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Hollywood's favorite actor. Nobody's favorite Formula 1 driver. One life-changing winter break. Quin McCarthy is Hollywood's favorite actor. Cole Milton is nobody's favorite Formula 1 driver. The two men have less than nothing in common, and when their paths briefly cross at the Singapore Grand Prix, it ends in mutual loathing. Neither expects to see the other again, but when Quin moves to a remote Canadian ski town to film a thriller series, he learns that his deep-woods rental cottage has a single neighboring property, owned and occupied by none other than Cole. Quin resolves to ignore him and spend his winter nights reading books by the fireplace. But when he stumbles upon a dead body on set-and glimpses the murderer making a run for it-his laid-back winter plans take an abrupt turn for the worse. As things grow more dangerous, he's forced to turn to Cole for help-and in doing so, realizes Cole might not be the bad guy everyone thinks he is.

The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle is one of 56 short Sherlock Holmes stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the seventh story of twelve in the collection The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. It was first published in Strand Magazine in January 1892.As London prepares for Christmas, newspapers report the theft of the near-priceless gemstone, the "Blue Carbuncle", from the hotel suite of the Countess of Morcar. John Horner, a plumber and a previously convicted felon, is soon arrested for the theft. Despite Horner's claims of innocence, the police are sure that they have their man. Horner's record, and his presence in the Countess's room where he was repairing a fireplace, are all the police need.Just after Christmas, Watson pays a visit to Holmes at 221B Baker Street. He finds the detective contemplating a battered old hat brought to him by the commissionaire, Peterson. Both the hat and a Christmas goose had been dropped by a man in a scuffle with some street ruffians. The honest Peterson had sought Holmes's help in returning the items to their owner but although the goose bears a tag with the owner's name—Henry Baker—based on the number of people with this name in London there is little hope of finding the man. Peterson takes the goose home for dinner, and Holmes keeps the hat to study as an intellectual exercise.Famous works of the author Arthur Conan Doyle's: "A Study in Scarlet", "Silver Blaze", "The Hound of the Baskervilles", "The Yellow Face", "A Scandal in Bohemia", "The Red-Headed League", A Case of Identity", "The Boscombe Valley Mystery", "The Five Orange Pips", "The Man with the Twisted Lip", "The Blue Carbuncle", "The Speckled Band", "The Engineer's Thumb", "The Noble Bachelor", "The Beryl Coronet", "The Copper Beeches" and many more.

Bloomsbury presents The Wolf Wilder by Katherine Rundell, read by Tamsin Greig.Go on an adventure with Katherine Rundell..._______________From the winner of the Costa Children's Book Prize'A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination' – Philip Pullman'A truly compelling read... totally original' – Jacqueline Wilson_______________Feodora and her mother live in the snowbound woods of Russia, in a house full of food and fireplaces. Ten minutes away, in a ruined chapel, lives a pack of wolves. Feodora's mother is a wolf wilder, and Feo is a wolf wilder in training. A wolf wilder is the opposite of an animal tamer: it is a person who teaches tamed animals to fend for themselves, and to fight and to run, and to be wary of humans.When the murderous hostility of the Russian Army threatens her very existence, Feo is left with no option but to go on the run. What follows is a story of revolution and adventure, about standing up for the things you love and fighting back. And, of course, wolves.

Bloomsbury presents The Secret Society of Very Important Post by Alexandra Page, read by Lesley Harcourt.It's 1953, just days from the coronation of Queen Elizabeth, and Penny Black can't get into the summer holiday spirit. Not when she's about to move to Scotland – and away from everything she knows – for good.But when Wishyouwas plops into the fireplace in a cloud of soot and chaos, with a summons from the Royal Postmistress herself, all of Penny's plans suddenly go up in smoke.The intrepid pair are soon on the trail of a mysterious traitor and a potentially deadly plot to halt the coronation. Their investigation will take them across London's busy streets, high up in the air and deeper into danger than they've ever been before …

Seattle investigator J. P. Beaumont is drawn into an intriguing, and shockingly personal, case in this superb tale of suspense from New York Times bestselling author J. A. Jance. Former Seattle homicide cop, J. P. Beaumont, is learning to enjoy the new realities of retirement?doing morning crossword puzzles by a roaring fireplace; playing frisbee with his new dog; having quiet lunches with his still working wife. But then his past comes calling. When a long ago acquaintance, Alan Dale, shows up on Beau's doorstep with a newborn infant in hand and asking for help locating his missing daughter, Beau finds himself faced with an investigation that will turn his own life upside down by dragging his none-too-stellar past onto a roller-coaster ride that may well derail his serene present. It turns out that, even in retirement. murder is still the name of J. P. Beaumont's game.

Bloomsbury presents The Unicorn Quest by Kamilla Benko, read by Jennifer Woodward.An enchanting, exciting fantasy about a real-world girl searching for her sister in a land full of magic and strange creatures, blending the timeless feel of A Wrinkle in Time with Frozen's powerful themes of identity, enchantment, and sisterhood.Claire Martinson still worries about her older sister Sophie, who battled a mysterious illness last year. But things are back to normal as they move into Windermere Manor . . . until the sisters climb a strange ladder in a fireplace and enter the magical land of Arden.There, they find a world in turmoil. The four guilds of magic no longer trust each other, the beloved unicorns have disappeared, and terrible wraiths roam freely. Scared, the girls return home. But when Sophie vanishes in the night, it will take all of Claire's courage to climb back up the ladder, find her sister, and uncover the unicorns' greatest secret.A Kids' Indie Next SelectionA Mighty Girl Best Book of the YearAn ALA Top Ten First Novel for Youth

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All the people said that the Canterville Chase was hunted, but Mr. Otis, the American Ambassador, decided however to buy it because he did not mind about ghosts. When he arrived at the Chase with his whole family, the old housekeeper led them into the library for tea. There, near the fireplace, there was a dark bloodstain. One night Mr. Otis woke up by a strange noise.In der ironisch-humorvollen Gespenstergeschichte treffen das altehrwürdige Gespenst von Schloss Canterville und die moderne, aufgeklärte amerikanische Botschafter-Familie Otis aufeinander. Dem Gespenst, das seit Jahrhunderten sein Unwesen auf dem Schloss treibt und frühere Bewohner zu Nervenzusammenbrüchen oder gar in den Tod getrieben hat, gelingt es nicht, die unbekümmerte Familie zu beeindrucken. Zermürbt bittet es irgendwann um den ewigen Frieden ...Die beliebte und mehrfach verfilmte Erzählung "The Canterville Ghost" von 1878 hat an Aktualität nichts eingebüßt. In Wildes Gesellschaftssatire werden Alte und Neue Welt, Tradition und Moderne sowie Glaube und Skepsis einander gegenübergestellt.Die GoyaLiT-Reihe "The Sound of the Language" präsentiert die beliebtesten Themen der englischsprachigen Literatur im Original. Englische Schauspieler interpretieren die ungekürzten Texte. Die Sammlung literarischer Perlen ermöglicht lebendiges Fremdsprachenlernen durch Hören. Eine Vokabelliste im Booklet erleichtert das Verständnis.

Bloomsbury presents Fire in the Star by Kamilla Benko, read by Jennifer Woodward.The enchanting Unicorn Quest series reaches its thrilling conclusion as two sisters fight to save a magical land from destruction.* "Those who love Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time . . . [or] Neil Gaiman's Coraline, can't miss this debut." – Booklist, starred review, on The Unicorn Quest"An adventure-quest brimming with magic and heart." – Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author, on The Unicorn QuestAfter a lifetime of being the younger sister—of letting Sophie fight her battles, of following her on countless Experiences and through a fireplace into a magical land—it's finally Claire Martinson's turn to lead. And she'll do anything to keep her big sister safe: resist the wraiths' cold shadows, experiment with new and dangerous magic, become a thief in disguise.When Claire discovers that "only a queen can defeat a queen," she knows she must steal and reforge the ancient Crown of Arden to stand a chance against the darkness that threatens the world and her family. Because Queen Estelle d'Astora, desperate to reclaim her power, will stop at nothing to gain the support of the four guilds—even if it means killing the last unicorn. Claire will need every friend she's made to help her as the fate of Arden hangs in the balance . . . But the secrets of the unicorns are deeper than anyone could have ever imagined. Does Claire have what it takes to ignite the long-buried magic of this world and wake the fire in the stars? Or will the true salvation of Arden rest on one final and heartbreaking sacrifice?

'The perfect wintery romance to get readers in the mood for cosying up by the fire with a hot chocolate' Reader review Jen is turning thirty and has spent her entire life jumping from man to man. So, when her latest relationship ends in disaster, she decides she needs to stop pleasing others and focus on herself. And where better to start afresh than the beautiful Canadian ski resort of Whistler? Okay, she's broke, unemployed, and has never so much as strapped on a pair of skis - but Jen is determined to make it on her own. She just has one rule: to stay single for the entire ski season. When a new job forces Jen into contact with snowboarding instructor Art, the two of them are set on keeping their distance. It shouldn't be hard, since they hate one another on sight - and Art knows better than anyone how to keep other people at arm's length. The problem is, the more time they are forced to spend together, the clearer it seems that Jen's promise to stay single might not be quite so simple . . . Readers love SINGLE IN THE SNOW! 'This book!!!!... Devoured in less than a day, it hit me right in the feels. I absolutely loved being on this journey with our two main characters, they feel like my friends now!' Reader review 'Fabulous book!... a gorgeous snowy setting... the perfect winter read. I loved it' Reader review 'A perfect read for these cold and wintry nights, to tuck yourself up by a warm fireplace, get a hot cocoa, a blanket, dive in the pages of this book... You can't put down once you start, simply a gorgeous read' Reader review 'What a fab story. My only disappointment was that I didn't want it to finish! I wanted more!' Reader review

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【Enchanting Santa Sleigh Design】Bring festive magic to your home! This adorable pet sleigh bed, inspired by Santa's classic sled, creates a whimsical Christmas centerpiece for your living room. It gives your furry friend their own special throne for the holidays, perfectly blending festive decor with pet comfort. 【Ultra-Soft & Cozy Winter Warmth】Your pet's warm winter retreat. Crafted from plush crystal velvet and filled with soft stuffing, this cozy pet bed provides exceptional warmth and a snuggly feel. It’s the perfect spot for your cat or dog to curl up and dream on chilly nights by the fireplace. 【Supportive Padding with Raised Sides】Designed with thick padding and raised sides, the sleigh bed provides great support for your pet’s head and body. This supportive structure is ideal for pets who love to burrow and feel protected while they nap. 【Secure Anti-Slip Bottom for Safety 】The durable non-slip base keeps this Christmas pet bed firmly in place on hardwood, tile, or carpet. This ensures a stable and safe resting environment for your pet, even during their most energetic playtimes before settling down. 【A Gift of Holiday Joy & Bonding】More than a bed—it's a source of festive fun! This charming holiday dog bed encourages playful interaction and strengthens your bond. It’s the perfect Christmas gift for pet owners who want to include their beloved companion in the seasonal celebrations.

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【Enchanting Santa Sleigh Design】Bring festive magic to your home! This adorable pet sleigh bed, inspired by Santa's classic sled, creates a whimsical Christmas centerpiece for your living room. It gives your furry friend their own special throne for the holidays, perfectly blending festive decor with pet comfort. 【Ultra-Soft & Cozy Winter Warmth】Your pet's warm winter retreat. Crafted from plush crystal velvet and filled with soft stuffing, this cozy pet bed provides exceptional warmth and a snuggly feel. It’s the perfect spot for your cat or dog to curl up and dream on chilly nights by the fireplace. 【Supportive Padding with Raised Sides】Designed with thick padding and raised sides, the sleigh bed provides great support for your pet’s head and body. This supportive structure is ideal for pets who love to burrow and feel protected while they nap. 【Secure Anti-Slip Bottom for Safety 】The durable non-slip base keeps this Christmas pet bed firmly in place on hardwood, tile, or carpet. This ensures a stable and safe resting environment for your pet, even during their most energetic playtimes before settling down. 【A Gift of Holiday Joy & Bonding】More than a bed—it's a source of festive fun! This charming holiday dog bed encourages playful interaction and strengthens your bond. It’s the perfect Christmas gift for pet owners who want to include their beloved companion in the seasonal celebrations.

【Enchanting Santa Sleigh Design】Bring festive magic to your home! This adorable pet sleigh bed, inspired by Santa's classic sled, creates a whimsical Christmas centerpiece for your living room. It gives your furry friend their own special throne for the holidays, perfectly blending festive decor with pet comfort. 【Ultra-Soft & Cozy Winter Warmth】Your pet's warm winter retreat. Crafted from plush crystal velvet and filled with soft stuffing, this cozy pet bed provides exceptional warmth and a snuggly feel. It’s the perfect spot for your cat or dog to curl up and dream on chilly nights by the fireplace. 【Supportive Padding with Raised Sides】Designed with thick padding and raised sides, the sleigh bed provides great support for your pet’s head and body. This supportive structure is ideal for pets who love to burrow and feel protected while they nap. 【Secure Anti-Slip Bottom for Safety 】The durable non-slip base keeps this Christmas pet bed firmly in place on hardwood, tile, or carpet. This ensures a stable and safe resting environment for your pet, even during their most energetic playtimes before settling down. 【A Gift of Holiday Joy & Bonding】More than a bed—it's a source of festive fun! This charming holiday dog bed encourages playful interaction and strengthens your bond. It’s the perfect Christmas gift for pet owners who want to include their beloved companion in the seasonal celebrations.

【Enchanting Santa Sleigh Design】Bring festive magic to your home! This adorable pet sleigh bed, inspired by Santa's classic sled, creates a whimsical Christmas centerpiece for your living room. It gives your furry friend their own special throne for the holidays, perfectly blending festive decor with pet comfort. 【Ultra-Soft & Cozy Winter Warmth】Your pet's warm winter retreat. Crafted from plush crystal velvet and filled with soft stuffing, this cozy pet bed provides exceptional warmth and a snuggly feel. It’s the perfect spot for your cat or dog to curl up and dream on chilly nights by the fireplace. 【Supportive Padding with Raised Sides】Designed with thick padding and raised sides, the sleigh bed provides great support for your pet’s head and body. This supportive structure is ideal for pets who love to burrow and feel protected while they nap. 【Secure Anti-Slip Bottom for Safety 】The durable non-slip base keeps this Christmas pet bed firmly in place on hardwood, tile, or carpet. This ensures a stable and safe resting environment for your pet, even during their most energetic playtimes before settling down. 【A Gift of Holiday Joy & Bonding】More than a bed—it's a source of festive fun! This charming holiday dog bed encourages playful interaction and strengthens your bond. It’s the perfect Christmas gift for pet owners who want to include their beloved companion in the seasonal celebrations.

500 PIECE PUZZLE - The Fall is in the Air 500 Piece Puzzle by Galison invites puzzlers into a warm and welcoming living room scene, perfectly styled for autumn. With rich seasonal details and a comforting indoor setting, this puzzle offers a satisfying challenge and a cozy way to celebrate the season. The box includes an insert with the full puzzle image for reference. COZY INDOOR AUTUMN SCENE - A crackling fireplace, plush armchairs, and soft blankets set the tone for a relaxing fall day. Pumpkins, fall foliage, and warm-toned décor fill the room with seasonal charm, while mugs of cider and stacks of books suggest a perfect afternoon indoors. Every detail evokes the comfort and beauty of autumn at home. A PERFECT FALL GIFT - Whether for a quiet afternoon or a thoughtful seasonal present, this high-quality puzzle is a heartwarming way to embrace the season. Its inviting illustration and homey atmosphere make it a standout gift for Thanksgiving, fall birthdays, or anyone who loves cozy indoor moments. PREMIUM QUALITY - The 500 ribbon-cut pieces are thick and sturdy, designed for easy handling and long-lasting enjoyment. Finished puzzle size: 20" x 20". Made with 90% recycled greyboard and printed with nontoxic inks. GALISON QUALITY - Since 1979, Galison has been on a mission to inspire creativity and bring fine art into everyday life through beautifully designed puzzles, stationery, games, and more.

"The Evil Clergyman" is an excerpt from a letter written by American horror fiction writer H. P. Lovecraft in 1933. After his death, it was published in the April 1939 issue of Weird Tales as a short story. The story was later adapted into the unreleased 1987 anthology film Pulse Pounder. The story begins in the attic of an ancient house. The narrator's companion refers to the former owner of the house and the presumably violent end that befell him. He advises the narrator not to stay after dark or touch anything, especially the small object on a table, which the companion seems to fear considerably. The narrator is then left alone in the attic; he notes the many theological and classical books, and one bookshelf in particular containing books on magic. He feels a considerable curiosity for the forbidden object on the table. The narrator finds a strange flashlight-like device in his pocket that produces a peculiar violet glow. He attempts to illuminate the object on the table with this strange light, which he describes as being composed of particles. The object makes a crackling sound like a sparking vacuum tube, and takes on a pinkish glow with a vague white shape taking form from its center. The narrator, feeling that his surroundings are taking on strange new properties, realizes that he is not alone; the sinister newcomer is described as wearing clerical garb typical of the Anglican Church. The newcomer begins throwing magical books into a fireplace.

500 PIECE PUZZLE - The Fall is in the Air 500 Piece Puzzle by Galison invites puzzlers into a warm and welcoming living room scene, perfectly styled for autumn. With rich seasonal details and a comforting indoor setting, this puzzle offers a satisfying challenge and a cozy way to celebrate the season. The box includes an insert with the full puzzle image for reference. COZY INDOOR AUTUMN SCENE - A crackling fireplace, plush armchairs, and soft blankets set the tone for a relaxing fall day. Pumpkins, fall foliage, and warm-toned décor fill the room with seasonal charm, while mugs of cider and stacks of books suggest a perfect afternoon indoors. Every detail evokes the comfort and beauty of autumn at home. A PERFECT FALL GIFT - Whether for a quiet afternoon or a thoughtful seasonal present, this high-quality puzzle is a heartwarming way to embrace the season. Its inviting illustration and homey atmosphere make it a standout gift for Thanksgiving, fall birthdays, or anyone who loves cozy indoor moments. PREMIUM QUALITY - The 500 ribbon-cut pieces are thick and sturdy, designed for easy handling and long-lasting enjoyment. Finished puzzle size: 20" x 20". Made with 90% recycled greyboard and printed with nontoxic inks. GALISON QUALITY - Since 1979, Galison has been on a mission to inspire creativity and bring fine art into everyday life through beautifully designed puzzles, stationery, games, and more.

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“Provides all the festive feels: a family drama that pulls at the heart, a sweet love story and a picture-perfect Cotswolds village.”—Good Housekeeping From USA TODAY bestselling author of The Book Club Hotel, Sarah Morgan returns with a heartfelt and witty story of love, little white lies, and the unexpected gifts of Christmas, perfect for fans of Rebecca Serle and Jennifer Weiner. To the outside world, Imogen is a marketing dynamo. Her colleagues don’t know that while her high-achieving professional image is real, the happy childhood stories she spins are as fake as her pretend enthusiasm for Christmas. Working 24/7 has always been her solution to surviving the festive season—until burnout leads to a catastrophic blunder. Suddenly, Imogen is handed a holiday gift she definitely doesn’t want: enforced time off work to recuperate. Then an invitation arrives from her favorite client, Dorothy, to stay at her guest cottage in the Cotswolds. From the thatched roof to the cozy open fireplace, Holly Cottage is a picture-perfect haven… Can it provide the fresh start Imogen so desperately needs? For Dorothy, helping Imogen offers a longed-for chance to make reparations for her own past. But as her daughter Sara keeps reminding her, it brings risks, too. Yet Dorothy knows that only a leap of courage will allow her family to grow and heal. And perhaps this Christmas, with Dorothy’s help, the new life that Imogen is slowly piecing together could be better than anything either of them could imagine… Don't miss the latest Christmas book from Sarah Morgan in which nothing goes according to plan in The Best Christmas Ever! Experience the joy of the season in these Sarah Morgan Christmas stories: A Merry Little Lie The Book Club Hotel Snowed in for Christmas The Christmas Escape More captivating sun-soaked stories by Sarah Morgan: Five-Star Summer¿ Other People's Summers The Summer Swap The Island Villa

#1 New York Times Bestseller The inspiration for the Netflix series streaming now! "A revealing look at life inside the White House. . . it's Downton Abbey for the White House staff." - The Today Show A remarkable history with elements of both In the President's Secret Service and The Butler, The Residence offers an intimate account of the service staff of the White House, from the Kennedys to the Obamas. America's First Families are unknowable in many ways. No one has insight into their true character like the people who serve their meals and make their beds every day. In her runaway bestseller, former White House correspondent Kate Andersen Brower pulls back the curtain on the world's most famous address. Full of stories and details by turns dramatic, humorous, and heartwarming, The Residence reveals daily life in the White House as it is really lived through the voices of the maids, butlers, cooks, florists, doormen, engineers, and others who tend to the needs of the President and First Family. These dedicated professionals maintain the six-floor mansion's 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 28 fireplaces, three elevators, and eight staircases, and prepare everything from hors d'oeuvres for intimate gatherings to meals served at elaborate state dinners. Over the course of the day, they gather in the lower level's basement kitchen to share stories, trade secrets, forge lifelong friendships, and sometimes even fall in love. Combining incredible first-person anecdotes from extensive interviews with scores of White House staff members-many speaking for the first time-with archival research, Kate Andersen Brower tells their story. She reveals the intimacy between the First Family and the people who serve them, as well as tension that has shaken the staff over the decades. From the housekeeper and engineer who fell in love while serving President Reagan to Jackie Kennedy's private moment of grief with a beloved staffer after her husband's assassination to the tumultuous days surrounding President Nixon's resignation and President Clinton's impeachment battle, The Residence is full of surprising and moving details that illuminate day-to-day life at the White House.

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Return to the legendary magic and the whimsical wonder of the Caraval series with this festive novella from No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author Stephanie Garber. SNOWFLAKES ARE FALLING. INVITATIONS ARE ARRIVING. AND HOLIDAY MAGIC IS SWIRLING IN THE CAPITAL CITY OF THE MERIDIAN EMPIRE. It's Great Holiday Eve Eve. Scarlett Dragna is planning a spectacular Holiday celebration for the city. Donatella is searching for the perfect gift. Julian is looking ridiculously handsome in green. And Legend . . . Well, sadly Legend is not a fan of the Great Holiday. Tella is hoping her perfect gift will change his mind. Unfortunately, she hasn't found this perfect gift just yet. But it is Great Holiday Eve Eve . . . surely there's some holiday magic swirling around. Welcome, welcome back to the world of Caraval, where even holidays are not as they seem. Set after Stephanie Garber's No. 1 New York Times bestselling Caraval series, this delightful novella will take readers on the ultimate holiday adventure, full of clockwork boys, poisoned candy, impish snow globes, merriment, and - if Tella gets her way - love. Complete with gorgeous illustrations, this is the perfect edition for collectors, readers, dreamers, and lovers of holiday magic. **** Readers are swooning over this festive treat . . . 'Oh my gosh this was the absolute perfect holiday read!' 'This was the cutest book ever!' 'This was like a warm hug by the fireplace'

For fans of the Lovelight series and The Christmas Tree Farm, this cozy Christmas romance follows an overworked publicist who is snowed in at the Honeycrisp Orchard Inn with her nemesis, a sexy brewery owner, for the holidays. The festive spirit, hot chocolate, and six feet of sparkling snowdrifts conspire to turn these enemies into lovers. Maria never expected to spend Christmas in a small, snow-covered town-but a visit to her best friend Ellie's Honeycrisp Orchard Inn turns into an unplanned holiday stay when a snowstorm leaves her stranded. The inn feels like stepping into a holiday fairy tale, with twinkling lights, crackling fires, and garlands everywhere, yet Maria can't help missing her big, loud Italian family. Adding to her frustrations? Jesse, the ruggedly handsome, annoyingly charming brewery owner, who seems to delight in pushing her buttons. Jesse has enough on his plate managing his bar and helping the inn stay merry for the holidays, but he can't seem to resist Maria's city-girl sass. As snow continues to fall and their paths keep crossing, Maria finds herself drawn into the inn's festive magic and Jesse himself, as he shows her the charm of slowing down and being present in the moment. With stolen glances under mistletoe and sparks flying by the fireplace, the line between a holiday fling and something deeper blurs. But when the snow clears, will Maria follow her heart? Perfect for anyone craving snow-kissed romance, holiday warmth, and happily-ever-after magic. Tropes: Enemies to lovers Forced proximity City girl x country boy Quirky locals Small-town romance

For fans of the Lovelight series and The Christmas Tree Farm, this cozy Christmas romance follows an overworked publicist who is snowed in at the Honeycrisp Orchard Inn with her nemesis, a sexy brewery owner, for the holidays. The festive spirit, hot chocolate, and six feet of sparkling snowdrifts conspire to turn these enemies into lovers. Maria never expected to spend Christmas in a small, snow-covered town-but a visit to her best friend Ellie's Honeycrisp Orchard Inn turns into an unplanned holiday stay when a snowstorm leaves her stranded. The inn feels like stepping into a holiday fairy tale, with twinkling lights, crackling fires, and garlands everywhere, yet Maria can't help missing her big, loud Italian family. Adding to her frustrations? Jesse, the ruggedly handsome, annoyingly charming brewery owner, who seems to delight in pushing her buttons. Jesse has enough on his plate managing his bar and helping the inn stay merry for the holidays, but he can't seem to resist Maria's city-girl sass. As snow continues to fall and their paths keep crossing, Maria finds herself drawn into the inn's festive magic and Jesse himself, as he shows her the charm of slowing down and being present in the moment. With stolen glances under mistletoe and sparks flying by the fireplace, the line between a holiday fling and something deeper blurs. But when the snow clears, will Maria follow her heart? Perfect for anyone craving snow-kissed romance, holiday warmth, and happily-ever-after magic. Tropes: - Enemies to lovers - Forced proximity - City girl x country boy - Quirky locals - Small-town romance

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The Binding meets The Vanishing Half in this extraordinary historical debut - perfect for readers who love gothic mysteries with books at the heart of them, as well as stories about people often overlooked by history. 'Intriguingly and superbly plotted. Weaves race, identity, feminism, sexuality and class into a beguiling mystery' Woman & Home Some secrets are too scandalous to conceal... Since they left Jamaica for England, Florence's father has tried to tame her - from hot-combing her unruly hair to training her in the art of bookbinding. But when Florence brings scandal to his door, he throws her onto the streets. Florence has nowhere to turn until, intercepting her father's commission to restore a private library, she talks her way into the remote, imposing Rose Hall. There, even the wonders of Lord Belfield's library can't distract Florence from the whisper of scandal around the late lady of the house and her black maid. Then one night, someone breaks into the library - yet strangely, they take none of the priceless tomes. Discovering a half-burned diary in the fireplace, Florence holds the key to a mystery that will reshape everything she knows about herself, and shake Rose Hall to its very foundations . . . 'Swells with secrecy and intrigue' Candice Carty-Williams, author of Queenie 'A love letter to the golden age of Du Maurier and Bronte. Lyrical, beguiling and powerfully relevant' Juno Dawson, author of Her Majesty's Royal Coven 'If this book's a thief of anything - it was of my attention. I was hooked' Cari Thomas, author of Threadneedle 'Powerful and wholly original' Joanne Burn, author of The Hemlock Cure 'Gut-wrenchingly conveys a unique historical perspective on race, gender and sexuality. [For] fans of Sarah Waters and Bridget Collins' Library Journal 'I was blown away' Stacey Thomas, author of The Revels 'Atmospheric, compelling Victorian gothic with a fresh twist' Freya Berry, author of The Birdcage Library