about identity, renewal and romance, and, having been raised by a half-Spanish mother, her love of Spain and Spanish culture comes through in all her novels. The Spanish House, The Spanish Garden and The Spanish Cove are three novels set in the starkly beautiful Cabo de Gata Natural Park region of coastal Andalusia, where she now lives.

The Spanish Garden

Everyone knew influencer Joy Maddison. Millions followed her perfect life online, envying her loving husband, adorable kids, and stunning home. Until the night Joy vanished without a trace. Five years later, Joy's dramatic reappearance sends shockwaves through the people she left behind. Unraveling the tangled truth about what happened to her will force Joy to confront a devastating secret from her past – a secret someone is determined to keep buried at all costs. But as long-buried memories resurface and dark truths come to light, it becomes chillingly clear that Joy isn't the only one with something to hide. Someone close to Joy will stop at nothing to silence her. Permanently. Joy must fight for the life she left behind. Because when you have everything, you can also lose everything… A gripping thriller packed with secrets, lies and shocking twists, You Know Her will keep you guessing until the very last page. Perfect for fans of Gone Girl, The Silent Patient and The Girl on the Train. Readers love You Know Her: “Wow! I was completely hooked. A twisty tale that I found difficult to put down. Addictive." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I was gripped from the very first page. About halfway through I thought I had it worked out, but I was wrong. Very, very wrong. Absolutely, adrenaline-pumpingly brilliant.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow, what a final twist ending. I didn't see that coming! Fantastic.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I LOVED this book! Kept me on my toes... full of suspense and drama.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wowwwww. Mind blown... Just great all round.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Had me hooked from the beginning. Loved it!” Joy Ellis, author of The River’s Edge “Fabulous... grabs you at page one and never lets go. Prepare for a rollercoaster thriller with a twist that will leave you breathless.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A heart-pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat. One of the best books this year.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow... what a page-turner. Twists and turns right up to the end and the biggest shock of all. Excellent.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A just-one-more-chapter read that grabs your attention and won’t let go.” Jo Furniss, author of Dead Mile “Totally gripping and you won't want to put it down. Loved it and didn't want the story to end.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wow, this is fabulous – I can see it as a Netflix series! A taut psychological thriller that had me completely gripped.” Victoria Dowd, author of The Smart Women series “Dark, twisty, fast-paced… a gripping read.” Lisa Brace, author of Star Survivor “This has everything. A story that hooks and a character you will root for until the end.” Keri Beevis, author of The Summer House “Dark, emotive and raw… grips from the first and will keep you guessing right up to the shocking end twist. Be prepared for a late one because you won’t be able to put this utterly compulsive thriller down!” A. A. Chaudhuri, author of The Final Party “Another twisty page-turner from D. E. White. Just when I thought I'd worked everything out, another plot twist appeared. Read in two nail-biting sittings as I didn't want to put it down." Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Gripping, chilling, with a killer twist…” Lucy Martin, author of Last to Leave “Incredible. Will make you question everyone and everything.” Graham Bartlett, author of City on Fire

You Know Her

Breath catches in my throat and terror grips me as my daughter’s favourite jumper slides into focus. Time slows. Helpless, I watch my precious little girl run into the road. Screeching tyres slice through the quiet afternoon. Days from now, my friends will say the worst day of my life was all my fault… A bright and welcoming haven, the playgroup sits at the heart of the town, tucked away inside a red-brick building. The Nest should have been the safest place for my rosy-cheeked, pink-obsessed daughter, Florence. Run by mothers like me, I trusted my newfound friends – Alice, Beth and Georgie – to take care of my child. But now my choice has left Florence fighting for her life. My heart pounds thinking about what I will tell my husband, James. He stayed with me through the darkest times, and I thought some space would bring us closer. But as I watch our little girl sleeping in a hospital bed, I know our relationship may never recover from this. How can I tell James what really happened if I don’t know myself? I can’t shake the feeling the other mothers are lying to me; they know I’d never let Florence leave the nursery by herself. We’ve all got dangerous secrets we want to protect, but if they expose mine, will anyone, including my husband, believe me when I say I didn’t harm my daughter? A completely gripping psychological suspense about the dark price of protecting your family, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Adele Parks and Sally Hepworth. What readers are saying about Leah Mercer: ‘Brilliant… a fantastic family drama… Emotional and heartbreaking… I was kept on the edge of my seat from the beginning until the end I just couldn't put it down… 5+ stars.’ Goodreads reviewer ????? ‘A cannot put down novel… A page turner… I did not want to stop reading… Don’t miss this book.’ NetGalley reviewer ????? ‘Gripping… I devoured in a day!… It had me on the edge of my chair all the way to the very end… This is a winner!’ Goodreads reviewer ????? ‘Wow! Great book! This book had a bit of everything! Kept me glued to my e-reader!… Definitely a page turner!’ Sassy Southern Books ????? ‘One of the best reads I've come across this year!… WTH?… Superb… Downright delicious!!!!’ The Secret Book Sleuth ????? ‘I couldn’t put it down… Just when you start thinking you know what's going on… WRONG!!!… The twists were sooo amazing and absolutely not what you expect… I loved every second.’ Goodreads reviewer ????? ‘Hooked on this book from the beginning! I loved the suspense… Does not disappoint.’ Goodreads reviewer ????? ‘Fantastic… I couldn’t put it down… stayed up late to finish it!’ Goodreads reviewer ‘Had me hook, line and sinker from beginning to end… An awesome read that kept me flipping the pages.’ @rubie_reads ‘Wow… Full of so many twists and turns I feel dizzy… It kept me on my toes.’ Goodreads reviewer

The Playgroup

A family heirloom, handmade in Paris. A wartime sacrifice that changed everything. And a secret kept for generations. Paris, 1940. Clutching a delicate silver dove-shaped brooch – the last gift from her beloved Otto, with a message of love engraved in the back – Lally flees her home in Paris. With her closest friend by her side, she dodges the Nazi gunfire echoing all around the city streets. But as they become more and more desperate during the darkest days Europe has ever known, one must make a terrible sacrifice for them both to survive… France, 2014. After her father’s death, grieving Hope starts a new life in France. All she knows of her father’s family is that they were separated in World War Two. And her only inheritance is a unique, dove-shaped brooch. Exploring an antique market one day, Hope’s breath catches in her throat at what she finds. A wartime picture of a green-eyed girl, a silver brooch pinned to her dress, shaped like a dove in flight. Hope has only ever seen one like it before. Certain it’s her family heirloom, Hope is desperate to find the woman in the portrait. But it soon becomes clear that some wartime secrets are dangerous to uncover… Will Hope’s discoveries change everything she ever believed about her father? And even if she does find the truth, will it bring her healing – or tear her apart? Fans of The Letter, The Nightingale and We Were the Lucky Ones will be utterly swept away by this heartbreaking and unforgettable tale about family secrets in World War Two and the bonds that held people together during terrible times. What readers are saying about Natalie Meg Evans: ‘Wow… Amazing… found myself reaching for the Kleenex box so many times… Gripping… had me from the very first word on page one until the very last… Broke my heart over, and over again. I devoured this book in one sitting… I was breathless… A must-read. I loved it.’ Page Turners, ????? ‘By far the best book I’ve read this year. There have been a few 2 am bedtimes because I couldn’t bear to put it down without another chapter… or 2… A fantastic book.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????? ‘Wow, I adored and inhaled this… I fell in love… won my heart… Heartbreaking, gripping… Fantastic… Perfect.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????? ‘This book had me from the very first page… outstanding. If you only read one book of historical fiction, make it this one. Excellent.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????? ‘Broke my heart… Historical fiction lovers will devour this heartbreaking novel.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????

The Paris Inheritance

From the internationally bestselling author of Fair Rosaline comes a captivating historical novel—a powerful retelling of the life of one of the most beguiling and misrepresented female figures in history, Cleopatra. The favored daughter of the Pharaoh, Egyptian Princess Cleopatra spent her childhood hiding amid the scrolls in the great library of Alexandria, dreaming of one day writing her own story. When her father dies, naming both Cleopatra and her selfish brother Ptolemy as his successors to the throne, danger arises. While the young Queen sails the Nile to greet her people, her brother plots to eliminate her and rule the empire alone. But while Ptolemy has the power of the kingdom behind him, Cleopatra has her cunning wits. When the great Caesar arrives from Rome, she realizes he could be the key to her salvation—though courting this powerful man could cost her everything. Can Cleopatra save her life, her throne, and her beloved Egypt and finally write her own history? Told from the dueling perspectives of Cleopatra and Caesar’s mistress Servilia, I Am Cleopatra is a powerful, addictively readable reimagining of the alluring queen’s life. A modern retelling that goes beyond previous caricatures, I Am Cleopatra is a fascinating portrait of the flesh-and blood-woman behind the great legend. Natasha Solomons’ spellbinding story of female power and fragility, love and loss, fierce friendship and terrible betrayal introduces at last the real Cleopatra in all her glory and vulnerability.

I Am Cleopatra

This summer, on the Greek island of Corfu, sparks will fly as dreams come true... Lydia Broom is living her second-best life. With her dreams of being a chef left in the dust she instead finds solace writing about the dishes she wished she created. When Lydia's sent to Corfu on an assignment, she's excited to see what culinary delights the island has to offer, but nothing seems to tickle her fancy - until she tastes the creations of local cook, Thanos Nicolaidis. After one sizzling afternoon in the kitchen together, Lydia and Thanos both allow themselves to dream of the futures they desperately want. And as they grow closer, sharing secret ingredients and family recipes, Thanos begins to realise he has to show Lydia the parts of him he's done so well to hide... Get ready for the hottest Greek meze on the menu as Lydia and Thanos discover that amid the sirtaki dancing and the smashing plates, they might just be cooking up their very own love story.

A Taste of Greek Summer

Absolutely wonderful. I feel as though I've been on holiday’ – Jane Lovering The perfect escapist romance. Let yourself be whisked away to sun-drenched Spain for a holiday you won't forget. For fans of Rosanna Ley, Jennifer Bohnet and Lucy Coleman. Piano teacher Marina Meyer is delighted when her mother offers to help buy her own place in London, even though it means returning to Spain to sell the family holiday home. Cala Turquesa may be beautiful, but it also holds painful memories of Marina's father, who tragically died there in a boating accident. When Marina befriends turtle-saving vet Mati, it's hard to believe she could have stayed away so long. And then there's handsome property developer Agustín, who has set his sights on more than just the real estate... But as Marina clears out her father's belongings, memories resurface, along with troubling questions about the circumstances of his death. Can Marina overcome these to find happiness in the Spanish Cove? Readers love Cherry Radford: 'A wonderful book, that I would recommend to anyone' Reader review 'A light and heart warming read set in a beautiful location' Reader review 'I could not put this down, it was my first book by this author and wish I had found her a while ago. Fantastic writing, fantastic plot development and I just loved the main character' Reader review 'This was my first Cherry Radford book and it was a beautifully written story. The description of Spain made the reader feel like they were there with Juliana' Reader review 'A great summer read!' Reader review 'Absolutely loved this sweet romance... So glad I came across this' Reader review

The Spanish Cove

Giada Borghi has always known exactly what she wants. Graduating with honours? Check. An internship at a prestigious consulting company in Milan? Check! Ariberto Castelli, with his pretty face and unironically monogrammed shirts? Definitely not. Sure, they may have shared a kiss in a nightclub once upon a time – that doesn't change anything! Boys like Ariberto and girls like Giada just don't belong together. But working so closely with a handsome Italian is bound to turn any girl's head, especially as she realises there's more to Ariberto than meets the eye. The summer days are long and hot... can Giada make it through with her head – and heart – intact? ´Mad About You´ is ideal for fans of Sally Thorne and Christina Lauren. What readers are saying about ´Mad About You´: "Premoli perfectly describes Giada and Ari's blossoming relationship, injected with great humour[...]" - Sera De La Haye "Lovely story of Giada and Ariberto. Chemistry between them was v good and loved the story" - Raj

Mad About You

A touch of The Bear and the Nightingale, a bit of Juniper & Thorn, and a sense of wonder and adventure makes up this lyrical debut fantasy of a young woman in search of a home, and a home in search of people to make it feel lived in. Marisha’s time is running out. She’s already lost her family to the sleeping plague, and she fears she’ll be next. Penniless and desperate for protection, Marisha is forced to accept a job as apprentice to the notorious koldunya, the sorceress Baba Zima. But Baba Zima is renowned for being both clever and cruel. And most difficult of all is her current apprentice, Olena, who wants nothing to do with Marisha. Despite her fears and Olena’s cold demeanor, Marisha finds herself drawn into the magical world of koldunry and delves further into Olena’s research—a cure for the sleeping plague. Accompanying Olena on an increasingly dangerous, seemingly impossible search for a cure, she finds hidden connections between the sleeping plague, her own family’s history, and her bizarre, recurring dreams: dreams of a masked ball where the deep sleepers are trapped endlessly dancing—and a monstrous beaked man who haunts her every step . . .

House of Frost and Feathers

A page-turning literary fantasy filled with terror and wonder, set in a sun-baked Southern Italy, for fans of The Girls by Emma Cline, The Magus by John Fowles and The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. It's been labelled a doomsday cult, but the Bastion might be humanity's last hope. Amidst all the lies and chaos, come hear their true story, in their own words. On the rural coast of Puglia, Italy, Becca and Ric run the Bastion, offering solace and a home for lost souls. Each year they welcome new members to join the Open Feast, where they teach them to release their burdens and create a better world, in a journey of self-discovery and spiritual teachings. But the Bastion has secrets. The Bastion has a destiny. Deep in the Inner Pinewood, a place of real magic and beauty, they are all that stands against the dark forces that would tear the sky wide open. And what of those who call Becca and Ric liars? Cult leaders and con artists? What of those who tried to leave the Bastion? As it becomes increasingly difficult to tell truth from fiction, who can you trust to save us all?

The Dark Side of the Sky

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