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Malavika Kannan establishes herself as an inimitable voice of Gen Z in this piercing coming-of-age debut novel . Which comes first: experience or narrative? Rishi thinks she knows the answer as she arrives on campus for her first year at Stanford. A burnt-out youth climate activist, she used to want to save the world, but now she just wants to have gay sex. Her plan is set-she's going to leave behind the strict trappings of her Indian American childhood in Florida, study literature, experiment with love, and write all about it. Within a few months, she makes her first best friend, falls in love with her situationship, and promptly gets her heart broken. What is not a part of Rishi's plan is the onset of the COVID pandemic. As the outside world becomes a terrifying place, she increasingly finds solace in the friendships she's made. Instead of virtual college, however, Rishi and her classmates join a farm collective, where their political discussions and growing disillusionment collide with sexual tension and responsibility. It's only when those relationships start fracturing under the stress of careless decisions, unrequited crushes, jealousies, and, yes, unprecedented times, that Rishi begins to question her own story. Unprecedented Times captures the beauty, humor, pain, and straight-up chaos that exist in relationships between best friends and lovers, mothers and daughters, and between storytellers and themselves. Malavika Kannan's fresh, arresting novel is a testament to the power of self-narrative for Gen Z American women: of writing oneself into existence where no previous script exists.

¿¿¿¿ Pre-order Bitter Taste, a brand-new title in the Leigh Rivers universe, now! ¿¿¿¿ **THIS PAPERBACK EDITION FEATURES BRAND-NEW EXCLUSIVE CHARACTER ARTWORK, AS WELL AN ICONIC QUOTE ON THE INSIDE COVER - PRE-ORDER NOW TO SECURE YOUR COPY!** From New York Times and internationally bestselling author Leigh Rivers comes the gripping, steamy taboo romance series that everyone is talking about! 'Filled with TENSION , HEARTBREAK and ELECTRIC CHEMISTRY . This one will tear your heart right out of your chest before tossing it back in and sewing you up' No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Brynne Weaver 'Leigh Rivers is THE QUEEN OF DARK ROMANCE . Her books are deeply emotive and her characters feel so vividly real' Tierney Page Owning her was all he ever wanted . . . Everything about Olivia belongs to Malachi Vize. Her mind. Her body. Her soul. Her fear. Her pain. When she sends him to prison, her betrayal runs deep. Now free, he wants revenge against the one girl he shouldn't want. His forbidden obsession. His foster sister. He's spent years planning for this, and now he's ready to haunt her. When Halloween comes, he can longer lurk in the shadows. All he has left to own is her heart, even if he needs to take it. Little Stranger is a dark, taboo romance and contains explicit sexual content and difficult themes. Please read the content warnings before reading. Recommended 18+. -- Readers love the Web of Silence duet! ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book had me hot , shocked , and begging for more !' Sara Cate, New York Times bestselling author 'A dark, twisted romance . . . [that's] impossible to look away from' Tate James 'Leigh Rivers is a master of dark romance , weaving heartbreak with delicious tension that will leave you begging for more' K. A. Knight ' Beautifully raw . Unapologetically dark. Unforgettable ' Lola King 'A deliciously dark , utterly addictive read that refuses to play it safe . . . with its fast-paced roller coaster of obsession , tension , and chaos ' Avina St. Graves 'The devastating angst and enviable obsession changed my brain chemistry ' Greer Rivers Tropes: ¿¿¿¿ Forbidden romance ¿¿¿¿ Anti-hero MMC ¿¿¿¿ Touch her and d*e ¿ Second chance romance ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Hidden identity ¿¿¿¿ Selective mutism (MMC)

From NUMBER ONE bestselling author of The Lost Notebook, Louise DouglasAlice Lang was wearing her favourite scarlet dress when she disappeared twenty-five years ago, and her memory still casts a long shadow.In the long, hot summer of 1995, twenty-two-year-old Alice Lang rents a caravan on a holiday park on the outskirts of the lively holiday resort of Severn Sands. She befriends Marnie, a shy, damaged little girl whose father is the park's caretaker and whose mother died a few months earlier. Will, whose mother runs the bar, falls in love with Alice, and is unbearably jealous of anyone else she sees. Tensions rise until one evening Alice disappears from her caravan. She's never seen again, and only her scarlet dress is found washed up on the shore.A quarter of a century later, the town is run down and nobody comes there anymore. Mr and Mrs deVillars, former owners of the holiday park, have passed the failing business onto their son Guy, who promptly sells the land for development. Builders clearing the land to create an expanse of executive homes uncover human bones. It has to be Alice.Will and Marnie's lives were entirely shaped by what happened that summer, and now Alice has been found, they must struggle to pin down their memories, to escape the secrets of the past, the lies they told and the unbearable guilt they're both carrying.They need to find out what happened to Alice. Who killed her? And why?Praise for Louise Douglas:'Louise Douglas achieves the impossible and gets better with every book.' Milly Johnson'A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down. The vivid descriptions, the evocative plot and the intrigue that Louise created, which had me constantly asking questions, made it a highly enjoyable, absolute treasure of a read.' Kim Nash'Another stunning read from the exceptionally talented Louise Douglas! I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick. Her writing is always beautiful and multi-layered, her characters warm and relatable and the intriguing nature of the mystery makes this unputdownable.' Nicola Cornick'A tender, heart-breaking, page-turning read' Rachel Hore'Kept me guessing until the last few pages and the explosive ending took my breath away.' C.L. Taylor'Beautifully written, chillingly atmospheric and utterly compelling, The Secret by the Lake is Louise Douglas at her brilliant best' Tammy Cohen'A master of her craft, Louise Douglas ratchets up the tension in this haunting and exquisitely written tale of buried secrets and past tragedy.' Amanda Jennings'A clammy, atmospheric and suspenseful novel, it builds in tension all the way through to the startling final pages.'Sunday Express, S Magazine

The Phantom of the Opera is perhaps best known for its many stage and screen adaptations, but nothing beats the Gothic tension and haunting horror of Gaston Leroux's original text. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library, a series of stunning, pocket-sized classics bound in real cloth with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features an afterword by dramatist Peter Harness. Strange things are going on at the Paris Opera House; a mysterious phantom - a skeleton in dinner dress - is wreaking havoc amongst the singers and backstage staff. But when new managers take over and dismiss the rumours of the Opera Ghost, the terror really begins. Who is the curious figure stalking the stage at night? How can he be in so many places at once, entering and leaving locked rooms at will? And what is his connection to the beautiful and talented young soloist, Christine?

From fantasy author Taylor Night comes the third novel in a thrilling new epic fantasy series, SKYBORNE, ideal for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Rebecca Yarros. In her third year at Skyborne, Elyra Mistwood leads her fellow students in rebuilding the academy and begins to discover traitors within their ranks. At the same time she must navigate complex emotions as her risky relationships with both Caspian and Kael deepen in different and mystifying ways. Meanwhile, outside of Skyborne, tensions peak between the kingdoms, bringing the inevitability of war to the academy's doorstep... The SKYBORNE series pulls us into a thrilling new fantasy world teeming with danger and opportunity, where our heroine faces the trials of love and tests of survival. An epic adventure marked by surprising developments and intense anticipation, SKYBORNE is fresh and imaginative and is sure to appeal to young adult readers as well as seasoned fans of fantasy. Future books in the series are also available!

The pulse-pounding psychological thriller from BESTSELLER M. A. Hunter. Tom Hunter wakes in hospital with no memory of the past five years. In his mind, he's still a devoted husband, father, and honest businessman - but the world says otherwise. His wife and daughter want nothing to do with him, a detective is accusing him of murder, and a dangerous organised crime family is hunting him. Forced to go on the run, Tom must piece together the missing years of his life to understand how everything fell apart. But the closer he gets to the truth, the darker it becomes. If he wants to clear his name and protect the people he loves, Tom must discover who he really became - and why he can't remember it. Praise for M. A. Hunter: 'Deliciously dark and twisty!' Michelle Dunne 'This one haunted me after I finished' Valerie Keogh 'Hunter does a fantastic job of ramping up the tension. My heart was in my mouth as I raced to the conclusion' Keri Beevis

Violet Silverwood loves her life by the sea in East Sussex, but as a widow with grown-up children, she's ready for a new sense of purpose - and more fun! So, along with her outspoken best friend Marigold and their surprising new neighbour Iggy, Violet launches 'The Seaside Singles' Club', for people who refuse to believe that friendship (or romance) has an age limit. Meanwhile, Violet's daughter Beth arrives home hoping for some breathing space, but is swiftly pulled into village life and her mother's plans, as well as coming face-to-face with an old flame. As mother and daughter navigate old tensions and new beginnings, they discover that life truly is better... together. Praise for Celia Anderson: 'Warm, romantic and different, in the very best way' Katie Fforde 'Celia's stories are always a delightful read.' Bella Osborne 'Celia tells a story with warmth and heart - you'll be rooting for her wonderfully vivid characters, and want them to be your friends too!' Fiona Gibson

Virginia Woolf's debut novel, The Voyage Out, is both a coming-of-age story and a meditation on life, love, and self-discovery. It follows Rachel Vinrace, a young woman who embarks on a sea voyage with her father to South America. Away from the familiar comforts of England, Rachel encounters new people, ideas, and emotions that challenge her sheltered existence. The novel introduces themes that Woolf would explore throughout her career: the fluidity of consciousness, the tension between individual freedom and social expectations, and the fragility of human experience. The lush landscapes and foreign setting heighten Rachel's journey of awakening, while Woolf's distinctive style begins to emerge in her lyrical prose. Poignant and thought-provoking, The Voyage Out captures the uncertainty of youth and the beauty and tragedy of transformation. As Woolf's first novel, it offers an early glimpse into the genius that would later define her as one of the greatest modernist writers.

There is a symbolic dispute about belonging to samba. There are authors who say that samba belongs to a certain social sector, defined in terms of class or race, such as Sodré, Matos, Lopes, Araujo, Rodrigues, Magno Siqueira; and others who say that samba has no borders, because it belongs to all Brazilians, such as Guimarães, Vianna, Sandroni, Caldeira. Samba lyrics also contain more or less obvious signs of this dispute. In view of this, in this book we problematize the discourses of the authors mentioned here and the lyrics of the sambas in the DVD collection Samba Social Clube, carrying out an analysis of the discursive relations of samba. We also reflect on some of the specificities of samba. We also examined the tensions and negotiations involved in affirming the origin of samba. Our proposal was to map the discourses of appropriation, verifying how they were constructed and confronting them. It is therefore important reading for students and lovers of samba, Brazilian culture and race studies.

Fourth Wing meets The Hunger Games in this spicy, page-turning romantasy where humans and direwolves forge unbreakable bonds and fight for survival at all costs. Featuring exclusive bonus content! Only the worthy survive the Bonding Trials. She’ll risk her life—and her heart—to be one of them. Meryn Cooper has always hated the Bonded, elite warriors who form mental links with the massive, vicious direwolves they ride. While they live in luxury, Meryn struggles to keep her family out of poverty. When her little sister, Saela, is kidnapped—stolen across the border by the immortal monsters her country has spent centuries fighting—Meryn’s world falls apart. Desperate to cross the front and save her sister, Meryn enlists in the army and is thrown into the deadly Bonding Trials, where any mistake will cost her life. Now Meryn must survive four months of training at the castle. She is bound to a feral direwolf who refuses to communicate. The other trainees would love to spill her common blood. And her cold and beautiful instructor, Stark Therion, is eager to punish any weakness. Everything is a competition, and everyone is out to get her—everyone except the dangerously handsome crown prince, whose attention adds another target to her back. In the castle, every smile hides a knife…and the halls hide dark secrets. It’s bond or bleed. Duel or die. Failure is ruin. Don’t miss the brand-new bonus chapter from Stark Therion’s perspective! Dire Bound contains mature content including depictions of graphic violence, and is therefore recommended for readers 17+. For a full list of tropes and TWs, please visit the author's website. Readers are already falling in love with Direbound: “ONE OF THE BEST READS OF THE YEAR! This book was insanely good.” Goodreads reviewer “Stop it right now... I’m actually quite feral for the next book…” Goodreads reviewer “The plot was THICK, the tension and banter? Flawless. And the world with the wolf bond, and trials??? NEED MORE NOW.” Goodreads reviewer “ I just finished and still trying to mentally and emotionally recover to what just happened to me. You need to read it IMMEDIATELY .” Goodreads reviewer “If you’re into dark romantasy with high stakes , fierce characters, and just the right amount of emotional wreckage , Direbound is your next obsession .” Goodreads reviewer “What an incredible read!! … I am blown away . … The romance, the anguish, the BANTER ! I love a book with good banter and this was FULL OF IT!” Goodreads reviewer “ I. Am. OBSESSED. … Left me spiraling in the best way possible. The morally grey anti-hero ? Perfection. The slow-burn tension ? Electric. … I was completely immersed .” Goodreads reviewer Perfect for fans of: Slow burn romance Found family Morally grey characters One bed Touch her and die Who did this to you Enemies to lovers Forced proximity Vampires vs. wolves!

He's on track to win her heart... 'Of the recent crop of Formula 1 romances, this one's way out in front.' Publisher's Weekly 'If you can't get enough of Formula 1, you'll love this enemies-to-lovers tale centering on a podcaster and a struggling F1 driver. The sweet story will race into your heart.' People Magazine's, Best Books of May 2025 'A sizzling romance that blends the fast-paced world of Formula One with undeniable chemistry. With sharp banter, steamy tension, and an irresistible enemies-to-lovers spark, Mia and Xander's story will keep readers racing to the finish line.' Carly Robyn , author of Drive Me Crazy Formula 1 + 1 = love Mia Neal is a champion overthinker. Fortunately, she puts that energy to good use: a podcast about Formula One, her favourite sport in the world. There's nothing about racing Mia doesn't adore. The speed. The drivers. The fierce competition. The single-minded ambition. Ironic for a woman who's changed careers more times than she can count. Only now her salty takes on gorgeous Brit driver Xander Bishop have gone viral, and the podcast feels more and more like what she's meant to do. Then Xander's teammate invites her to the Miami Grand Prix to see F1 up close...but Xander's not exactly delighted at all the shade she's been throwing his way. It should be all-out war. Instead, Mia and Xander are stunned by the sudden crackle of...something sexual arcing between them. It's irresistible, unbelievably hot - all Mia's warning flags are waving. Because this reckless attraction is coming all too fast... It's Formula One - getting revved up is all part of the fun in this sizzling, high-octane rom-com. Perfect for fans of the Dirty Air series by Lauren Asher and Cross the Line by Simone Soltani! Perfect for fans of: ¿¿¿¿¿ Sports romance ¿¿¿¿ Enemies to lovers ¿¿¿¿¿ Spicy Readers love Not So Fast! 'Full of passion, wit, and high-octane F1 racing, I couldn't stop reading Not So Fast! Xander and Mia's chemistry burns up the pages! One of my favorite reads of the year !' Amanda Weaver , author of Fast & Reckless 'A delight from start to finish-I devoured it !" Grace Reilly , USA Today bestselling author 'Booth crafts the perfect mix of a sweet and spicy frenemies-to-lovers story... Not So Fast will get you through a Sunday without a race !' Andie J. Christopher , USA TODAY bestselling author 'Not So Fast was a total page turner. I couldn't put it down. I loved the set up, the banter, the chemistry!' Louise Bay , USA Today Bestselling Author 'Move over, Lewis Hamilton, Xander Bishop has just taken pole position in my heart!' Adriana Anders, author of Whiteout and The Dom Com ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Wondering what to read next? Pick up another Afterglow sports romance! Break Point by Yahrah St. John (tennis, second chance enemies to lovers) Love and Sportsball by Meka James (basketball, LGBTQIA+ workplace romance) Going Toe to Toe by Yahrah St. John (ballet, second chance)

'Hayley Scrivenor is a major new talent' – ERIN KELLY'Australian Crime has a new star' – CHRIS HAMMERWhy would my best friend want to destroy my life?Finn and her closest friend Daphne grew up in the imposing shadow of Australia's Blue Mountains, their uneasy bond forged by both losing their sisters at a young age. Now in their twenties, Daphne is at university, while Finn has remained in the mountains and fallen in love with newcomer Magdu – a young woman with troubles of her own.Though tensions arose during Magdu and Daphne's first meeting, Finn is looking forward to a day of rock climbing and bonding for the three women on the cliffs near their town. But nothing goes as planned and, in a horrific accident, Magdu falls to her death.In the aftermath, the friends become the focus of a police investigation. Was it really an accident? Or did something far more sinister play out that day?Bold, dramatic and utterly compelling, Girl Falling is an atmospheric, psychological mystery from the award-winning author of Dirt Town.Fans LOVE Girl Falling:'A great story with a twist I never saw coming' – 5* Reader Review'This is a double-cross thriller, a cat-and-mouse chase, and a delectable story of when someone becomes obsessed' – 5* Reader Review'The Blue Mountains is a perfect sinister setting . . . had me gripped' – 5* Reader Review'Kept me on the edge of my seat and I couldn't put it down' – 5* Reader Review

Welcome to Elydor, where kingdoms collide and love reigns supreme ‍ She was the one line he swore he'd never cross. Now she's the only one who can save him. Marek spent years running from a past that still haunts him, and for an immortal, that's a hell of a long time. But when an ancient power rises from the ocean's depths, he's forced back into the one place he swore he'd never return. And into the arms of the only woman he ever loved. Lady Isolde has built her life on control. . . of her lands, her legacy, and the feelings she buried the day a dashing Thalassarian captain disappeared. When he returns, asking for her help to retrieve the legendary Wind Crystal, she agrees, even knowing it could destroy her all over again. The sea is rising. War is coming to Elydor. And the only thing more dangerous than the mission ahead is the passion between Marek and Isolde that never really died. This addictive and fated romantasy read is perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses, Quicksilver, Fourth Wing and When the Moon Hatched. Readers love C.L. Mecca: 'Keeps you utterly obsessed to the end!'- Reader Review 'I really don't ever want it to end' - Reader Review 'The banter was so good and the tension was wonderful.' - Reader Review 'Fast-paced, fun, and full of heart.' - Reader Review 'A captivating fantasy world.' - Reader Review

A gripping, addictive thriller from the bestselling author of BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP. 'Simultaneously believable and terrifying...An edgy, disturbing read.' Observer She loves her husband. She's obsessed by a stranger. She's a devoted mother. She's prepared to lose everything. She knows what she's doing. She's out of control. She's innocent. She's guilty as sin. She's living two lives. She might lose both. 'A Fatal Attraction for the digital age, but with a crucial twist . . . Watson is a master at turning the screw.' Evening Standard 'A gripping read - deftly plotted, with convincing characters and an unsettling premise that builds to a truly disturbing conclusion. Second Life is ample proof that Watson is no mere one-hit wonder.' Independent 'Taut and twisty, it'll keep you up all night' Glamour 'This dark, tense, psychological thriller will keep you up all night' Fabulous magazine, Sun on Sunday 'Tension-driven...packed with suspense and surprises' Woman & Home READERS LOVE SECOND LIFE: 'More twists and turns than a roller coaster' 'Thought I had it all worked out but I didn't see the final twist coming! ' 'Reserve a weekend for it as you won't want to put it down until the very end ' 'Thought provoking, thrilling and at times frightening' 'Fantastic, gripping and thrilling ' 'I just didn't want it to end. Superb !' 'I twice forgot to get off my bus, I was so engrossed '

'A sharp, hilarious, unsparing mother-daughter story' Rachel Khong 'Culturally incisive and relentlessly smart' Michelle Zauner 'A magnum opus and a vibe' Bryan Washington Stevie cannot wait to escape her mother. Whilst many people dream of moving to LA and into the spotlight, she is desperate to get out and start over. Moon is many things: an out-of-work actress, a recovering addict, a nineties iconoclast, a dysfunctional mother - and whatever a mistress becomes when she's widowed. Reeling in the aftermath of her lover and TV husband's death, Moon is plunged into despair. The last thing she expects is for her daughter to leave her too. Neither Stevie nor Moon can afford to quit each other, having been forced to move into the glass pool house in their back yard while their home is rented out to pay the bills. When Adam, Moon's former TV son and Stevie's girlhood crush, arrives for the funeral, the three of them are pulled into a messy triangle, moving back into the Big House and play-acting a picture-perfect family, even as tensions rise and relationships unravel. Hilarious, biting and unexpectedly moving, Pool House is a brilliantly observed novel about the complexities of love, sex, fame, family and grief, and an unforgettable portrait of two women grappling with what it means to grow up and grow older in Hollywood.

The third gripping mystery in the Misty Isle series, from the multi-million-copy bestselling author, J M Dalgliesh. Digging up the past can be deadly... A teenage boy goes missing on Burns Night. A woman's body is found in Talisker Bay. And it's DI Duncan McAdam's job to find the killer before someone else turns up dead. A closely guarded secret, lying in a shallow grave for years, is under threat of being revealed and no one seems willing to face up to their past... least of all Duncan McAdam. He has a decision to make, one that will impact not only his life but the lives of those he cares about the most. Does he have the courage to follow his instincts? And who will he choose - the people he loves, or himself? Set amidst the dramatic landscape of the Isle of Skye, this addictive and fast-paced crime novel takes you into the heart of a rural community, where everyone is hiding secrets. The Talisker Dead is the third book in the new Amazon #1 bestselling Misty Isle series from the multi-million selling crime writer, J M Dalgliesh, the author of the Hidden Norfolk and Dark Yorkshire books. Readers love J M Dalgliesh: 'Fantastic' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'The best detective series I've read' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'You can't put these books down' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'J M Dalgliesh never disappoints' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Like watching Shetland on TV' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'So much tension' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿

'I crave the Shadow Weaver, her darkness, her fire, her soul, but I am the storm that could destroy her.' SHE CONTROLS THE SHADOWS. PEOPLE FEAR HER POWER. BUT HE CALLS THE LIGHTNING. AND TOGETHER, THEY ARE THE PERFECT STORM... Caris is no longer just the local sword maker: she's the late queen's daughter and one of the most powerful Weavers to have ever lived. She has discovered a shocking truth about Torgrin and is grieving the loss of her loved ones. As Caris journeys far from Torgrin and attempts to discover more about her power, Torgrin is tortured by the distance between them, even though he knows being with Caris is impossible. In trying to do the best by his people, he is forced to make a decision that feels like a betrayal. As the struggle for power in Eritz heightens and becomes increasingly volatile, ultimately Caris must ride back into danger to protect her people and fight for what she loves. The epic sequel to The Shadow Weaver, filled with romantic tension, forbidden powers, and epic battles. Reader Buzz for The Shadow Weaver: "Exactly what I crave in a romantasy. I am dyyyying for the next book..." "Instantly obsessed" "The Shadow Weaver wove its way right into my heart" "The world building in this is one of my favourites ... so beautiful" "Absolutely recommend to any fantasy or romance lovers" "Heartbreaking, hopeful, tense, funny and everything in between!"

'A sharp, hilarious, unsparing mother-daughter story' Rachel Khong 'Culturally incisive and relentlessly smart' Michelle Zauner 'A magnum opus and a vibe' Bryan Washington Stevie cannot wait to escape her mother. Whilst many people dream of moving to LA and into the spotlight, she is desperate to get out and start over. Moon is many things: an out-of-work actress, a recovering addict, a nineties iconoclast, a dysfunctional mother - and whatever a mistress becomes when she's widowed. Reeling in the aftermath of her lover and TV husband's death, Moon is plunged into despair. The last thing she expects is for her daughter to leave her too. Neither Stevie nor Moon can afford to quit each other, having been forced to move into the glass pool house in their back yard while their home is rented out to pay the bills. When Adam, Moon's former TV son and Stevie's girlhood crush, arrives for the funeral, the three of them are pulled into a messy triangle, moving back into the Big House and play-acting a picture-perfect family, even as tensions rise and relationships unravel. Hilarious, biting and unexpectedly moving, Pool House is a brilliantly observed novel about the complexities of love, sex, fame, family and grief, and an unforgettable portrait of two women grappling with what it means to grow up and grow older in Hollywood.

For fans of romance graphic novels with an intoxicating blend of action and comedy like Spy x Family, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and The Fall Guy. This hit WEBTOON comic with over 4 million subscribers follows Davina on her first assignment out of the Elite Nanny Academy: protect the young son of notorious mafia underboss, Gabriel Angelini. Tensions rise as a harmless play date for Mikey turns into a fierce confrontation between Gabriel and an opposing mafia family, which has Davina reflecting on the extent of Mikey’s security protocol. As Davina seeks more information about Gabriel and his true intentions with Mikey—as well as herself—Valentine does her own digging on the mysterious nanny. Suspicious of Davina’s past, she brings up her concerns with Gabriel, who then reveals the truth about why he chose Davina to protect his heir. Meanwhile, Davina gets invited to be Gabriel’s escort to a mob-run art auction. However, the night takes a heated turn when Gabriel bumps into a few familiar faces—and after a serious accusation, Gabriel finds himself making more enemies than he anticipated. This volume collects episodes 27 to 40 of the smash hit WEBTOON series The Mafia Nanny, which has more than 31 million views on the platform. Readers who love romance and action comedies will love this bingeable, genre-crossing smash hit WEBTOON comic.

"Jennifer L. Armentrout is a master of weaving rich contemporary realism with magic and mayhem. Her characters will grab hold of your heart and refuse to let go. Every page left me wanting more."-New York Times bestselling author Brigid Kemmerer BOOK TWO IN THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING HARBINGER SERIES, PERFECT FOR FANS OF ROMANTIC FANTASY Half-angel Trinity and her bonded gargoyle protector, Zayne, have been working with demons to stop the apocalypse while avoiding falling in love. The Harbinger is coming…but who or what is it? All of humankind may fall if Trinity and Zayne can't win the race against time as sinister forces gather. As tensions rise, they must stay close together and patrol the DC streets at night, seeking signs of the Harbinger, an entity that is killing Wardens and demons with no seeming rhyme or reason. But as deaths pile up and they uncover a plot endangering someone dear to Zayne, Trin realizes she is being led…herded…played for some unknown end. As anger builds and feelings spiral out of control, it becomes clear that rage may be the ruin of them all. The Harbinger Series: Storm and Fury Rage and Ruin Grace and Glory Can't get enough of Zayne? Read about his past in The Dark Elements series: The Dark Elements Series: Bitter Sweet Love (ebook-only prequel) White Hot Kiss Stone Cold Touch Every Last Breath

Warm, funny, and completely irresistible, Break the Ice is the ultimate festive rom-com, perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Sophie Kinsella, and The Holiday. Phoebe has twenty-four hours to deliver a rescue puppy to her sister's family in Devon. Armed with a pink woolly hat and a heart full of good intentions, she's determined to make it happen. The only problem? She doesn't have a car. Joshua, her sister's American house sitter, does. Joshua came to England to focus on his work and heal a broken heart. Spending Christmas Eve driving a relentlessly cheerful stranger and a howling dog through a blizzard was not part of his plan. But Phoebe is very persuasive. And somewhere between an impromptu snowball fight and a night sheltering in a firelit shepherd's hut, the frost between them begins to melt. Soon what started as a chaotic road trip turns into an even bigger adventure: falling in love. From a snowy Christmas in the UK to the magic of New York at NYE, Break the Ice is a warm, funny, properly swoony festive rom-com packed with chaos and steamy romantic tension. Perfect for readers who love: - Forced proximity - Grumpy/sunshine romance - Slow burn with emotional depth - Sizzling chemistry and spice - Festive found-family warmth - And a rescue dog who absolutely steals the show This heartwarming, laugh-out-loud romantic comedy will captivate readers of Mhairi McFarlane, Beth O'Leary, and Emily Henry.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera, spotlighting Christine Daaé as she rises to fame while torn between love, ambition, and the haunting secrets of the opera house from #1 New York Times bestselling author Erin A. Craig. She was never just the voice he shaped . . . A rising soprano with a gift she is only just learning to embrace, Christine Daaé has moved through the glittering world of the Opera Populaire longing to find her purpose. Instead, she finds herself caught between two men who refuse to let her slip quietly into the chorus. One is Raoul, her childhood friend turned devoted admirer, offering her a future filled with warmth, safety, and a love that feels like sunlight. The other is a mysterious masked figure who lurks beneath the Opera House: The Phantom. His brilliance, obsession, and dangerous devotion to nurturing Christine s talents ignites a dark and complicated passion in her heart. As Christine s star ascends, so does the tension between Raoul and the Phantom. She must decide who she is when the curtain falls and what she s willing to risk for the life she wants. Set against the sweeping, romantic world of Andrew Lloyd Webber s Phantom of the Opera, Our Strange Duet allows Christine Daaé to take center stage to tell her own story: fierce, emotional, and unforgettable.

From the author of the word-of-mouth sensation The Book of Beginnings, comes an uplifting, festive short story that will melt your heart this winter. ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ A single Christmas can change everything... ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ This Christmas, Malcolm is determined to give his dearest friend Rev Ruth the perfect festive lunch - a heartfelt thank-you for her boundless generosity. But when Ruth's kind spirit turns their quiet meal into a community feast, Malcolm's dreams - and nerves - begin to unravel. As snow begins to fall, tensions rise with the arrival of more unexpected guests... But new beginnings often come wrapped in chaos. If Malcolm can find the courage to open his heart, he might find the most magical Christmas gift of all... Readers LOVE New Beginnings for Christmas! 'An absolutely perfect Christmas cracker! A gentle tale that brings out the sparkly, magic and joy of Christmas and spending it with the ones you love' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Brought tears to my eyes... can't wait to read more by Sally Page ' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A beautiful Christmas story. It is brilliant read. Just read it' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ This is wonderful! Festive, funny, touching and warm ' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' This book is a balm for your soul , and it's made me feel all Christmassy' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Beautifully and very cleverly written. It's definitely one that will put you in the mood to celebrate Christmas' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿

Fall Away with this addictive series from the bestselling author of PUNK 57. From the BookTok sensation and New York Times bestselling author of BULLY and FALLS BOYS comes the fourth novel in the Fall Away series. .............. He's the guy she's supposed to avoid. She's the girl he won't let get away . . . K. C. Carter has always followed the rules - until this year, when a mistake leaves her the talk of her college campus and her carefully arranged life comes crashing to a halt. Now she's stuck in her small hometown for the summer to complete her court-ordered community service, and to make matters worse, trouble is living right next door. Jaxon Trent is the worst kind of temptation and exactly what K.C. was supposed to stay away from in high school. But he never forgot her. She was the one girl who wouldn't give him the time of day and the only one to ever say no. Fate has brought K.C. back into his life - except what he thought was a great twist of luck turns out to be too close for comfort. As they grow closer, he discovers that convincing K.C. to get out from her mother's shadow is hard, but revealing the darkest parts of his soul is nearly impossible . . . .............. Praise for the Fall Away series: 'As gripping as it was sexy!' COLLEEN HOOVER 'Penelope creates incredible tension between their characters in this best friends to enemies to lovers romance. It touches on the trauma of high school relationships, first loves, and broken hearts, and most importantly, how to be with someone without losing yourself' Helena Hunting 'A wonderfully addictive read that kept my heart racing from start to finish. I could not put it down! 5 stars!!' Aestas Book Blog 'I got completely wrapped up in Bully' Scandalicious Book Reviews 'Freakin' awesome! I absolutely love, love, loved this book . . . It totally rocked. Three times I honestly thought I might spontaneously combust' Smitten's Book Blog 'There's a very thin line between love and hate! Did I know the line could be so blurred and painful? No! But can I say I didn't absolutely, without a doubt love this damn book? No! I freaking Loved it!!' SBookLover Reviews 'A heated and passionate novel, full of feeling and intensity that will appeal to the reader seeking an emotional rush' IndieReader.com .............. Read the whole series in order: BULLY; UNTIL YOU; RIVAL; FALLING AWAY; AFLAME (novella); NEXT TO NEVER (novella)

"A pure delight . . . Romantic, poignant, and spellbinding."- REBECCA ROSS , #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals "Fiercely feminist and deeply romantic, Psyche and Eros has the allure of an old fable and the epic quality of ancient myth, tinged with a provocative, modern wit. Passionate and deftly-told." - AVA REID , #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning and The Wolf and the Woodsman Has the god of love finally met his match? Prepare to fall for this glorious reimagining of Greek mythology about a god struck by his own cursed arrow and the mortal woman who teaches him what love truly means Psyche, princess of Mycenae, was born with a prophecy that she will one day conquer a great monster. Rejecting her royal duties, Psyche spends her youth mastering blade and bow, preparing for her destiny. Tales of her beauty and rebellious nature reach even the goddess Aphrodite, who decides to teach Psyche a lesson. Aphrodite commands Eros, the god of desire, to deliver a cruel love curse. After eons watching humanity misuse his gifts, the last thing Eros wants is to become involved in the chaos of the mortal world. But when he accidentally pricks himself with the arrow intended for Psyche, Eros finds himself doomed to yearn for a woman who will be torn from him the moment their eyes meet. Thrown together by fate, headstrong Psyche and world-weary Eros will face challenges greater than they could have ever imagined. As the Trojan War begins and divine powers try to keep them apart, the pair must determine: could this be true love, or is that only a myth? A joyous and subversive tale of gods, monsters, and the human heart and soul, Psyche and Eros dazzles the senses while exploring notions of trust, sacrifice, and what it truly means to be a hero. With unforgettably vivid characters, spellbinding prose, and delicious tension, Luna McNamara has crafted a shimmering and propulsive debut novel about a love so strong it defies the will of Olympus. "A riotous adventure . . . McNamara strikes the perfect note of irreverent humor and furious emotion in this fabulous novel. An absolute joy!" - JENNIFER SAINT , bestselling author of Ariadne "An enthralling tale of adventure, romance, and star-crossed lovers." - SUE LYNN TAN , bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess

He rules like a weapon. He loves like a wound. The Wolf King is feared by his court, obeyed by his enemies, and shaped by a crown built on blood, betrayal, and old grief no one dares name aloud. To the kingdom, he is untouchable. Ruthless. Absolute. Until one woman sees the fracture beneath the throne. Drawn into the king's orbit, she finds not only the predator the court worships, but the man beneath the legend-a ruler carrying the weight of inheritance, violence, and a past that still bleeds into the present. What begins in raw attraction deepens into something far more dangerous: recognition, intimacy, and a bond neither of them can control without consequence. Because softness is treason in a court like this. As enemies gather, loyalties split, and the cost of rule tightens around the crown, the Wolf King must choose between the kingdom that made him and the woman who sees him too clearly to remain untouched by him. But in a world ruled by blood-price and power, love is never separate from sacrifice. The Wolf King: Crowned in Blood, Bound by Desire is a dark fantasy romance filled with dangerous tenderness, royal brutality, emotional vulnerability, court tension, possessive longing, and a relationship that turns intimate before it turns survivable. Perfect for readers who want a feral king, an emotionally significant romance arc, and fantasy heat with real emotional consequence.

Inspired by true stories from the authors’ grandparents’ lives during one of the darkest periods in Korean history, The Last Tiger is a debut young adult fantasy novel about the power of love to give voice to a broken people. The gorgeous first edition hardcover features: a metallic foil cover, illustrated endpapers, custom designed edges, and stunning foil stamped case. In a colonized land where tigers are being hunted to extinction and ancient magic stirs, two star-crossed teens—Lee Seung, a servant yearning for freedom, and Choi Eunji, a noble girl defying tradition—join forces to try and reshape their respective fates. But their relationship evolves from begrudging accomplices to bitter adversaries as they soon find themselves on opposite sides of a battle over the last tiger, a symbol of their people’s lost freedom and key to the liberation of their country. As the ties between Seung and Eunji are complicated by their conflicting loyalties, tensions rise—especially when a charming princeling of the empire begins to rival for Eunji's affection. In this friends-to-enemies-to-lovers story of forbidden romance, antagonists turned allies, oppression and liberation, neither Seung nor Eunji can abandon their mission—or each other. And as they embark on separate quests to find the elusive creature, each must also find the power within themselves to make their own destiny.

Lucky Penny is book two in The Hometown series, however it can be read as a stand alone novel. Ten years ago, they were inseparable-until she left for college and he went to prison. Penny Hanson swore she'd never look back. She built a successful photography career, buried the heartbreak, and never breathed a word about the boy who shattered her heart. Because Jesse Rivers wasn't just her first love... he was the secret she promised to take to the grave, and a mistake she could never make again. So when her little sister finds herself in a crisis, Penny drops everything to return to her hometown with one mission: clean up the mess, help her sister, and leave before the past has a chance to touch her. However, things rarely go according to plan. Like him being back in town. But Jesse's not just back-he's renting a room in her sister's house. Penny can't afford to lose control, but as the tension between them simmers with every glance, every memory, every night spent with just a wall between them, one thing becomes clear: the mess she came to fix just got way more complicated. Lucky Penny is a story of unfinished love, unhealed wounds, and the kind of second chance that refuses to stay buried. Raw, emotional, and full of angst, this book is for anyone who's ever wondered what if.

From the author of the word-of-mouth sensation The Book of Beginnings,comes an uplifting, festive short story that will melt your heart this winter. ¿¿¿¿ A single Christmas can change everything... ¿¿¿¿ This Christmas, Malcolm is determined to give his dearest friend Rev Ruth the perfect festive lunch - a heartfelt thank-you for her boundless generosity. But when Ruth's kind spirit turns their quiet meal into a community feast, Malcolm's dreams - and nerves - begin to unravel. As snow begins to fall, tensions rise with the arrival of more unexpected guests... But new beginnings often come wrapped in chaos. If Malcolm can find the courage to open his heart, he might find the most magical Christmas gift of all... Readers LOVE New Beginnings for Christmas! 'An absolutely perfect Christmas cracker! A gentle tale that brings out the sparkly, magic and joy of Christmas and spending it with the ones you love' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Brought tears to my eyes... can't wait to read more by Sally Page ' Reader review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A beautiful Christmas story. It is brilliant read. Just read it' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ This is wonderful! Festive, funny, touching and warm ' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ' This book is a balm for your soul , and it's made me feel all Christmassy' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Beautifully and very cleverly written. It's definitely one that will put you in the mood to celebrate Christmas' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿

Aveline was sent to kill the cursed dragon prince-she was never supposed to fall for him. As a human raised among powerful fae, Aveline Drake has always known her place in the kingdom. Betrothed to the prince and bound by duty, her future has already been written. So when the queen commands her to cross the sea on an impossible quest...she can't refuse. Her mission is simple: infiltrate the enemy court, steal the relic dagger the cursed dragon prince guards, and kill him before he ascends the throne. Only then will she be allowed to return home. But nothing about the rival kingdom is as it seems...and Sorin Blackwater is not the monster she expects. The feared dragon heir is dangerous, powerful, and burdened by a curse that grows darker with each passing day. He is the last person Aveline should trust-and the only one who makes her question everything she thought she knew. As war looms between their kingdoms, Aveline finds herself torn between the life she left behind and the dragon prince she was sent to betray. Because Sorin Blackwater is more than her enemy. They are bound by fate. And destiny may prove far deadlier than any mission. Perfect for fans of dark fantasy romance, enemies-to-lovers, slow burn tension, cursed dragon shifters, forbidden love, political intrigue, and morally gray heroes.