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THREE WEEKS OFF. ONE CAMPERVAN. TWO PEOPLE WHO WERE NOT SUPPOSED TO SHARE IT. Lara Hart is this close to burnout, so she books herself the ultimate solo escape: a three-week road trip up the coast with an immaculate itinerary and a first-aid kit that could service a small village. Only...the rental company accidentally double-books her van. Enter Jesse Reid. Barefoot. Relaxed. Maddeningly gorgeous. And apparently now her road-trip roommate. Suddenly Lara's peaceful getaway turns into a comedy of errors: plumbing catastrophes, unapproved detours, snack-based arguments, forced proximity and chemistry she absolutely did not plan for. But Jesse is hiding something... And when Lara finds out his secret, their trip becomes a journey neither of them expected. If you love: Sunshiny Aussie settings Opposites attract Forced proximity Laugh-out-loud mishaps Slow-burn chemistry ...this one's for you. ___ A funny, feel-good, sun-soaked road-trip romantic comedy set along the stunning Western Australian coastline. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Beth O'Leary and Marian Keyes. This book is for readers who love slow-burn romance, witty banter, and sunshine-filled escapes. ___ Praise for Sarah Harris: 'Two strangers booked the same car for an adventure? Sign me up! Lara is calculated and in need of a break, while Jesse is carefree, laid-back, and a puzzle I desperately needed to solve. Their push and pull was addictive, giving that will-they-won't-they vibe with their chemistry ready to ignite. With wacky mishaps and witty banter, this book made me want to head out on my own getaway!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'Sarah Harris masterfully captures the beauty of new beginnings, the tension of opposites colliding, and the joy of unexpected love. It's the perfect beach read uplifting, heartwarming, and full of soul.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'This. This was the dream. The joy. The connection. The silliness. The sense of being part of something. Laughed out loud! More please!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'Loved it!! A well paced rom com... Sparks fly... banter flies... so good!!!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review

A buttoned-up, chino-wearing, corporate man. An untamable tattoo artist who's easily distracted. A small town of meddling friends, and enough tension to set their hearts on fire . . . 'I can confidently say Business Casual is Borison's best work - I remain enchanted by everything she writes' - Hannah Grace, author of Icebreaker 'Everything I'd hoped for and so much more. Scorching-hot sexual tension, divine banter, beautifully vulnerable emotions, this was crammed with everything I love about Becs' writing' - Chloe Liese, author of Two Wrongs Make a Right Business Casual is the hotly anticipated final book in the wholesome rom-com Lovelight series by TikTok favourite author B.K. Borison, for fans of Elena Armas and Hannah Grace. Charlie Milford is a betting man. As the top executive at the investment firm his dad almost ran into the ground, he has to know when to play it close to the chest and when to go all in. So, when Nova Porter proposes one night - no strings - to get their inconvenient attraction out of their systems, he does what he does best. He puts it all on the line. Nova Porter has no explanation for her attraction to buttoned-up, boat-shoe-owning Charlie Milford. Maybe it's his charm? Or maybe it's his determination to help her fledgling business any way he can. Either way, she's distracted and she needs to be focused. She's about to expand her homegrown tattoo business and she doesn't have time for frivolous flirtations. Too bad her one-night solution doesn't work out as planned. If anything, their explosive night together leaves her wanting more. And, with Charlie in town temporarily overseeing Lovelight Farms for his sister Stella, there's no way to avoid him in the tiny neighbourhood of Inglewild. Add in a meddling small town, some close quarters and a mischievous duckling and all bets are off. Business Casual is a standalone romance set in the wholesome town of Inglewild and is also the final book in the interconnected Lovelight series. Discover more Inglewild magic, in Lovelight Farms, In the Weeds and Mixed Signals, by 'master of cosy romance' B.K. Borison.

A nail-biting and perfectly formed Thriller for the YA BookTok generation. This is SCOOBY DOO meets PRETTY LITTLE LIARS. "With tension that will keep you turning pages and great twists and turns to keep you guessing, Let's Split Up delivers Scream and Scooby Doo vibes in a fantastic YA murder mystery" - PinkNews "Let's Split Up is a bingeable page-turner full of fun, frights and friendship. Compelling, original and twisty, I devoured it in one sitting. Bill Wood is a fresh and exciting new voice in YA" - Kathryn Foxfield, author of Good Girls Die First "An instant bestseller, this thrilling slasher is a love letter to horror classics such as Scream, and sleuthing friends like in Scooby Doo." - Take A Break (Top YA releases 2024) "Iconic. Perfect for anyone with a Scream and Scooby Doo gap in their hearts!" - Andy Darcy Theo, author of The Light That Binds Us "A fun, fast slasher as full of heart as it is hijinks" - Sarah Underwood, author Lies We Sing at Sea "Brings big Point Horror energy to a new generation." - Kat Ellis, author of Harrow Lake When hot "it-couple" Brad and Shelley are brutally murdered in a manor on the edge of town, a group of teen friends investigate. Set in Sanera, a small community in California where rumour spreads as fast as the fire on the day of the killings, the theory is the old ghoul who haunts the house after his own murder hundreds of years ago has finally taken revenge . As Cam, Jonesy, Amber and new-girl Buffy investigate, the rumour feels closer to the truth than they ever dared think possible, and as they enter the mansion themselves, the idea of splitting up to find evidence will prove to be either the best ... or worst decision of all... A guaranteed page turner full of tension and twists you won't see coming! From BookTokker Bill Wood comes SCOOBY DOO meets PRETTY LITTLE LIARS. Perfect for the YA BookTok generation An instant top ten bestseller on publication week (01/10/2024) and the Number One YA debut that week. MORE PRAISE FOR LET'S SPLIT UP "Full of loveable characters, fun action and creepy atmosphere – I loved it!’" Amy McCaw author of Mina and the Undead series "A thrilling, heart-stopping debut. High stakes, mysterious ghouls and a group of teens who I wish I was part of. A horror mystery to be devoured in one sitting. Just incredible." - Ben Alderson, author of A Betrayal of Storms "An unmissable love letter to the spooks of Scream and Scooby Doo. Deeply atmospheric, tense, and propulsive." Lucy Rose, author of The Lamb

He was only supposed to be a secret fling. A forbidden kiss stolen in the dark. . . Not the cold-blooded monster who betrayed me. Callahan Knight is the Diamond Syndicate's perfect weapon with honed muscles, lethal control, and merciless loyalty. Even when taking out a rival cartel's capo-my uncle-he doesn't flinch. He shatters my family without hesitation, and I swear I'll never forgive him for that. But the Syndicate doesn't care about my hatred. To secure their power, they demand more: A vow of marriage or watch everything we love get destroyed. Now I'm the unwilling bride living in the luxurious prison of Paradise Grove with the man I refuse to call my soon-to-be husband. Instead, he's the villain. Enemy number one. My tormentor . . . But also maybe my undoing. Because when he looks at me with the same fire we once shared, I can't decide if I want to kill him . . . or kiss him. Yet, I refuse to be distracted by his touch or piercing gaze. Instead, I'll play the part, wear the ring, and say my vows all while I dig for his greatest weakness. Because he may be the Syndicate's deadliest weapon - but I'm just as lethal as the monster I have to marry. Welcome to Paradise Grove, a luxurious, ultra-private billionaire enclave - where the stakes are high, and the secrets are buried deep. Perfect for fans of L.J. Shen, Rina Kent and Ana Huang. Readers are OBSESSED with In the Dark: 'This story was absolutely on fire and explosive!! ... True enemies to lovers!!!... I just ate up this story up as soon as I got it in my hands !!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Omg I think these two are definitely my most FAVOURITE Shain couple I've read!! ... LOVEEE when the girl is crazy too, & these two did NOT disappoint on that front AT ALL!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Angsty, soul crushing, heart achingly beautiful journey. An absolute emotional rollercoaster that'll wreck you in all the best ways possible ... Hot, steamy tension and chemistry that's off the charts hot .' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely loved my return to Paradise Grove. I devoured this book ... The tension and chemistry between these two?! ¿' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Shain Rose has done it again !!!!... If you thought Behind Closed Doors was good then this one is gonna rock your world. I LOVED Callahan Knight!!! Omg!!! He brought the heat to this book. A definite five star read for me.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This was DARK and addictive and I could not look away. The secrets, betrayal, forbidden relationship, and overall billionaire-drama chaos had me hooked . ¿¿' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

THE INSTANT NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 🕯 IS IT LOVE. . . OR IS IT BLOODLUST? 🕯 A darkly romantic vampire romance that explores disability, obsession and the twisted limits of loyalty. Shea Parker has lived her entire life in the shadow of the Gravewood - a deadly forest that's cut her town off from the world. With resources dwindling, she's forced to ration her hearing aid batteries. When her stash runs out, she'll be left in silence. Her only hope is Oliver Lysander, the volatile leader of the vampires who rule the Gravewood. Their deal is simple: she gives him her blood, he brings her batteries. No lines crossed. Nothing personal. Until Shea's best friend is lured into the Gravewood, and her brother Asher Thorley returns from the frontlines, willing to expose Shea's darkest secrets to get his sister back. Ever the opportunist, Lysander offers a new bargain: if Asher kills his vampire rival, he'll help find the missing girl. And if Shea agrees to Turn, he'll cure her ailing mother. But every deal pulls her closer to Lysander - and to becoming a monster herself. Readers are obsessed with The Gravewood ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'If I could give this one a million stars, I would' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'A gripping, atmospheric read that kept me fully immersed from start to finish' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I can't wait to read the second book!' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I'm obsessed... a perfect vampire story' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Chefs kiss to Kelly Andrew for writing this amazing story!!' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Top tier love triangle story of my dreams... I am utterly obsessed' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Absolutely obsessed with this book' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I genuinely will not be able to stop thinking about this book. The plot, the characters the TENSION???'

'If you read only one thriller this year; make it this one' Daily Mail ' Gob-smackingly, heart-stoppingly, breath-holdingly brilliant ' Ruth Jones ------------ THREE HOURS TO SAVE THE PEOPLE YOU LOVE In rural Somerset in the middle of a blizzard, the unthinkable happens: a school is under siege. Pupils and teachers barricade themselves into classrooms, the library, the theatre. The headmaster lies wounded in the library, unable to help his trapped students and staff. Outside, a police psychiatrist must identify the gunmen, while parents gather desperate for news. In three intense hours, all must find the courage to stand up to evil and save the people they love. A TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER THE TIMES THRILLER OF THE YEAR A BEST BOOK OF 2020 IN THE SUNDAY TIMES, TIMES, GUARDIAN, MAIL, MIRROR, LITERARY REVIEW, STYLIST, RED AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING A TIMES & SUNDAY TIMES THRILLER OF THE MONTH ------------ ' Brilliant ' Lee Child, Better off Dead 'A brave, timely and intricately crafted work' Emma Stonex, The Lamplighters ' Superb ' Kate Mosse, The City of Tears 'It's beautifully, elegantly written, SO gripping, intelligent, timely, affecting and moving' Marian Keyes, Again, Rachel 'A brilliant literary thriller... moving, masterly' Sunday Times ' Kept us on the edge of our seats from start to finish' Independent 'A novel that you live rather than merely read' Daily Telegraph 'Amazing' Davina McCall, Menopausing 'An electrifying, pulse-racing novel' Red 'Wow! This is a stunner of a book, staggeringly good' Jane Fallon, Just Got Real 'An emotionally devastating and beautifully observed literary thriller' Observer 'Astonishing, powerful, terrifying, heartbreaking' Emma Flint, Little Deaths 'Intersperses scenes of breath-sucking tension with stirring meditations on human nature' Guardian

Go deeper into the groundbreaking Emmy-winning series with the complete, authorized scripts of Stranger Things: Season Three, including an exclusive introduction from the Duffer Brothers. MAX: I don’t understand. The Demodogs died when El closed the Gate. If the brain dies, the body dies — WILL: I know. Maybe I'm wrong. I hope I’m wrong — MIKE: But we can’t take any chances. We have to assume the worst. The Mind Flayer is back. WILL: And if he is, he would want to attach himself to someone again. A new “me” — LUCAS: A new “Host.” It’s 1985 and love is in the air in Hawkins. Mike and Eleven are smooch-crazy, much to Hopper’s disgust. Dustin is back from summer camp with a girlfriend he keeps in touch with by radio transmissions. The towns’ moms are in love with shirtless lifeguard Billy; Nancy and Jonathan are a couple; and there’s romantic tension brewing between Hopper and Joyce. Meanwhile, Steve is working with a cool new friend, Robin, at an ice cream parlor in the town’s shiny new mall. Rats are mysteriously exploding around town. The Mind Flayer is possessing people, and the Russians are trying to open a new gate to the Upside Down. Collected here for the first time, the complete scripts of Stranger Things: Season Three include the scenes, dialogue, and character directions for all eight episodes as well as an exclusive introduction from the creators and showrunners, Matt and Ross Duffer. Season Three’s scripts reveal a unique insight into how the Duffers continued to build the core good-vs-evil story that captivated viewers and popular culture while adding more depth with fun new characters and intensifying relationships.

We can't wait for someone to save us. I guess this is what happens when the world's burning and it feels like you're the only one pointing at it yelling, FIRE . . . A slow-burn queer romance set in the world of climate activism and influence by the author of TikTok favourit e, Afterlove. 'Rebel Hearts is sure to be your new queer fave' DIVA '[a] passionate, addictive 14+ love story about fighting for the future while living meaningfully in the present' Guardian 'Highly relevant and addictive reading' Armadillo Magazine For rival climate crisis activists, Ren Barbosa (5 million followers) and Pearl Newman (GreenGirlPearl) the feeling's mutual - deep, undeniable loathing. Ren hates Pearl's calmly righteous do-gooder perfectionism just as Pearl can't stand the 'burn it down' disruption Ren carries out with her wildly popular group, Out of Time and her former situationship, Tab. A loathing that's complicated further by Renée's prickly mother being an OG eco-activist turned government influence and Pearl's idol. Plus Renée being only one arrest away from serious trouble. But when fate brings the rivals together for a sweltering summer under the guidance of vivacious rebranded influencer, unexpected sparks begin to fly. Increasingly cut off from the outside world, tensions rise as activism and personal lives collide. . . Praise for Afterlove: 'I want everyone to read Ash and Poppy's love story.' Holly Bourne 'A book to make you feel and think' Teri Terry 'This is a fast-paced novel with a strong message about fighting for what you believe in. Ren and Pearl are vivid, authentic characters who beautifully capture the complexities of the queer teenage experience.' The Scotsman

"Meg Jones is a must-read author in the romance genre. If you want charming sports romances with plenty of steam and well-written banter, look no further than Meg Jones' books!" - Hannah Bonam-Young, NYT bestselling author of PEOPLE WATCHING A sizzling sapphic enemies-to-lovers romance between two rival tennis superstars, taking place during the US Open! Nothing fades faster than a former prodigy-and Inés Costa is dangerously close to disappearing. Once queen of the court, Inés is limping through qualifiers. And after losing her biggest sponsor to Chloe Murphy, the sport's fiery new favorite, she and her bank account are running on fumes. Chloe, known as much for her talent as her temper, is a top seed for the upcoming US Open. But thanks to broken rackets, code violations, and the inability to play well with others, her "favorite" status is slipping away. However, when they are forced to share the same side of the court, and the world surprisingly doesn't implode, Chloe makes an offer: she'll fund Inés's journey to the US Open, but only if Inés agrees to be her hitting partner and teach her to keep a level head. It's strictly business, but somewhere between practice drills and tour stops, the line between rival and something more begins to blur. As the summer burns toward Flushing Meadows, their sizzling tension catches fire. With a trophy in sight and emotions running high, will their romance double fault at set point? Tropes: Sports Romance Rivals to lovers Celebrity Pro-Athletes Sapphic Romance Forced Proximity Open Door Dual POV Only One Bed Mixed Double Partner's Ex-Girlfriend

'Love, passion, drama, violence, menace and peril, and characters you fall in love with!' – Santa Montefiore, author of Shadows in the MoonlightThe mystery of St Kilda's residents are all revealed in the epic conclusion to Karen Swan's historical series set in Scotland.Jayne Ferguson has always been a keeper of secrets, most especially her own . . .If there's one thing Jayne Ferguson has learnt in her life, it's that every blessing comes with a curse. She married the most handsome man on the isle of St Kilda - but he's a bully. She inherited her mother's gift of second sight - but only ever foresees her fellow islanders' deaths. She has learnt to keep to herself, treading in the shadows and shirking the highs for fear of the lows.When a needless death strikes at the heart of her home, Jayne's bad marriage becomes worse and she finds solace with an unlikely friend. Glimmers of happiness tantalise her, though there's no possibility for anything more, especially once word comes of St Kilda's evacuation.But as the day draws near, tensions on the island rise. Secrets are being forced to the surface, passions and enmities erupting with equal violence. A man is killed, as Jayne knew he would be, and her closest friends Effie, Mhairi and Flora are each implicated.On the mainland, the villagers scatter into new lives, hoping distance means refuge. But then Jayne has another of her dreams and she knows the past isn't done with them yet.The Midnight Secret is the fourth and final book in Karen Swan's sweeping, bestselling Wild Isles series, following on from The Last Summer, The Stolen Hours and The Lost Lover.Paperback edition charted at #9 on the Sunday Times Paperback Bestseller Chart 26/10/2025

The first in an epic fantasy series, with a smouldering forbidden romance, a dangerous heist, a world full of magic, and DRAGONS. The last male dragon. A desperate thief. A bond that will save the world . . . or shatter it. Long ago, humans betrayed dragons, stealing their magic and banishing them to a dying world. Now their descendants worship dragons as gods. But the 'gods' remember, and they do not forgive. So when thief Arcady casts a spell to steal a powerful artefact and accidentally traps Everen - the last male dragon - in the human world, the consequences are deadly. Everen soon realises the key to his destiny, and to regaining his true power, lies in Arcady. All he needs to do is convince them to bond with him completely - and then kill them . . . 'Brilliant' HANNAH KANER 'Exactly what you love in a fantasy' ROBIN HOBB 'A fire-new take on dragons' SAMANTHA SHANNON READERS LOVE DRAGONFALL ' I'm a HUGE fan of this book . . . The romance is the most delicious slow burn , and the ending... Well. You'll have to wait and see' _____ 'Dragonfall was the dragon book I didn't know I needed . This was sooo different to anything else I've read! Prophecies, magic, reluctant romance, wonderful world building and an ending I genuinely didn't see coming and I'm still reeling from' _____ ' 10/10 would recommend ( it has sexy dragons; what more could you want? )' _____ 'If you like dragons, romance, heists, Six of Crows and all things queer t hen this book is for you!!' _____ ' Holy starfire, this is a great story . . . the well paced development of erotic tension between a dragon and human led to a blistering end that has left me wanting more. I can't wait for the next' _____

'If you read only one thriller this year; make it this one' Daily Mail 'Gob-smackingly, heart-stoppingly, breath-holdingly brilliant' Ruth Jones ------------ THREE HOURS TO SAVE THE PEOPLE YOU LOVE In rural Somerset in the middle of a blizzard, the unthinkable happens: a school is under siege. Pupils and teachers barricade themselves into classrooms, the library, the theatre. The headmaster lies wounded in the library, unable to help his trapped students and staff. Outside, a police psychiatrist must identify the gunmen, while parents gather desperate for news. In three intense hours, all must find the courage to stand up to evil and save the people they love. A TOP 10 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER THE TIMES THRILLER OF THE YEAR A BEST BOOK OF 2020 IN THE SUNDAY TIMES, TIMES, GUARDIAN, MAIL, MIRROR, LITERARY REVIEW, STYLIST, RED AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING A TIMES & SUNDAY TIMES THRILLER OF THE MONTH ------------ 'Brilliant' Lee Child, Better off Dead 'A brave, timely and intricately crafted work' Emma Stonex, The Lamplighters 'Superb' Kate Mosse, The City of Tears 'It's beautifully, elegantly written, SO gripping, intelligent, timely, affecting and moving' Marian Keyes, Again, Rachel 'A brilliant literary thriller... moving, masterly' Sunday Times 'Kept us on the edge of our seats from start to finish' Independent 'A novel that you live rather than merely read' Daily Telegraph 'Amazing' Davina McCall, Menopausing 'An electrifying, pulse-racing novel' Red 'Wow! This is a stunner of a book, staggeringly good' Jane Fallon, Just Got Real 'An emotionally devastating and beautifully observed literary thriller' Observer 'Astonishing, powerful, terrifying, heartbreaking' Emma Flint, Little Deaths 'Intersperses scenes of breath-sucking tension with stirring meditations on human nature' Guardian

From the No.1 New York Times bestselling author Brynne Weaver comes the second book in the devilishly steamy Seasons of Carnage trilogy where dark romantic comedy meets thrilling suspense - and where love is ripe for ruin . . . It's time to reap what you sow. Cape Carnage is blooming with secrets, and they're ready to harvest. But every time Nolan Rhodes digs one up, another grows in its place. Harper isn't who he thought she was. Arthur might be more sinister than he first thought. And Sheriff Yates? The man is everywhere he turns. When true crime fanatics descend on the town looking for answers about the death of their leader, Nolan finds himself at the centre of a search and rescue operation for missing people he knows are already dead. Cape Carnage teeters on the brink of chaos. And the harder Nolan tries to keep it together, the closer Harper comes to unravelling. Harper Starling has risked everything to bury her trauma in Cape Carnage. But now that Nolan has unearthed her past, her whole life seems ready to break apart. And who can she trust? The enigmatic man she's falling in love with? He came to kill her. The serial killer mentor she's vowed to protect? He's become an unpredictable menace. The woman in the mirror? She might be the most dangerous of all. Loyalties are tested. Bonds are bent to a breaking point. And love? That might be the deadliest trap of all. Harvest Season is a dark romance with mature themes. Please check content warnings at the beginning of the book. Praise for Tourist Season 'Everything I loved about the Ruinous Love Series and MORE . . . MORE spice, MORE plot twists, MORE serial killers' Abby Jimenez 'Hilarious, hot, and maniacally memorable! I'm obsessed with Brynne Weaver's one-of-a-kind brand of fun, sexy killers' Penn Cole 'Another dark yet sweet and sexy romance - liberally spattered with body parts - crafting a fresh, funny tale in a way only [Brynne] can' Nisha J. Tuli 'Filled with deliciously dark humour and slow-burn tension' Hannah Bonam-Young 'Only Brynne Weaver can weave murder and romance to a bloodcurdling pitch' Amber V. Nicole 'From page one, I was hooked. The chemistry, darkness, and the way every chapter had my heart racing has me desperate for MORE from Brynne' Leigh Rivers ____ Tropes ____ _ Small-town romance _ Grumpy/Grumpy ______ Forced proximity _ He falls first _ Touch her/him and die _ Villain x Villain _ Fish out of water _ Brat/brat tamer

**THIS PAPERBACK EDITION FEATURES BRAND-NEW EXCLUSIVE CHARACTER ARTWORK, AS WELL AN ICONIC QUOTE ON THE INSIDE COVER!** From USA Today bestselling author and TikTok sensation comes the gripping, steamy dark 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 The weapon they created will be their destruction. As Kade seeks revenge on those who destroyed his life, the lines between sanity and insanity starts to blur. They threatened his family, shattered his mind, and then stole his girl. He'll sacrifice everything to save them all, even if it means war. Stacey has been to hell and back, and now she's trapped by Bernadette, the monster who stole Kade from her. But Stacey isn't backing down - she'll do whatever it takes to save Kade, no matter the cost. Can she free them both from Bernadette's clutches before this war consumes everyone they love? Restitution is a dark romance and contains explicit sexual content and difficult themes. Please read the content warnings before reading. Recommended 18+. -- Readers love the Edge of Darkness trilogy! ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Anger-fueled attraction. Resentment-laced longing. Leigh Rivers is a powerhouse in the dark romance genre ' No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Navessa Allen 'A perfect blend of love, hate, passion , secrets and twists . I truly couldn't put it down' Paisley Hope, Sunday Times bestselling author 'Leigh Rivers is a master of her craft , and Insatiable is no exception - dark , intense and utterly unputdownable ' Sadie Kincaid 'A taut, intoxicating descent into desire - bold , elegantly written , and impossible to look away from' Monty Jay 'A dark , beautifully twisted romance that delivers emotional blows with stunning precision. The kind of read that lingers long after you close the last page ' Avina St. Graves ' Addictively dark and seductive , with a story that leaves you begging for more ' K.A. Knight ' Sexy , angsty , and deliciously dark . Impossible to put down' Allie Oleander 'An absolute must-read . The chemistry between Kade and Stacey, the secrets , and the mouth-watering spice are perfect' Natasha K. Lauren Tropes: ¿¿¿¿ Best friend's brother ¿ Hate to love ¿ Second chance romance ¿ Touch her and d*e ¿¿¿¿¿ Mutual obsession ¿ Forced proximity

* Includes an exclusive extract from A Scar in the Bone, the explosive follow-up to A Fire in the Sky! * 'Unique, twisty, spicy, and full of both drama and dragons! If you are a romantasy fan, the A Fire in the Sky series is unmissable' Ali Hazelwood * * * * Readers are obsessed with A Fire in the Sky! 'This is an epic romantasy with adventure, arranged marriage, spice, dragons, and witches. I couldn't put it down'_____ 'I was instantly hooked ... it was the perfect balance of plot and romance ... This is the perfect start to an adult romantasy series, and I can't wait to read the future books!' _____ 'I fell in love with Tamsyn and Fell. The way the relationship grew, and their sexual tension was on point! I can't wait for the next book!' _____ * * * * DRAGONS ARE EXTINCT. WITCHES ARE OUTCAST. CAN MAGIC SURVIVE? Dragon fire once blistered the skies over Penterra. Now it is life inside the lavish palace that is most perilous - especially for Tamsyn. Treated as part of the royal family, but also as the lowliest servant, Tamsyn's duty is to be punished for the princesses' misdeeds. Tasked with the ultimate sacrifice of pretending to be one of the true royal princesses and marry Fell, the Beast of the Borderlands, son to the great dragon slayer, Tamsyn accepts that her fate is to trick the deadly warrior. An unexpectedly passionate wedding night ends in near violence when her deception is exposed. Rather than start a war, Fell accepts Tamsyn as his bride ... but Tamsyn isn't what she seems. More than the false wife of a man who now sees her as his enemy, she harbours dark secrets - buried so deep even she doesn't know they exist. And when those secrets emerge, they will ignite a flame bright enough to burn the entire kingdom to the bone. Magic is not dead ... it is only sleeping. And it will take one ordinary girl with an extraordinary destiny to awaken it. 'FABULOUS! If you love sizzling romantasy, epic world building, gripping characters, and DRAGONS do not miss this page-turner!' Kresley Cole * * * * Don't miss this sizzling and epic romantasy novel. Perfect if you love: _ Enemies-to-lovers _ Marriage of convenience _ Magic, dragons, and witches _ Spice * * * * _ More Dragons. Romance. Magic. Pre-order the sequel, A Scar in the Bone, now! The stunning hardback Collector's Edition features designed endpapers, sprayed edges and a foiled board design, while supplies last. _

' Lana has mastered the art of the spicy romcom ' ALI HAZELWOOD A woman discovers the father of the child she is nannying may be her biggest (Only)Fan in this steamy contemporary romance by bestselling author Lana Ferguson Suddenly unemployed Cassie has two options: get a new job (and fast) or fire up her long-untouched OnlyFans account. When she spots an ad for a live-in nanny position it seems like the solution to all her problems . . . But Aiden Reid, executive chef and DILF extraordinaire, is far from the stuffy single dad Cassie was imagining. With those hands and eyes that scream sex, such close proximity feels dangerous. With no other option, she takes the job and moves in with him and his adorably tenacious daughter, Sophie. Cassie soon discovers that Aiden is not a stranger at all - instead he's someone who is very familiar with her - or at least, her body. Given that he doesn't remember her, Cassie is faced with what feels like an impossible situation. As their relationship heats up, Cassie struggles with telling Aiden the truth, and the more terrifying possibility - losing the best chance at happiness she's ever had . . . ¿ Why readers love The Nanny . . . ¿ 'Like if Ali Hazelwood and Tessa Bailey had a smutty baby. I devoured every page' RUBY DIXON ' Sweet, beautifully sexy, and Aiden is the single Zaddy you want in your life ' ELENA ARMAS ' Smart, fun, sexy, and sizzling with romantic tension ' SARA DESAI ' Rosie Danan fans should snap this up ' Publishers Weekly, starred review ' If you're a fan of dirty talk and slow-burning chemistry, you'll love The Nanny ' BookPage, starred review ¿Tropes¿ ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ single dad ¿¿¿¿ sneaking around ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ found family ¿¿¿¿ close proximity ¿¿¿¿¿ second chances ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ nanny romance ¿¿¿¿ late night run-ins ¿¿¿¿ mutual pining

Escape the everyday with this brilliantly funny, warm-hearted romantic comedy that will have you cackling with laughter! ‍ Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Portia Macintosh. 'Hilarious' Jenny Colgan Connie's landed her dream singing gig and is off on tour! Quickly caught up in a whirlwind of life with the world-class orchestra - jealous chorus girls, growing romantic tension with Luke the charming (and secretly royal) lead tenor and scandalous tabloid headlines - however, Connie starts to wonder if she's doing the right thing. Not only that, but she's juggling a new, long-distance relationship with Matteo, the brooding Spanish music producer who was love at first sight, and who's increasingly hard to reach. Are she and Matteo exclusive? Is aristocratic millionaire Luke too good to be true? Can Connie maintain her sanity while coordinating her best friends' over-the-top Barbie-themed pre-wedding bonanza and her outrageous support band the Dollz booking her for gigs in Vegas? When does a royal love triangle become more of a square? What is clear, though, is that Connie Cooper is back. She's in her fearless era, supremely talented - and not to be underestimated... Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, romance and high drama! Praise for Jo Lyons: 'Once I started reading I couldn't stop. Practically reading through the night laughing' Reader Review 'This hit the spot and then some! I loved everything about this and was giggling non-stop.' Reader Review 'The perfect antidote to feeling meh! I loved it' Reader Review 'Completely and utterly hilarious' Reader Review 'So, so funny. Really great characters.' Suzy K Quinn 'I had tears rolling down my cheeks.' The Book Magnet Previously published as Benidorm Again

Poignant . . . I loved it!' ELAINE FEENEY'A beautiful, deeply affecting story.' DONAL RYAN'Hugely compelling and utterly persuasive.' JOSEPH O'CONNORFrom the author of the beloved debut Boys Don't Cry - an unforgettable story of love and loss and how the ones we love never really leave us.He's leaning in. I'm leaning in. 'The future is ours to make, Shauns,' he says, lips almost touching.Summer, 1991.Dean: sun-stung and sticky with cool ice-pop juice, walks to the middle of The Green to get a good gawk at the new salon. And at the owner's kid. Hands deep in his pockets, his jet-black mop of hair hides the tension in his face at the thought of going back home.Shauna: stands well hid behind her ma - her eyes dark and haunted like the rest of her. The salon is theirs, a fresh start. The smell of her ma's Body Shop perfume clings to her jumper - Shauna can't be anywhere else other than here.Instantly inseparable, their friendship blooms. But as time passes and tell-tale blushes and school fights develop into something deeper, conflicting responsibilities threaten to pull Shauna and Dean apart.When all seems lost, will they find each other under the same blue sky?Readers adore May All Your Skies Be Blue:'I LOVED it . . . Scarlett is a fabulous writer. I was undone, bawling.' 'Beautiful, devastating and raw. I don't think this book will ever leave me.' 'Absolute corker of a book, that I will be recommending to absolutely everyone.' 'Fíona has a rare talent. For writing, beautiful and sensitively, without resorting to sentimentality. For bringing characters to life. For representing the working classes as they are, as a diverse group.

We can't wait for someone to save us. I guess this is what happens when the world's burning and it feels like you're the only one pointing at it yelling, FIRE . . . A slow-burn queer romance set in the world of climate activism and influence by the author of TikTok favourit e, Afterlove. 'Rebel Hearts is sure to be your new queer fave' DIVA '[a] passionate, addictive 14+ love story about fighting for the future while living meaningfully in the present' Guardian 'Highly relevant and addictive reading' Armadillo Magazine For rival climate crisis activists, Ren Barbosa (5 million followers) and Pearl Newman (GreenGirlPearl) the feeling's mutual - deep, undeniable loathing. Ren hates Pearl's calmly righteous do-gooder perfectionism just as Pearl can't stand the 'burn it down' disruption Ren carries out with her wildly popular group, Out of Time and her former situationship, Tab. A loathing that's complicated further by Renée's prickly mother being an OG eco-activist turned government influence and Pearl's idol. Plus Renée being only one arrest away from serious trouble. But when fate brings the rivals together for a sweltering summer under the guidance of vivacious rebranded influencer, unexpected sparks begin to fly. Increasingly cut off from the outside world, tensions rise as activism and personal lives collide. . . Praise for Afterlove: 'I want everyone to read Ash and Poppy's love story.' Holly Bourne 'A book to make you feel and think' Teri Terry 'This is a fast-paced novel with a strong message about fighting for what you believe in. Ren and Pearl are vivid, authentic characters who beautifully capture the complexities of the queer teenage experience.' The Scotsman

A heartbreaking story of motherhood and the everlasting bond between mother and daughter - perfect for those who love Jodi Picoult!I found you because I wanted to tell you. Jack is with someone else. He's got no intention of sending for you or the kiddie or seeing you ever again. Don't try to contact him, you'll never find him.All it takes is one message for Gemma's life to fall apart. A confirmation of all she's feared these last few months. Jack was supposed to be preparing for their new start in Australia, building their home, building their life together. And now this. Gone. Without a trace. Leaving their perfect world - all that their two-year-old daughter, Poppy, knows and cherishes - shattered.Crystal comes into Gemma's life at the opportune moment. This new friend, who's been through it before, who knows how it feels for all of your hopes and dreams to suddenly implode, who wants to help, who will do anything...Crystal loves Poppy. And Poppy loves Crystal. The minute they meet it's as if all of the heartbreak over her dad leaving dissipates. Poppy feels whole again. And in a way, so does Gemma.But what starts as a small kernel of jealousy soon grows into a larger sense of unease. Who is this woman who's so obsessed with her daughter? And why does it feel like there's something she's not telling her?A powerful and emotional women's fiction novel about motherhood, friendship and just how far we're willing to go for the ones we love, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Emma Robinson and Kate Hewitt.Praise for Sheila Norton:'A well-crafted and brilliantly suspenseful novel that kept me guessing until the end.' Jo Bartlett'Loved this book!!!!!... Addictive. There was no way I was putting it down, I literally started reading the book around 10am and couldn't put it down until around 4am. Hahaha I'm so glad it was the weekend!!!!... I definitely recommend it!!!' Reader review'A breathtaking novel about motherhood... I felt angst, tension, compassion, empathy, surprise and suspicion.... Do not miss this novel, especially if you enjoy reading about families and their realistic struggles and moments of joy.... Grabbed my heart... Phenomenally emotive.' Reader review'A masterpiece story of a family finding their way... Hit all the feels for me and I was invested in the story from the beginning to the brilliant end. My emotions ran wild throughout this story and I would love to see this become a Netflix hit.' Reader review'A remarkable tale depicting a family's journey through the complexities of emotional challenges. Norton's storytelling kept engrossed me from start to finish, leaving a lasting impact... Truly captivating.' Reader review'A really great read. I really enjoyed this story... Beautifully written and a mother's love for her children shines throughout the book as Jess struggles to make a home for them all and keep them safe.' Reader review'I LOVED this book. I was so drawn in by the weird dynamics between Jess and the neighbours.' Reader review

From the No.1 New York Times bestselling author Brynne Weaver comes the second book in the devilishly steamy Seasons of Carnage trilogy where dark romantic comedy meets thrilling suspense - and where love is ripe for ruin . . . It's time to reap what you sow. Cape Carnage is blooming with secrets, and they're ready to harvest. But every time Nolan Rhodes digs one up, another grows in its place. Harper isn't who he thought she was. Arthur might be more sinister than he first thought. And Sheriff Yates? The man is everywhere he turns. When true crime fanatics descend on the town looking for answers about the death of their leader, Nolan finds himself at the centre of a search and rescue operation for missing people he knows are already dead. Cape Carnage teeters on the brink of chaos. And the harder Nolan tries to keep it together, the closer Harper comes to unravelling. Harper Starling has risked everything to bury her trauma in Cape Carnage. But now that Nolan has unearthed her past, her whole life seems ready to break apart. And who can she trust? The enigmatic man she's falling in love with? He came to kill her. The serial killer mentor she's vowed to protect? He's become an unpredictable menace. The woman in the mirror? She might be the most dangerous of all. Loyalties are tested. Bonds are bent to a breaking point. And love? That might be the deadliest trap of all. Harvest Season is a dark romance with mature themes. Please check content warnings at the beginning of the book. Praise for Tourist Season 'Everything I loved about the Ruinous Love Series and MORE . . . MORE spice, MORE plot twists, MORE serial killers' Abby Jimenez 'Hilarious, hot, and maniacally memorable! I'm obsessed with Brynne Weaver's one-of-a-kind brand of fun, sexy killers' Penn Cole 'Another dark yet sweet and sexy romance - liberally spattered with body parts - crafting a fresh, funny tale in a way only [Brynne] can' Nisha J. Tuli 'Filled with deliciously dark humour and slow-burn tension' Hannah Bonam-Young 'Only Brynne Weaver can weave murder and romance to a bloodcurdling pitch' Amber V. Nicole 'From page one, I was hooked. The chemistry, darkness, and the way every chapter had my heart racing has me desperate for MORE from Brynne' Leigh Rivers ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Tropes ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿ Small-town romance ¿¿¿¿ Grumpy/Grumpy ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Forced proximity ¿¿¿¿ He falls first ¿¿¿¿ Touch her/him and die ¿¿¿¿ Villain x Villain ¿¿¿¿ Fish out of water ¿¿¿¿ Brat/brat tamer

The No. 1 Bestseller 'It twists, it turns, its characters are utterly despicable, and it is a compulsive triumph' Stylist 'My husband did not mean to kill Annie Doyle, but the lying tramp deserved it.' ____________ Lydia Fitzsimons lives in the perfect house with her adoring husband and beloved son. There is just one thing Lydia yearns for to make her perfect life complete, though the last thing she expects is that pursuing it will lead to murder. However, needs must - because nothing can stop this mother from getting what she wants . . . ____________ 'What an extraordinary novel ... crackles and snaps like a bonfire on a winter's night; you shudder even as you draw closer to it. Spellbinding.' A J Finn , bestselling author of The Woman in the Window 'A stunningly talented writer' Sophie Hannah 'Devastating ... exquisitely uncomfortable, utterly captivating ' Publishers Weekly 'The intricate plotting and jolting suspense hold you in a vice till the last page' Sunday Times 'Gone Girl fans will love Liz Nugent's Lying in Wait . . . it twists, it turns, its characters are utterly despicable, and it is a compulsive triumph' Stylist 'Clear your diary if you pick up this seductively sinister story . The twists come together in a superbly scary denouncement which delivers a final sting in the tail. Brilliantly macabre' Sunday Mirror 'Brilliant plotting ratchets up the tension in this chilling tale of obsessive love, madness and motherhood' Woman & Home 'The wit is sharp and the plot full of punishing twists' The Times Crime Club ' An unputdownable psychological thriller with an ending that lingers long after turning the final page' Irish Times 'Lydia is a Gothic villain for the ages ... a page-turner chock full of lies and betrayals ' Kirkus Reviews 'An excellent example of "Domestic Noir" ... excitement and curiosity mount until you realise you can't put the book down. Highly recommended' Literary Review ' A tense, taut, almost gothic thriller where the tension tightens to near unbearable proportions ... impossible to stop reading. A brilliantly written, stand-out novel' Marian Keyes 'Deliciously twisted . . . truly chilling' Sarah Hilary ' Liz Nugent's characters are as unforgettably monstrous as they are believable. A superbly crafted novel and an absorbing portrait of the purest kind of evil' Jane Casey 'It spoils nothing to tell you now that Lydia and Andrew Fitzsimons have murdered a young prostitute. Read this dark, captivating psychological thriller to find out why' People Magazine 'I thought it impossible to match the brilliant Unravelling Oliver, but this Liz has done. Not only is her style beautiful, but she keeps the reader on the edge of their seat from page one until the completely unexpected ending. I read Lying in Wait in one sitting. I just couldn't bear the suspense. I

Ten years of being on the wrong page. One last chance for a happy ending . . . Leigh has dreamed of becoming a writer her whole life, but one 'all-style-no-substance' critique from her high school crush, Will, sent her life careening off course and, for years, Leigh put her pen down altogether. A decade later, she finally plucks up the courage to start a prestigious writing programme. But as she walks through the hallway, ready to start a new era in her life, she runs headfirst into him - now extremely tortured poet, William. Immediately their rivalry is reignited when they realise they are both competing for the same highly coveted writing prize. But what Leigh doesn't know is that she is secretly the one that got away for Will. And the poem that he submits for class is undoubtedly about that one night they shared, when they very nearly gave into temptation, so many years ago . . . Now, the feelings they've never quite been able to let go of keep turning up between the lines . . . This utterly gripping and yearning-filled love story will pull you in and not let go. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Carley Fortune and B.K. Borison. 'A brilliant, poignant love story perfect for fans of Emily Henry. With vibrant characters, You Between the Lines is a master class in the art of the romance novel.' Peyton Corinne Readers are totally obsessed with You Between the Lines: ' 5 ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ For the Beach Read girlies!!! Academic rivals to lovers!! THE ANGST AND TENSION!!!!!! SLOW BURN? ¿ Beautifully written!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Bury me with this book so I can read it in the afterlife ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿... I don't know how I'm ever going to move on ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ one of the most beautifully written romances I've ever read.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' God this book hurt SO GOOD!!!!. .. I adored this book so much... So much delicious angst.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This is the closest thing to an Emily Henry serotonin rush I've found!! ... Made my heart ache in the best way... The kind of story that reminds you why you fell in love with reading in the first place.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' PHENOMENAL ... a must read.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' I can't stop crying I truly feel like a shell of myself right now. This books means everything to me . Katie really said here is one for the Mirrorball & Mess it Up girlies ' 6¿¿ brilliant . I loved everything about this .' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

Pre-order now to receive the stunning limited deluxe edition. The collector's hardcover features sprayed edges and full-colored endpapers. "Thea Guanzon's talent is limitless . . . Mark my words: lives will be changed by The Hurricane Wars trilogy." - ALI HAZELWOOD, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis The highly anticipated conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Hurricane Wars trilogy makes landfall- and as the winds of war sweep through Lir, Talasyn and Alaric must confront the truth of their hearts and decide whether duty or desire will lead them forward. When the storm swallows the world, who will be left standing? Throughout their political marriage, Alaric and Talasyn struggled to resist the undeniable pull between them, even as rising tensions forced them on opposite sides of a looming war. Hand in hand, they vanquished the cataclysmic threat of the Moonless Dark-and started to hope for a future together. That hope is shattered when a devastating attack sets off a chain of events that tears them apart once more. Now, as two rival nations prepare for a final, decisive clash, the Master of the Shadowforged Legion and the last Lightweaver fight to find their way back to each other. But the odds are stacked against them, and time is running out... Is love enough to rewrite destiny? Can a new beginning rise from the ruins of the past? Or are Alaric and Talasyn doomed to meet as enemies on one last battlefield? This explosive third and final book brings the beloved Hurricane Wars series to a stunning conclusion-where passion and power collide, and the fate of a divided world hangs in the balance.

Grumpy, small-town barber + hopelessly romantic runaway bride = great big bust ups, all the tension and lots of steamy encounters! Escaping her seemingly perfect wedding, Naomi Witt arrives in rough-around-the-edges Knockemout, Virginia , running to the rescue of her estranged twin, Tina. Too bad for Naomi her evil twin hasn't changed at all. After helping herself to Naomi's car and cash, Tina leaves her with something unexpected: the 11-year-old niece she didn't know she had. Now she's stuck in town with no job, no plan, no home and a whole lot of extra responsibility. There's a reason local barber Knox doesn't do complications or high-maintenance women, especially not the romantic ones. But since Naomi's life imploded right in front of him, the least he can do is help her out of her jam. And just as soon as she stops getting into trouble, he can leave her alone and get back to his peaceful, solitary life. At least that's the plan, until their lives begin to entwine in ways they never imagined . . . READERS LOVE THE KNOCKEMOUT(TM) SERIES: 'I GENUINELY CANNOT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVED THIS BOOK?!?!?!!? ' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' RUN TO THIS BOOK IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY!! YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!!!' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'CHEF'S KISS, I LOVE EVERY SINGLE SECOND OF IT' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This was everything I wanted and more ' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' INJECT IT INTO MY VEINNNNSSSS ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A beautiful and emotional small-town romance that everyone should read!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Desperate for more sweet and spicy romance from Lucy Score? Get Mistakes Were Made, the brand-new book in Lucy's Story Lake series now! *New York Times bestseller, 18 weeks from October 2022 - February 2023*

THE INSTANT NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER IS IT LOVE. . . OR IS IT BLOODLUST? A darkly romantic vampire romance that explores disability, obsession and the twisted limits of loyalty. Shea Parker has lived her entire life in the shadow of the Gravewood - a deadly forest that's cut her town off from the world. With resources dwindling, she's forced to ration her hearing aid batteries. When her stash runs out, she'll be left in silence. Her only hope is Oliver Lysander, the volatile leader of the vampires who rule the Gravewood. Their deal is simple: she gives him her blood, he brings her batteries. No lines crossed. Nothing personal. Until Shea's best friend is lured into the Gravewood, and her brother Asher Thorley returns from the frontlines, willing to expose Shea's darkest secrets to get his sister back. Ever the opportunist, Lysander offers a new bargain: if Asher kills his vampire rival, he'll help find the missing girl. And if Shea agrees to Turn, he'll cure her ailing mother. But every deal pulls her closer to Lysander - and to becoming a monster herself. Readers are obsessed with The Gravewood ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'If I could give this one a million stars, I would' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'A gripping, atmospheric read that kept me fully immersed from start to finish' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I can't wait to read the second book!' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I'm obsessed... a perfect vampire story' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Chefs kiss to Kelly Andrew for writing this amazing story!!' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Top tier love triangle story of my dreams... I am utterly obsessed' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'Absolutely obsessed with this book' ¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I genuinely will not be able to stop thinking about this book. The plot, the characters the TENSION???'

THE INSTANT NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER IS IT LOVE. . . OR IS IT BLOODLUST? A darkly romantic vampire romance that explores disability, obsession and the twisted limits of loyalty. Shea Parker has lived her entire life in the shadow of the Gravewood - a deadly forest that's cut her town off from the world. With resources dwindling, she's forced to ration her hearing aid batteries. When her stash runs out, she'll be left in silence. Her only hope is Oliver Lysander, the volatile leader of the vampires who rule the Gravewood. Their deal is simple: she gives him her blood, he brings her batteries. No lines crossed. Nothing personal. Until Shea's best friend is lured into the Gravewood, and her brother Asher Thorley returns from the frontlines, willing to expose Shea's darkest secrets to get his sister back. Ever the opportunist, Lysander offers a new bargain: if Asher kills his vampire rival, he'll help find the missing girl. And if Shea agrees to Turn, he'll cure her ailing mother. But every deal pulls her closer to Lysander - and to becoming a monster herself. -- Readers are obsessed with The Gravewood ¿¿¿¿¿ 'If I could give this one a million stars, I would' 'A gripping, atmospheric read that kept me fully immersed from start to finish' 'I can't wait to read the second book!' 'I'm obsessed... a perfect vampire story' 'Chefs kiss to Kelly Andrew for writing this amazing story!!' 'Top tier love triangle story of my dreams... I am utterly obsessed' 'Absolutely obsessed with this book' 'I genuinely will not be able to stop thinking about this book. The plot, the characters the TENSION???'

'Exceptional - a tense, thrilling investigation, with a decidedly feminist slant ' - Daily Mail Longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction Winner of the Bloody Scotland Crime Debut of the Year Shortlisted for the CWA New Blood Dagger Inspired by a real-life murder trial, The Maiden is a remarkable feminist revisionist novel that places the forgotten women of history firmly centre stage. In the end, it did not matter what I said at my trial. No one believed me. Edinburgh, 1679. Lady Christian is arrested and charged with the murder of her lover, James Forrester. News of her imprisonment and subsequent trial is splashed across the broadsides, with headlines that leave little room for doubt: Adulteress. Whore. Murderess. Only a year before, Lady Christian was newly married, leading a life of privilege and respectability. So, what led her to risk everything for an affair? And does that make her guilty of murder? She wasn't the only woman in Forrester's life, and certainly not the only one who might have had cause to wish him dead . . . 'A masterpiece' - Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal 'Riveting . . . the tension persists until the last page' - The Times *The Maiden was longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction on 05/03/2024

A Lyrical Journey to the Authentic Self Immigrants bear an invisible grief—of lives left behind, scattered memories, and the absence of familial support. For many, this loss manifests as a profound sense of isolation, suspended between two worlds that neither fully embrace nor reflect them. But what if belonging didn't require shrinking or stretching the self to fit? What if there was a middle path—one that honors complexity without compromise? In The Immigrant Journey, author Jo Madnani explores this question through a luminous collection of lyrical micro-narratives. Inviting readers to walk alongside her, she navigates the delicate intersections of family, tradition, and cultural expectation with the lived realities of first-generation immigrant life. Through themes of identity, friendship, love, and intergenerational tension, Madnani's honest reflections illuminate the nuanced terrain of transition and belonging. Each vignette becomes a mirror, guiding readers toward clarity, courage, and the power of authentic selfhood. Both a celebration and a reclamation, The Immigrant Journey is a spirited manifesto—an invitation to redefine identity on your own terms and embrace the richness of intersectionality as a source of strength. Pair The Immigrant Journey with The Immigrant Lens, the companion journal where you'll explore your own story through guided reflection and transformative prompts.

FALL IN LOVE WITH THE ICONIC GOTHIC CLASSIC 'An unforgettable masterpiece . . . filled with razor-sharp tension, escalating dread, and a twist that chills to the bone' FREIDA MCFADDEN 'It's the book every writer wishes they'd written' CLARE MACKINTOSH He did not belong to me at all, he belonged to Rebecca. . . Everyone knows that Maxim de Winter was obsessed with his glamorous wife - and devastated by her tragic death. So when he proposes to a shy, anxious young woman after a whirlwind meeting in the South of France, no one is more surprised than the new bride herself. But when they reach Manderley, his beautiful, isolated Cornish mansion, the second Mrs de Winter begins to realise that every inch of her new home - and everyone in it - still belongs to Rebecca. 'The greatest psychological thriller of all time' ERIN KELLY 'Rebecca has woven its way into the fabric of our culture with all the troubling power of myth or dream. A stunning book' SARAH PERRY 'The perfect story by the perfect storyteller' JOANNA CANNON 'One of my all-time favourites' ERIN MORGENSTERN 'Will chill you as much as any thriller' ALICE SLATER 'Daphne du Maurier created a scale by which modern women can measure their feelings' STEPHEN KING 'She's so deviant. So fascinating' EMERALD FENNELL