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A BBC radio adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Michael Cunningham, inspired by Virginia Woolf's Mrs Dalloway Three separate women, living in different locations and eras, are linked by their passion for Virginia Woolf's novel Mrs Dalloway. As they each live through a Tuesday in June, their thoughts and experiences mirror each other and become interwoven. In Richmond in 1923, Virginia Woolf struggles to write a novel whose protagonist is Mrs Dalloway. In Los Angeles in 1949, Laura ignores her chores and small son to sit in bed reading Mrs Dalloway. In 1990s New York, Clarissa goes to buy flowers for a party, mirroring the start of the fictional Mrs Dalloway's day. The party is in honour of her sick friend Richard, who long ago dubbed her Mrs Dalloway. As their stories intertwine, they converge to become one, weaving together themes of storytelling, domestic tension, friendship, love, loss, parental guilt, loneliness, bisexuality and the challenges of hosting social rituals. Adapted by Sony Award-winning dramatist Frances Byrnes, this affecting dramatisation stars Fenella Woolgar as Virginia Woolf, Teresa Gallagher as Laura and Rosamund Pike as Clarissa. 'I am so thrilled by the BBC's production of my novel, The Hours, and - believe me - a novelist does not thrill easily' - Michael Cunningham Directed by Judith Kampfner and Polly Thomas Produced by Judith Kampfner A Corporation For Independent Media production for BBC Radio 4 Duration: 2 hours approx.

A blizzard brings them together, but love—and life's unexpected twists—will test everything they thought they knew about passion, trust, and family. Love can strike in the middle of a blizzard… A fierce snowstorm leaves Susan Morgan stranded, and the only refuge she can find is in the home of a stranger—Ricardo Montoya, a handsome baseball star with secrets of his own. What starts as a single, passionate night soon turns Susan's life upside down, leading to an unexpected pregnancy and a whirlwind marriage that neither of them anticipated. Suddenly thrust into the glamorous, high-pressure world of professional baseball and high society, Susan must learn to find her own voice while juggling the challenges of fame, family, and personal ambition. Ricardo, meanwhile, struggles to let down the walls he's built around his heart, realizing that the woman he thought was just a fleeting encounter might be the one who can teach him how to love fully. As they face public scrutiny, cultural differences, and the tension between personal dreams and shared responsibilities, Susan and Ricardo discover that love is never simple—but it can be worth every risk. From survival to romance, from fear to courage, Joan Wolf delivers a contemporary love story about finding connection in the most unexpected moments and learning that sometimes the heart knows its own path. …and a single moment can change a life forever.

Set against the backdrop of industrial unrest in early 19th-century England, Shirley combines social commentary with romance and rich character development. The novel follows Caroline Helstone, a gentle and introspective young woman, and Shirley Keeldar, a bold and independent heiress. As political tensions rise among workers and mill owners, the lives of these women intertwine with themes of love, class conflict, and societal change. With its vivid depiction of historical events and strong female characters, Shirley offers a unique blend of romance, drama, and social realism. This audiobook is ideal for listeners who enjoy historical fiction, classic romance, and stories of resilience in times of change.

Sie ist die Ex seines besten Freundes. Für ihn zählt nur der Sport ... eigentlich Nachdem ihr Freund sie betrogen hat, will Handballerin Liv vor allem eins: nach vorne schauen. Studium, Training, Alltag - für Herzschmerz bleibt keine Zeit. Was sie nicht weiß: Ausgerechnet Bo, der beste Freund ihres Ex, soll sie dazu bringen, Elias noch eine Chance zu geben. Doch je mehr Zeit die beiden miteinander verbringen, desto komplizierter wird der Plan. Zwischen Uni, Handball und jeder Menge Schlagabtausch wächst etwas, das keiner von ihnen gebrauchen kann. Vor allem nicht Bo. Denn plötzlich steht er vor der Wahl zwischen Loyalität und der Frau, die er längst nicht mehr vergessen kann. Was dich erwartet: Sports-Romance mit Handball Viel Tension mit einer Prise Spice (low spice) Green Flag Love Interest Dies ist der erste Band der " Firebirds "-Serie von Alix Bente. Jeder Band ist unabhängig voneinander lesbar. Band 1: Liv & Bo Band 2: Romy & Silas (erscheint im Herbst 2027)

Lacy Gallatin, the youngest of the Gallatin sisters, is a woman with a mission: to find her father's killer. Haunted by the belief that she's failed him, Lacy is also battling a desire to have something more than just revenge, something she can't quite figure out. Enter Dave Shepard, deputy sheriff for the area. Dave has been fervently trying to find the man who killed George Gallatin, but he always feels inadequate when it comes to the beautiful Lacy. When they are together, the tension crackles between them--both when they argue and when they kiss. Lacy finds him frustratingly irresistible...but is it truly love?

Bringst du das Herz des Eisprinzen zum Schmelzen oder erstarrst du selbst zu Eis? Aus heiterem Himmel wird Riella ins Schloss von Frosthaven eingeladen, um dem gefürchteten Eisprinzen als Verlobte vorgesetzt zu werden. Man flüstert, er habe alle Anwärterinnen zuvor vergrault oder erstarren lassen. Welches gefährliche Spiel spielt sein Bruder, indem er ausgerechnet eine einfache Schneiderstochter in die Fänge des Eisprinzen lockt? Riella betritt ein zerbrechliches Eisfeld voller Gefahren, denn der Prinz hat nicht nur Eismagie auf seiner Seite, sondern auch einen launischen Eisdrachen. Zwischen frostigen Blicken und eisigen Mauern entdeckt Riella Risse in seiner Fassade. Doch je tiefer sie in die eiskalten Geheimnisse des Schlosses eintaucht, desto klarer wird: Der wahre Kampf wird nicht um ihr Leben geführt, sondern um ihr Herz. Das erwartet dich in diesem Hörbuch: Enemies to lovers / Ice to Fire Starke Protagonistin Tension Beauty and the Beast Vibes Forced Proximity Arranged Marriage Slow Burn Fantasy Romance

Philadelphia, 1844. As violent tensions escalate between "nativists" and recent Irish immigrants, Edgar Allan Poe's fears for the safety of his wife Virginia and mother-in-law Muddy are compounded when he receives a parcel of mummified bird parts. Could his nemesis have returned to settle an old score? Just as odd is the arrival of Helena Loddiges, a young heiress who demands Poe's help to discover why her lover died at the city's docks on his return from an expedition to Peru. But when Miss Loddiges is kidnapped, he and his friend C. Auguste Dupin must unravel a mystery involving old enemies and the legendary jewel of Peru.

Now thought to have been assassinated at the second prince's order, Regis returns to Verseilles in disguise. There, he unites with an unexpected ally, enacting a plan to sow political discord. In the midst of this covert operation, Altina leads her army to the capital where she at last reunites with her tactician. There is no time to rejoice, however-tensions linger, and a new emperor soon takes the throne. Latrielle issues a declaration of war to all surrounding nations, and Altina is dispatched to the disastrous southern front. Here is the twelfth volume of a tale of war, love, and politics, woven by the bookworm and the sword princess.

Agatha Christie's world-famous mystery thriller, reissued with a striking new cover designed to appeal to the latest generation of Agatha Christie fans and book lovers. Ten strangers, apparently with little in common, are lured to an island mansion off the coast of Devon by the mysterious U.N.Owen. Over dinner, a record begins to play, and the voice of an unseen host accuses each person of hiding a guilty secret. That evening, former reckless driver Tony Marston is found murdered by a deadly dose of cyanide. The tension escalates as the survivors realise the killer is not only among them but is preparing to strike again... and again...

'A perfect summer read' Reader's Digest 'An absolutely stunning romcom' Falon Ballard, author of Just My Type ___________ Two rivals. Seven countries. Could this be their chance to fall in love? Dylan Coughlan has just won a trip around the world. The catch? Her travel partner is a random contact from her phone. And it's Jack 'the Posho', the man she accidentally ghosted. The two couldn't be more different, and as the trip kicks off, Jack seems like he'd sooner fling himself into the sun than have a conversation with Dylan which does not bode well for her travel blog. She has to create a hit column documenting her travels...and her love life. Dylan's willing to do anything, even if it means embellishing her budding relationship. But as the column's popularity grows, so does the bond between Dylan and Jack. There's no denying the fire burning between them. Will Dylan finally let her heart take flight or will she and Jack come down to Earth with a bump? The glorious sizzling TikTok rom com perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Ali Hazelwood and Tessa Bailey ___________ What people are saying about Wanderlust: 'A perfect summer read -plenty of sexy enemies-to-lovers tension and enough immersive travel descriptions to feel like you got a whirlwind vacation too.' Reader's Digest 'A fun romp for those looking to travel within their book' Cultress 'Everhart is a writer to watch' Publishers Weekly 'An escapist read ' Amazon Reviewer 'A r eally fun read' Amazon Reviewer 'The perfect companion whether you're off on a round-the-world adventure or just to the lounger in the backyard.' Amazon Reviewer

Spicy gay taboo romance, die BookTok im Sturm erobert - Fakedating für OnlyFans war noch nie so heiß! Das perfekte Buch für alle Fans der Hype-Serie Heated Rivalry Kyran Harbor ist alles, was ich nicht bin. Reich. Beliebt. Ein Superstar-Footballspieler, der erstaunlich grüblerisch für jemanden ist, der alles hat. Im Grunde genommen ist er ein Schnösel, der mich hasst. Oh, und er ist auch mein Stiefbruder. Genau, wir stecken zusammen fest, teilen eine Schule, ein Haus ... ein Badezimmer. Ehrlich gesagt, wäre es mir egal - wenn er nicht so ein steifer Kontrollfreak wäre, der mich nur deshalb ärgert, weil wir unterschiedlich sind. Ich wollte ihm an der Uni aus dem Weg gehen, doch dann bin ich in eine Situation gekommen, die mein ganzes Leben zerstören könnte. Jetzt könnte der mürrische Idiot, dem ich aus dem Weg gehen wollte, die einzige Person sein, die mir da raus helfen kann. Avi Vega ist alles, was ich verachte. Ein Träumer. Ein Flake. Ein Künstler, der zu viel Gras raucht und an Aliens glaubt. Und durch irgendeinen kranken kosmischen Scherz ist er jetzt mein Stiefbruder, der mir bei dem folgen muss, was mein Fluchtplan hätte sein sollen. Mein Leben war ohnehin schon eine einzige Katastrophe, und dann kam noch eine unvorhergesehene finanzielle Störung hinzu. Sagen wir einfach, meine Optionen sind stark begrenzt. Wenn ich ein All-Star-Quarterback auf dem Weg zur NFL bleiben will, muss ich etwas Drastisches tun. Leider für mich und mein verzweifeltes Verlangen nach Kontrolle hat der stets lächelnde Stoner einen Plan. Vielleicht können wir aufhören, uns so sehr zu hassen, dass wir es irgendwie schaffen. Solange wir uns daran erinnern, dass wir es nur ... für die Fans tun. Der BookTok -Hype endlich auf Deutsch! Und diese aufregenden Tropes warten in dieser queeren spicy Romance auf dich: M/M Romance Stepbrothers Haters to Lovers Grumpy x Sunshine Found Family Ein kontrollsüchtiger Football-Spieler & ein kunstbeflissener Kiffer mit einem viel zu heißen Körper 'Wir machen das nur wegen des Geldes'-Vibes Ganz viele Awakenings Ein langsamer Aufbau von hot af, emotional, & romantisch Großartige Nebencharaktere Sizzling tension & swoonworthy love Für Fans von Alessia Gold, Rina Kent, Brea Alepoú und Heated Rivalryvon Rachel Reid. For the Fans ist eine eigenständige MM-Romanze mit einem HEA (Standalone). Dieses Buch beinhaltet Themen, die bei manchen Menschen ungewollte Reaktionen auslösen können. Bitte achtet daher auf die Liste mit sensiblen Inhalten, die wir im Buch zur Verfügung stellen.

Under Tokyo Rain - Volume I: Rain In the quiet corners of rainy Tokyo, two lonely hearts begin drifting toward each other. Aoi Nakamura is the perfect student. Quiet, intelligent, and carrying the weight of everyone's expectations on her shoulders, she lives a carefully controlled life focused on grades, university exams, and the future her family chose for her long ago. Ren Kurogawa is everything she should avoid. Cold eyes. Endless rumors. Late-night fights. A boy who skips class, disappears without explanation, and acts like the world stopped mattering to him years ago. But beneath the endless Tokyo rain, their paths continue to cross: on a silent rooftop, inside late-night convenience stores, beneath neon city lights, and during lonely train rides through the sleepless city. As Aoi slowly discovers the truth behind Ren's guarded heart, she realizes the dangerous boy everyone fears may simply be someone trying to survive alone. And the closer they become, the harder it is to pretend their feelings don't exist. Darkly emotional, atmospheric, and filled with slow-burn tension, Under Tokyo Rain - Volume I: Spring Rain is a melancholic Japanese-inspired romance about loneliness, healing, first love, and the people who quietly change our lives forever. Perfect for readers who love: slow burn romance emotional light novels rainy Tokyo atmosphere broken but caring male leads bittersweet coming-of-age stories anime-inspired romance novels quiet emotional tension cinematic storytelling

Welcome to Primrose Vale -¿where everyone knows everyone . . . and everyone has their secrets. Rivals meets Made in Chelsea in this scandalous small-town YA romance. New girl Carrie has landed her dream job at the Langdon Estate stables. But the hottest stallion is her boss Freddie, who is strictly off limits . . . or is he? The only thing Bex loves more than her polo ponies is spending money. With her family facing financial ruin, she's banking on Freddie -¿and the Langdon fortune -¿to secure her future. Luella has always lived in best friend Bex's shadow. When a secret friendship with a groom at a rival stable blossoms into something deeper, loyalties are tested. Saddle up for a sizzling season as Carrie, Bex and Luella meet their matches on -¿and off -¿the polo field. ¿¿¿¿ Scandalous sports romance ¿¿¿¿ Heated love triangle ¿¿¿¿ Friends to lovers ¿¿¿¿ Small-town romance Readers love Unbridled . . . 'A fast paced ride into the fabulous and sometimes scandalous world of polo.' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Made in Chelsea meets small-town drama ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely devoured this book. The chemistry is electric , the tension is delicious , and the writing pulls you in from the first chapter .' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Keeps you hooked . . . with twists that made it hard to put down ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Young love . . . and juicy drama ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A perfect blend of romance , friendship , betrayal , mystery and horses !' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A glamorous world you will want to be part of!' ¿¿¿¿¿

Interested in learning about the great author D.H. Lawrence but short on time for lengthy biographies? Join The History Journals for an hourly history tour of his fascinating life. D.H. Lawrence, one of the most controversial writers of the twentieth century, challenged societal norms with his novels, leading to bans and legal battles. Born into a working-class mining community in Nottinghamshire, he aspired to rise above his roots. However, as fame brought success and new friends, he felt increasingly out of place. Today, you can explore the landscapes that inspired his renowned works like "Sons and Lovers", "The Rainbow," and "Lady Chatterley's Lover". This tour sheds light on: - His life from start to finish - Family life and residences - Early-life tensions that fueled his creativity - How his surroundings influenced his writing settings - His affair with a married woman Discover the captivating life of D.H. Lawrence, a literary giant, with links for further exploration.

A NAMELESS KNIGHT. A CHAMPION'S FALL. A SQUIRE CAUGHT BETWEEN. When the mysterious Alaric challenges Ser Halden, an undefeated tournament champion who clawed his way up from nothing, their confrontation sparks more than rivalry. Halden's humiliating defeat leaves him keenly aware of the distance between noble and commoner and drives him toward a dangerous fixation on the man who unseated him. Caught in their orbit is Perrin, Halden's loyal squire, who has spent years anticipating his knight's every need. As tensions between the two men escalate, Perrin is torn between his loyalty and desires he can no longer ignore. First Tilt is a medieval fantasy romance where pride, power, and desire collide on and off the tournament field, and three men discover that some rivalries burn hottest when the armour comes off. Perfect for readers who love intense rivals-to-lovers romance and medieval-inspired spectacle.

For readers of David Nicholls and Sally Rooney comes a new love story that's at once tender and electrifying-told by everyone but the main characters. When Clara and Seb first cross paths in a London square, it's the start of something exciting. Clara, an aspiring director stuck in an entry-level job, itches to pick up a camera. Seb, having floated between music, modeling, and now acting, struggles to find purpose in his work. Yet as random chance brings the two back together, time and time again, neither could predict that their magnetic connection is set to change their lives. But everyone else does. The spark between Clara and Seb is exactly what falling in love should look like: exhilarating, passionate, undeniable. The two become a whirlwind, their relationship enthralling everyone they come across. But as the years go on and tensions flair, a last-ditch attempt to save their great romance ends with a gut-wrenching betrayal. Set over the course of two decades, Clara and Seb's love story is bigger than just themselves. Told from the eyes of their audience-friends and flatmates, rivals and lovers, strangers and confidants-Main Characters is a sweeping portrait of all sides of Clara and Seb. Everyone has their version of events, but only the main characters can decide how it ends.

'An emotional lightning-strike of a book . . . utterly unputdownable' - RACHEL LYNN SOLOMON, New York Times bestselling author 'Witty, spectacularly charming and bursting with heart' - PEYTON CORINNE, author of Unsteady When lightning strikes, things are bound to get steamy . . . Nothing can rain on Quincy Monroe's parade. She's a woman in STEM with a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences, the host of a successful online weather show, and has one million followers on her meteorology Instagram. Quincy has spent endless hours forging her path in this male-dominated field, becoming one of the best in the industry. And with a new job opportunity, nothing can derail her success. Except for the ill-timed arrival of Sebastian Dunn. Sebastian is her best friend's brother, her long-suffering academic and professional rival, and a flashy TV weatherman from New York City that everyone swoons over. Everyone but Quincy. Over a scorching Florida summer and record-breaking hurricane season, Sebastian and Quincy are forced into close proximity. Setting aside their grudges to chase storms and stay alive is one thing, but can they weather the inevitable collision of their hearts? From Sunday Times bestselling author Chelsea Curto comes an academic rivals-to-lovers romance about storm-chasing meteorologists during hurricane season - perfect for fans of Ali Hazelwood. Readers LOVE In Stormy Weather! 'I am obsessed with Quincy and Sebastien. Chelsea Curto is a queen of romance!' 'This book tore at all of my heartstrings . . . there was tension, yearning (Chelsea is the queen of male yearning) and so so many lovable characters' 'It's Chelsea Curto - she never misses! This was an absolute delight' 'I AM FERAL, I love them, the tension, the chemistry, the nicknames, the little notes. THE JOY' 'Made me feel so giddy the entire way through' 'Exactly the type of book I'll go back to again and again . . . Full of rivalry, yearning and some of the best banter I've ever read' 'Rivals to lovers perfection . . . I loved every second of it!' Chelsea Curto's books Slap Shot and Hat Trick were both Sunday Times bestsellers (w/c 21-09-2026 and 26-10-2026).

For readers of David Nicholls and Sally Rooney comes a new love story that's at once tender and electrifying—told by everyone but the main characters. When Clara and Seb first cross paths in a London square, it’s the start of something exciting. Clara, an aspiring director stuck in an entry-level job, itches to pick up a camera. Seb, having floated between music, modeling, and now acting, struggles to find purpose in his work. Yet as random chance brings the two back together, time and time again, neither could predict that their magnetic connection is set to change their lives. But everyone else does. The spark between Clara and Seb is exactly what falling in love should look like: exhilarating, passionate, undeniable. The two become a whirlwind, their relationship enthralling everyone they come across. But as the years go on and tensions flair, a last-ditch attempt to save their great romance ends with a gut-wrenching betrayal. Set over the course of two decades, Clara and Seb’s love story is bigger than just themselves. Told from the eyes of their audience—friends and flatmates, rivals and lovers, strangers and confidants—Main Characters is a sweeping portrait of all sides of Clara and Seb. Everyone has their version of events, but only the main characters can decide how it ends.

Love Lyla Sage? Return to the haunted town of Sweetwater Peak with her brand-new small-town romance Free Falling. Available now! 'A must read' - No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey She's the one that got away. He's the one that never let go. Single mother Camille Ashwood loves a plan. But when her latest backfires, she finds herself abandoned at the altar with nowhere to live. That is, until she discovers her dream house in her hometown is available. There's just one problem . . . the neighbour. Dusty Tucker has spent nearly all of his adult life running from his feelings for Cam. But since returning home, the girl who was his first, well, everything has become a woman seemingly determined to keep him at arm's length . . . But despite Cam's best efforts to stay away, she finds herself increasingly drawn to Dusty. And as past wounds open and feelings - both old and new - wreak havoc, Cam and Dusty begin to wonder if their first love was meant to be their last. And this time, will it be forever? Readers love Wild and Wrangled . . . 'The perfect ending to a perfect series' ' Sweet and endearing ' ' Love, love, love! This was everything I wanted and more!' 'Cam and Dusty are the ultimate second chance . They have tension for days ' 'What an amazing finale . . . Worth waiting for' 'A heartfelt and deeply satisfying second-chance romance that feels like coming home ' 'The cowboy romance series everyone should be reading ' 'I just love these characters like they're my friends and Rebel Blue feels like home _' 'This book is everything. A million stars ' Wild and Wrangled, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, April 2025. Soul Searching, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, October 2025.

Love Lyla Sage? Discover her brand-new small-town romance, Soul Searching - a No. 1 New York Times bestseller which is perfect for Halloween! THE NO. 1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'A must read' - No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey She's the one that got away. He's the one that never let go. Single mother Camille Ashwood loves a plan. But when her latest backfires, she finds herself abandoned at the altar with nowhere to live. That is, until she discovers her dream house in her hometown is available. There's just one problem . . . the neighbour. Dusty Tucker has spent nearly all of his adult life running from his feelings for Cam. But since returning home, the girl who was his first, well, everything has become a woman seemingly determined to keep him at arm's length . . . But despite Cam's best efforts to stay away, she finds herself increasingly drawn to Dusty. And as past wounds open and feelings - both old and new - wreak havoc, Cam and Dusty begin to wonder if their first love was meant to be their last. And this time, will it be forever? Readers love Wild and Wrangled . . . 'The perfect ending to a perfect series' 'Sweet and endearing' 'Love, love, love! This was everything I wanted and more!' 'Cam and Dusty are the ultimate second chance. They have tension for days' 'What an amazing finale . . . Worth waiting for' 'A heartfelt and deeply satisfying second-chance romance that feels like coming home' 'The cowboy romance series everyone should be reading' 'I just love these characters like they're my friends and Rebel Blue feels like home ¿¿¿¿' 'This book is everything. A million stars' Wild and Wrangled, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, April 2025. Soul Searching, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, October 2025.

Spicy gay taboo romance, die BookTok im Sturm erobert – Fakedating für OnlyFans war noch nie so heiß! Das perfekte Buch für alle Fans der Hype-Serie Heated Rivalry Kyran Harbor ist alles, was ich nicht bin. Reich. Beliebt. Ein Superstar-Footballspieler, der erstaunlich grüblerisch für jemanden ist, der alles hat. Im Grunde genommen ist er ein Schnösel, der mich hasst. Oh, und er ist auch mein Stiefbruder. Genau, wir stecken zusammen fest, teilen eine Schule, ein Haus ... ein Badezimmer. Ehrlich gesagt, wäre es mir egal – wenn er nicht so ein steifer Kontrollfreak wäre, der mich nur deshalb ärgert, weil wir unterschiedlich sind. Ich wollte ihm an der Uni aus dem Weg gehen, doch dann bin ich in eine Situation gekommen, die mein ganzes Leben zerstören könnte. Jetzt könnte der mürrische Idiot, dem ich aus dem Weg gehen wollte, die einzige Person sein, die mir da raus helfen kann. Avi Vega ist alles, was ich verachte. Ein Träumer. Ein Flake. Ein Künstler, der zu viel Gras raucht und an Aliens glaubt. Und durch irgendeinen kranken kosmischen Scherz ist er jetzt mein Stiefbruder, der mir bei dem folgen muss, was mein Fluchtplan hätte sein sollen. Mein Leben war ohnehin schon eine einzige Katastrophe, und dann kam noch eine unvorhergesehene finanzielle Störung hinzu. Sagen wir einfach, meine Optionen sind stark begrenzt. Wenn ich ein All-Star-Quarterback auf dem Weg zur NFL bleiben will, muss ich etwas Drastisches tun. Leider für mich und mein verzweifeltes Verlangen nach Kontrolle hat der stets lächelnde Stoner einen Plan. Vielleicht können wir aufhören, uns so sehr zu hassen, dass wir es irgendwie schaffen. Solange wir uns daran erinnern, dass wir es nur ... für die Fans tun. Der BookTok -Hype endlich auf Deutsch! Und diese aufregenden Tropes warten in dieser queeren spicy Romance auf dich: M/M Romance Stepbrothers Haters to Lovers Grumpy x Sunshine Found Family Ein kontrollsüchtiger Football-Spieler & ein kunstbeflissener Kiffer mit einem viel zu heißen Körper »Wir machen das nur wegen des Geldes«-Vibes Ganz viele Awakenings Ein langsamer Aufbau von hot af, emotional, & romantisch Großartige Nebencharaktere Sizzling tension & swoonworthy love Für Fans von Alessia Gold, Rina Kent, Brea Alepoú und Heated Rivalry von Rachel Reid. For the Fans ist eine eigenständige MM-Romanze mit einem HEA (Standalone). Dieses Buch beinhaltet Themen, die bei manchen Menschen ungewollte Reaktionen auslösen können. Bitte achtet daher auf die Liste mit sensiblen Inhalten, die wir im Buch zur Verfügung stellen.

Wenn dein Leben in Scherben liegt, kann nur die Liebe dich heilen. Nach Jahren kehrt Asher nach Silver Sands zurück, an den Ort, den er für immer hinter sich lassen wollte. Nur für seine jüngeren Geschwister stellt er sich seiner traumatischen Vergangenheit - und der Begegnung mit Tori. Der Frau, die einst seine dunkelste Stunde mit ihm geteilt hat. Und die jetzt nach und nach all das in ihm weckt, was er sich geschworen hatte, nie wieder zu fühlen: Hoffnung, Vertrauen, Liebe. Auch Tori kämpft. Mit dem Verlust ihres alten Lebens, mit Schuld und Erwartungen. Und mit einem Mann, der sie von sich stößt und zugleich anzieht. Bei gemeinsamen Nachhilfestunden für die Uni und beim Schwimmunterricht wird aus Schmerz langsam Nähe - und aus zwei gebrochenen Seelen eine Liebe, die stärker ist, als beide je erwartet hätten. More Tension, no Spice - Band 1 der hochemotionalen New-Adult-Dilogie von Jessica Winter! Enthaltene Tropes: Broken Hero/Heroine, Closed Door, College Romance, Haters to Lovers, Slow Burn

Tense, subtly disturbing literary horror from a prize-winning Japanese writer - part of Pushkin's second Japanese Novella seriesA young girl loses her mother, and her father blindly invites his secret lover into the family home to care for her. As she obsessively tries to curate a pristine life, this new interloper remains indifferent to the girl, who seems to record her every move - and she realises only too late all that she has failed to see.With masterful narrative control, Nails and Eyes builds to a conclusion of disturbing power. Paired with two additional stories of unsettled minds and creeping tension, it introduces a daring new voice in Japanese literature.

A jaw-dropping, heart-pounding fantasy romance set against a once-in-a-generation duel to the death between witches and dragon riders for the source of all magic. It's witches versus dragons... CHOOSE A SIDE! 'If you love a fast-paced, dual POV fantasy romance with danger, a deadly competition, witches, dragons, magical animal familiars, duels to the death, politics, forbidden love and an incredible found family, then you need to pick this one up!' 'The twists had my eyebrows on another planet!' YOU CANNOT FORFEIT. YOU CANNOT RUN. YOU DUEL OR YOU DIE. Astrid has always known she is destined to die. She is the last Nachstern witch and heir to the Queendom of Arturea, cursed to duel her rival from the Kingdom of Vatra for the source of all magic. She only has her familiar, her potions and her wits to aid her; her opponent, Prince Zryan, has a massive Hel-damned dragon. She's going to die, and the chance to cure the Blight ravaging her queendom will die with her. Deep in dragon country, blade-juggler Skylar is searching for her best friend, who she fears has been taken in the king's conscription of those with Blooded powers. She despises the royals, but the path to find him may just take her closer to them - and the witches - than she would like... As the duel looms, Skylar and Astrid's fates intertwine, forcing them to choose between loyalty and survival in a world where every decision could lead to ruin. Readers love BLOOD BOUND: ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ "Six stars, no notes. Absolute perfection" "I loved everything about this beautiful love story, though it's not the one you think it's going to be..." "The found family and friendship in this story need to be studied. They are gold standard beautiful" "Now THIS is how you do fantasy. And that ending - I am not ok!" "Dragons, witches, magic, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tension...what's not to love?! It delivers all the tropes you could want, but in a way that feels fresh and genuinely fun" "Zryan is the perfect MMC and love interest. There, I've said it" "WOW. What a debut. When I finished it, I literally screamed at that cliffhanger. I loved this book so much" Ellis Hunter's book 'Blood Bound' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2026-05-11.

A jaw-dropping, heart-pounding fantasy romance set against a once-in-a-generation duel to the death between witches and dragon riders for the source of all magic. It's witches versus dragons... CHOOSE A SIDE! 'If you love a fast-paced, dual POV fantasy romance with danger, a deadly competition, witches, dragons, magical animal familiars, duels to the death, politics, forbidden love and an incredible found family, then you need to pick this one up!' 'The twists had my eyebrows on another planet!' YOU CANNOT FORFEIT. YOU CANNOT RUN. YOU DUEL OR YOU DIE. Astrid has always known she is destined to die. She is the last Nachstern witch and heir to the Queendom of Arturea, cursed to duel her rival from the Kingdom of Vatra for the source of all magic. She only has her familiar, her potions and her wits to aid her; her opponent, Prince Zryan, has a massive Hel-damned dragon. She's going to die, and the chance to cure the Blight ravaging her queendom will die with her. Deep in dragon country, blade-juggler Skylar is searching for her best friend, who she fears has been taken in the king's conscription of those with Blooded powers. She despises the royals, but the path to find him may just take her closer to them - and the witches - than she would like... As the duel looms, Skylar and Astrid's fates intertwine, forcing them to choose between loyalty and survival in a world where every decision could lead to ruin. Readers love BLOOD BOUND: ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ "Six stars, no notes. Absolute perfection" "I loved everything about this beautiful love story, though it's not the one you think it's going to be..." "The found family and friendship in this story need to be studied. They are gold standard beautiful" "Now THIS is how you do fantasy. And that ending - I am not ok!" "Dragons, witches, magic, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tension...what's not to love?! It delivers all the tropes you could want, but in a way that feels fresh and genuinely fun" "Zryan is the perfect MMC and love interest. There, I've said it" "WOW. What a debut. When I finished it, I literally screamed at that cliffhanger. I loved this book so much" Ellis Hunter's book 'Blood Bound' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2026-05-11.

A jaw-dropping, heart-pounding fantasy romance set against a once-in-a-generation duel to the death between witches and dragon riders for the source of all magic. It's witches versus dragons... CHOOSE A SIDE! 'If you love a fast-paced, dual POV fantasy romance with danger, a deadly competition, witches, dragons, magical animal familiars, duels to the death, politics, forbidden love and an incredible found family, then you need to pick this one up!' 'The twists had my eyebrows on another planet!' YOU CANNOT FORFEIT. YOU CANNOT RUN. YOU DUEL OR YOU DIE. Astrid has always known she is destined to die. She is the last Nachstern witch and heir to the Queendom of Arturea, cursed to duel her rival from the Kingdom of Vatra for the source of all magic. She only has her familiar, her potions and her wits to aid her; her opponent, Prince Zryan, has a massive Hel-damned dragon. She's going to die, and the chance to cure the Blight ravaging her queendom will die with her. Deep in dragon country, blade-juggler Skylar is searching for her best friend, who she fears has been taken in the king's conscription of those with Blooded powers. She despises the royals, but the path to find him may just take her closer to them - and the witches - than she would like... As the duel looms, Skylar and Astrid's fates intertwine, forcing them to choose between loyalty and survival in a world where every decision could lead to ruin. Readers love BLOOD BOUND: ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ "Six stars, no notes. Absolute perfection" "I loved everything about this beautiful love story, though it's not the one you think it's going to be..." "The found family and friendship in this story need to be studied. They are gold standard beautiful" "Now THIS is how you do fantasy. And that ending - I am not ok!" "Dragons, witches, magic, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tension...what's not to love?! It delivers all the tropes you could want, but in a way that feels fresh and genuinely fun" "Zryan is the perfect MMC and love interest. There, I've said it" "WOW. What a debut. When I finished it, I literally screamed at that cliffhanger. I loved this book so much" Ellis Hunter's book 'Blood Bound' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2026-05-11.

' Unique, sexy, hilarious, charming' ALI HAZELWOOD 'Unfailingly sweet and surprisingly sexy' JODI PICOULT 'A heartwarming rom-com brimming with smart, snappy dialogue, sizzling chemistry, and lovable side characters' AMY LEA The perfect summer rom-com to escape with! When two ex-bandmates reunite to perform on a cruise ship, sparks fly! Micah's relationship to music is... complicated. Her band took off after being featured on a teen TV show, but the group broke up in no small part thanks to Micah's ex, the band's guitarist. Having spent years of trying to make it solo, Micah is offered an opportunity to reunite with the band on a cruise and she reluctantly says yes, even though she'll have to face the ghosts of her past. John has been in love with Micah since they were kids making music together, but never said anything for the sake of the band, her old relationship, and to preserve their friendship. A life away from music has made him miss the way his heart sang with hers, so he boards the cruise too. Onboard, Micah can't help but see John with new eyes, and John's feelings only intensify. As the discordant band's tension grows to a breaking point and they'll have to decide if their relationship is more than a one-hit wonder. Readers LOVE Alicia Thompson: 'A must for music-loving romance readers' _ _ _ _ _ 'I've read a few rockstar romance stories, but this one 100% takes the lead. The tension, the longing, the vulnerability... just ALL OF IT .' _ _ _ _ _ 'I was hooked on this book from the moment I started it till I finished' _ _ _ _ _ 'An instant favorite!!' _ _ _ _ _ 'The banter, spice, and emotional development was so good in this one. Incredible execution of childhood-friends-to-lovers and rockstar romance' _ _ _ _ _

An insightful and inspiring book on using "both/and" thinking to make more creative, flexible, and impactful decisions in a world of competing demands. Life is full of paradoxes. How can we each express our individuality while also being a team player? How do we balance work and life? How can we improve diversity while promoting opportunities for all? How can we manage the core business while innovating for the future? For many of us, these competing and interwoven demands are a source of conflict. Since our brains love to make either-or choices, we choose one option over the other. We deal with the uncertainty by asserting certainty. There's a better way. In Both/And Thinking, Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis help readers cope with multiple, knotted tensions at the same time. Drawing from more than twenty years of pioneering research, they provide tools and lessons for transforming these tensions into opportunities for innovation and personal growth. Filled with practical advice and fascinating stories-including firsthand tales from IBM, LEGO, and Unilever, as well as from startups, nonprofits, and even an inn at one of the four corners of the world-Both/And Thinking will change the way you approach your most vexing problems.

DEEP IN THE UNDERWORLD, WILL LOVE BLOOM WHERE IT SHOULD NOT SURVIVE? ORDER your new necromantasy obsession, featuring beautiful sprayed edges. The Knight and the Moth meets Phantasma in this spellbinding gothic, enemies-to-lovers tale of life, death, and the dangerous bond between two sworn rivals. Jonquil Foye wields the power of Life. Her sworn enemy, Edmund Blackburn, wields the power of Death. On the battlefield, they clash in a deadly duel meant to decide the fate of their warring cities-until their magics entwine and create a volatile being so powerful it drags them both deep into Death itself. Forced into a reluctant truce, Jonquil and Edmund must navigate the treacherous underworld and confront the horrifying consequences of their own creation. As time runs out, their alliance sparks a deeper attraction. But truces are fragile, and Death seems determined to ensure they never return to the land of the living. . . Brutal, gorgeous, and heart-stopping, this gothic dark fantasy romance is perfect for readers who crave high-stakes tension, lushly dark atmospheres, and a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance with a touch of horror. Tropes: ¿ True enemies to lovers ¿ Yearning ¿ Forced proximity ¿ Gothic Victorian setting ¿ Reylo vibes ¿ Masked MMC ¿ Life & Death magic

For readers of David Nicholls and Sally Rooney comes a new love story that's at once tender and electrifying—told by everyone but the main characters. When Clara and Seb first cross paths in a London square, it’s the start of something exciting. Clara, an aspiring director stuck in an entry-level job, itches to pick up a camera. Seb, having floated between music, modeling, and now acting, struggles to find purpose in his work. Yet as random chance brings the two back together, time and time again, neither could predict that their magnetic connection is set to change their lives. But everyone else does. The spark between Clara and Seb is exactly what falling in love should look like: exhilarating, passionate, undeniable. The two become a whirlwind, their relationship enthralling everyone they come across. But as the years go on and tensions flair, a last-ditch attempt to save their great romance ends with a gut-wrenching betrayal. Set over the course of two decades, Clara and Seb’s love story is bigger than just themselves. Told from the eyes of their audience—friends and flatmates, rivals and lovers, strangers and confidants—Main Characters is a sweeping portrait of all sides of Clara and Seb. Everyone has their version of events, but only the main characters can decide how it ends.