'Hands down one of the best books I've read in a long time. This story hooks you immediately, one cannot put it down. I even dreamed about the book!' Goodreads Reviewer 5* Victoria Langley needs to find a refuge when her husband leaves her. She finds it, in the shape of Seafall Cottage on a Cornwall clifftop. The unkempt cottage in the village of Tregollan is a perfect place to recharge - particularly when she finds a fascinating diary from 1905. Victoria determines to solve the secrets the diary contains, but locals blank her when she asks about its author, Tilly Asprey. In walks a handsome lawyer with a missing piece of the puzzle. Now Victoria knows that Tilly's story is just like hers. Can Victoria learn from TIlly's mistakes or is she destined to suffer the same fate? An evocative and romantic read about lost love and new beginnings, this is perfect for fans of Phillipa Ashley, Emma Burstall and Liz Fenwick. Previously published as The Cornish Escape What everyone's saying about 'Summer at Seafall Cottage': 'My anguished howl of "nooooo" as I finished was so loud I had to go and check I hadn't woken my three-year-old … I wanted the book to carry on and on and on … I was caught from the very first, beautifully written, paragraph.' After the Rain 'I read it in one sitting and so will you.' Goodreads Reviewer 5* 'Oh, this was such an enjoyable book! … To sum up, The Cornish Escape is one enjoyable, feel-good book I totally recommend. You'll simply be flying through it, devouring it in one sitting.' This Chick Reads

Nestled in the Cornish village of Cloudsea, sits Sea Cottage – the perfect place for some Christmas magic … At last Ivy is looking forward to Christmas. She and her husband Stuart have moved to their perfect little cottage by the sea - a haven alongside the rugged cliffs that look out to the Atlantic Ocean. She's pregnant with their much-longed for first baby and for the first time, since the death of her beloved mother, Ivy feels like things are going to be alright. But there is trouble ahead. It soon emerges that Stuart has been keeping secrets from Ivy, and suddenly she misses her mum more than ever. When Ivy stumbles across a hidden letter from her mother, secrets from the past come hurtling into the present. But could her mother's words help Ivy in her time of need? Ivy is about to discover that the future is full of unexpected surprises and Christmas at Sea Cottage promises to be one to remember. This Christmas warm your heart and escape to the Cornish coast for an uplifting story of love, secrets and new beginnings that you will remember for many Christmases to come. 'The loveliest of lovely stories...this story has smiles in bucketloads. Do not under any circumstances miss the opportunity to read this story' Turning Pages, Opening Doors 'This is a lovely read, it drew me right in and I cared about everyone, even annoying mother-in-laws!' Jo's Book Journey 'A charming Christmas story that delivers a message of hope and forgiveness, not only for the holidays, but any day!' Angry Grey Cat Reads

Puffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming new reillustrated edition of The Railway Children. When Father is taken away unexpectedly, Roberta, Peter, Phyllis and their mother have to leave their comfortable life in London to go and live in a small cottage in the country. The children seek solace in the nearby railway station, and make friends with Perks the Porter and the Station Master himself. Each day, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis run down the field to the railway track and wave at the passing London train, sending their love to Father. Little do they know that the kindly old gentleman passenger who waves back holds the key to their father's disappearance. One of the best-loved classics of all time, with a wonderful introduction by Jacqueline Wilson.

Escape to the Cotswolds and The Cosy Kettle Café this summer—where new beginnings and sweet treats await… After her husband's affair, Flora finds solace in her beloved café: The Cosy Kettle, serving up cream teas and berry-filled desserts to her welcoming village community. She soon finds new lodgings at Starlight Cottage, where she bonds with eccentric Luna and her quiet, handsome son, widower Daniel. Sharing walks in the blossom-scented woods, the two both begin to heal and the promise of romance blooms. But when Flora launches a village baking competition, hoping to unite Honeyford, Daniel's guarded silences leave her questioning his feelings—and when rivalries rise over who'll bake the perfect Victoria sponge, Flora wonders if she's bitten off more than she can chew. Charming, uplifting, and deliciously feel-good, 'The Cosy Kettle Café' is perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Debbie Johnson and Jenny Colgan.

Pre-Order the Brand NEW book from bestselling author Lizzie Lane's Cottage Hospital series Times are changing as secrets unfold... Somerset, 1931 Doctor Frances Brakespeare continues to settle into her new life in rural Somerset at Orchard Cottage Hospital, striving to improve the medical treatments on offer to the community. After successfully establishing a mother and baby clinic, Frances is determined to move with the times and add family planning advice to her roster - but are the residents of Norton Dene ready for such progress or will she face opposition? In her personal life, her relationship with the Reverend Gregory Sampson becomes her safe haven whilst battling with an embittered family relative in London. As always, Frances strives to honour the values inherited from her late benefactress Izzy Brakespeare. As further dark family secrets and sins unfold, it seems the Brakespeare family name will have more resonance to Frances than she ever imagined and when a stranger enters her life, Frances may finally have the answers she has always sought.Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Fenella Miller and Patricia McBride. If you love this, try Lizzie's Tobacco Girls and Coronation Close series Praise for Lizzie Lane: 'An absorbing and fascinating read that kept me turning the pages until the early hours. Simply wonderful.' - Tracy Baines 'What a fantastic, unforgettable new series by the fabulous Lizzie Lane. I loved it!' - AnneMarie Brear 'Lizzie Lane has done it again! Fantastic writing, beautifully drawn characters and wonderful plotlines! What's not to love?' - Rachel Brimble 'A gripping saga and a storyline that will keep you hooked' - Rosie Goodwin 'A heartwarming tale of love and friendship and a must-read for all saga fans' - Jean Fullerton 'If you want an exciting, authentic historical saga then look no further than Lizzie Lane' - Fenella J Miller 'I thoroughly enjoyed reading 'A New Doctor At Orchard Cottage Hospital' and I wholeheartedly recommend this book to other readers. I will certainly be reading more of Lizzie's work in the future' - Ginger Book Geek 'Such a delight to read and by the end I felt invested in every character. Strong women and gorgeous men, combined with some brilliantly written baddies made it a perfect read. I'll be eagerly waiting for the next instalment' - Reader Review 'This is a heartwarming read, with some endearing characters (and some not so!) and in such an idyllic setting, I could completely visualise the setting' - Reader Review ' i didn't want it to end I'm hoping there would be a follow on as I'd like to find out more' - Reader Review

Wren has tried to shelter her only son from the tumult of the world. Now she's about to find sanctuary . . . in the last place she ever expected. In tiny Cottage Cover, on the coast of Maine, Wren Evans is raising her gifted son, Charlie. A single mom, she's fought hard to give Charlie a stable, secure home life. When a prestigious music academy in Boston expresses interest in Charlie's talent, Wren is willing to move them again to make his dreams come true. But Wren doesn't know that Charlie has been praying for her. And the answer to her son's prayers will change both of their lives. As Wren plans their move to Boston, life in Maine begins to fall apart. Her job is threatened with budget cuts, and Wren's grandmother, Ruth, arrives unannounced, with an outlandish request. Ruth wants the family gathered together one last time, at the summer home where, years before, an accident shattered Wren's peaceful childhood. In the tumult, Wren finds a friend in a handsome, kind-hearted local, Paul Callahan. When the family gathers in Cottage Cover, old wounds will be healed, new love will blossom, and the innocent prayers of a child will be answered in a most unexpected way.

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! “The beach-read master hooks us again."—People Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2023 by BuzzFeed ∙ Paste Magazine ∙ Elle ∙ Southern Living ∙ SheReads ∙ Culturess ∙ Medium ∙ Her Campus ∙ Readers Digest ∙ Zibby Mag and more! A couple who broke up months ago pretend to still be together for their annual weeklong vacation with their best friends in this glittering and wise new novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. Harriet and Wyn have been the perfect couple since they met in college—they go together like salt and pepper, honey and tea, lobster and rolls. Except, now—for reasons they’re still not discussing—they don’t. They broke up five months ago. And still haven’t told their best friends. Which is how they find themselves sharing a bedroom at the Maine cottage that has been their friend group’s yearly getaway for the last decade. Their annual respite from the world, where for one vibrant, blissful week they leave behind their daily lives; have copious amounts of cheese, wine, and seafood; and soak up the salty coastal air with the people who understand them most. Only this year, Harriet and Wyn are lying through their teeth while trying not to notice how desperately they still want each other. Because the cottage is for sale and this is the last week they’ll all have together in this place. They can’t stand to break their friends’ hearts, and so they’ll play their parts. Harriet will be the driven surgical resident who never starts a fight, and Wyn will be the laid-back charmer who never lets the cracks show. It’s a flawless plan (if you look at it from a great distance and through a pair of sunscreen-smeared sunglasses). After years of being in love, how hard can it be to fake it for one week…in front of those who know you best?

Welcome to the Hundred Acre Woods! This cozy board book introduces young children to the timeless, classic world of Winnie-the-Pooh , and some of its original stories. Follow Pooh as he visits a friend, gets stuck along the way, and needs the help of his friends to get unstuck! Great gift for babies and toddlers just discovering Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their world. Once Upon a Cottage stories are just right for toddlers and preschoolers to read and enjoy classic tales. The book size and sturdy board pages make this picture book ideal to read over and over again. Board book pages are just right for even the littlest "readers." A.A. Milne's classic Winnie-the-Pooh stories distilled into stories for babies and toddlers. Charming new illustrations bring Winnie-the-Pooh and friends to life for new readers. Casebound board book sturdy pages and small size are perfect to take on the go. A keepsake for generations!

Never kiss a villain - selbst wenn es noch so verführerisch scheint Im ersten Band von Andreas Dutters queerem New-Adult-Duett Love Studies trifft der Überflieger-Doktorand Quentin auf den attraktiven Massimo, der ihm in mehrfacher Hinsicht gefährlich werden könnte ... Der 24-jährige Überflieger Quentin Wallace ist überglücklich, weil er zusammen mit einem anderen jungen Doktoranden ein besonderes Stipendium ergattert hat: Die beiden dürfen im zauberhaften Obsidian Hill Cottage in Glasgow wohnen, das der Uni vermacht wurde. Außerdem erben sie ein Vermögen - falls sie ihren Doktortitel in der vorgegebenen Zeit erwerben. Für Quentin, der als Vollwaise sein Geschichtsstudium mit diversen Nebenjobs finanzieren musste, ist das Erbe die Chance seines Lebens. Er muss sich unter allen Umständen auf seinen Doktortitel konzentrieren - nur das ist leichter gesagt als getan. Denn der gutaussehende Massimo tritt in sein Leben und lässt nicht locker, bis er Quentin erst zu einem, dann zu immer weiteren Dates überredet hat. Bald merkt Quentin, dass er viel zu oft an Massimo denkt statt an seine Bücher. Er kann nicht ahnen, dass Massimo ebenfalls ein ehrgeiziges Ziel verfolgt ... Eine queere Rivals-to-Lovers-Liebesgeschichte von Own-Voice-Autor Andreas Dutter um liebenswerte Nerds an der Uni in Glasgow, die brillant sind in dem, was sie tun, nur vielleicht in Sachen Liebe noch ein wenig Nachhilfe brauchen ... Romantisch und mitreißend! In Never Date Your Enemy - dem 2. Liebesroman der New-Adult-Reihe Love Studies - muss Quentins Mitbewohner Cormac mehr als eine schwierige Entscheidung treffen.

She was looking for quiet. She found them instead. Step into the Cozyverse in this cosy, autumnal, 'why choose' romance from Emilia Emerson. . . -- Starlight Grove needs a new Lighthouse Keeper and Olive Autumn Harvest needs a fresh start. Preferably one with as much solitude as possible. So, her new job and isolated ocean cottage is perfect?except for the eccentric, meddling townspeople, and the cat who's adopted her. When the town wins a grant for lighthouse restoration, Olive is forced to let the contractors into her space...a company comprised of three hot alphas: Easton, her golden retriever stalker. Lars, the steady, protective viking. And Finn, who's hiding a pain that matches her own. Suddenly, these guys are everywhere?and they're completely unfazed by Olive's prickly personality as they try to care for her, protect her, and court her. But everyone in this relationship is holding on to secrets... and it might not just be the lighthouse that needs restoration. Tropes: Omegaverse Why-choose romance Small town Seasonal Cozy

Raus aus New York und zurück zu den Wurzeln der Vergangenheit . Einfühlsam und hochromantisch entführt Elle Ellis ihre Leser*innen auf eine abgelegene Atlantikinsel und erzählt eine Liebesgeschichte, die jedes Herz zum Schmelzen bringt. Hektik, Lärm, Trubel - das Leben in New York lässt Autumn kaum Luft zum Atmen. Als ihre Granny stirbt, ergreift sie die Chance, um alles hinter sich zu lassen und ins nun verwaiste Cottage auf Cosy Island zu reisen, einer kleinen Insel mitten im Atlantik. Dort angekommen ist sie überwältigt von der Schönheit des Ferienorts und fühlt sich auf Anhieb heimisch, nicht zuletzt, weil ihr der charmante Surfschullehrer Sam von der ersten Sekunde an den Kopf verdreht. Er hilft Autumn, sich in ihrer neuen Umgebung einzufinden, und sorgt dafür, dass sie langsam erkennt, was wirklich im Leben zählt. Doch dann stößt Autumn auf eine Reihe von Geheimnissen, die sie vor große Entscheidungen stellen . Persönliche Leseempfehlung von Marie, bekannt durch ihren Blog @mariesliteratur: »Elle Ellis hat mitAutumn In Your Eyeseine Geschichte geschrieben, die sich anfühlt wie der allerschönste Kurzurlaub - mit den wundervollsten Charakteren, ganz vielen Gefühlen und genau der richtigen Mischung aus Gemütlichkeit & Tiefe. Was will man mehr?« . Dies ist der erste Band der gefühlvollen Slow-Burn-Romance-Reihe »Cosy Island«. Alle Bände der New-Adult-Serie bei Impress: . -- Autumn In Your Eyes (Cosy Island 1) -- Spring In Your Heart (Cosy Island 2) -- Summer In Your Dreams (Cosy Island 3) -- Winter In Your Soul (Cosy Island 4)// Elle Ellis zählt mit über 20.000 Abonnent*innen zu den bekanntesten Buchbloggerinnen Deutschlands und begeistert ihre Follower*innen mit ihrer Liebe zu Büchern. Auf ihrem Instagram-Account @thebookelle schreibt sie über Geschichten, die sie bewegen, über ihre Katzen, die ihr in jeder Lebenslage ein Lächeln ins Gesicht zaubern, und über Eiskaffee, der beim Lesen einfach nicht fehlen darf.

Kate Chopin's riveting, daring story of one woman's search for personal freedom was so far ahead of its time that its publication in 1899 aroused a storm of controversy violent enough to end its author's career. With an effortless, sure-handed artistry, Chopin tells the story of Edna Pontellier, a young mother and model wife, whose romantic involvement with a young man during a vacation at a seaside resort allows her for the first time to imagine a new, freer life. Upon her return to New Orleans, Edna leaves her husband's home for her own cottage and begins an affair, only to discover that the constraints of social custom may be more powerful than she thought. Contemporary readers and reviewers were shocked by the frank, unapologetic treatment of adultery in The Awakening. The fact that we have the book at all is the most convincing tribute to its enduring, irrepressible power. Introduction by Elaine Showalter (Book Jacket Status: Not Jacketed)

Clara and Robert Hatrell lead an ideal life with their young daughter Daisy in a beautiful old fashioned cottage on the banks of the Thames. When his son Cyril goes away to school their friend and neighbor Ambrose Arden who is a notable scholar offers to tutor Daisy. Some time later Robert carrying a large amount in banknotes is found stabbed to death in a London rooming house supposedly lured there by the mention of someone called Toinette. The murderer is not found and the money trail implicates a Frenchwoman exchanging the notes in Cannes, Nice and Paris. As the story progresses we are taken to Paris where new characters are introduced. Will one of them lead us to the actual villain ?

With his lordship's mental health failing, management of his grand country estate has been assigned to a group of trustees, including land agent Matthew Rowsley and his wife Harriet. But the smooth running of Thorncroft House is disrupted by a series of unforeseen events. Building work on the estate workers' new cottages is halted by the discovery of Roman remains. The family butler is brutally assaulted and left for dead. Matters take an even more disturbing turn when Lord Croft's long-lost cousin, Julius Trescothick, arrives from Australia. But is he who he claims to be? If they are to preserve Thorncroft House, Matthew and Harriet must uncover the truth behind Trescothick's identity and solve a series of interlocking mysteries.

At the end of Hawthorn Close there is a charming park which boasts two magnificent magnolia trees, and an assortment of houses and units. Several new occupants are moving into the neighbourhood and will live in units fronting the park, built and managed by a charity for people needing a home for a while. Amongst them are Brett, 18, an orphan just out of the foster child system; Carla, who is escaping an abusive ex-partner; and Matthew Woodley, a widower whose house has burnt down while he was in hospital. From the cottages and farms to the local shop, pub and old manor house, residents' lives are set to intertwine, relationships bloom, and both romance and heartache lie ahead.

Welcome to the Hundred Acre Woods! This cozy board book introduces young children to the timeless, classic world of Winnie-the-Pooh , and some of its original stories. Follow Pooh as he visits a friend, gets stuck along the way, and needs the help of his friends to get unstuck! Great gift for babies and toddlers just discovering Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their world. Once Upon a Cottage stories are just right for toddlers and preschoolers to read and enjoy classic tales. The book size and sturdy board pages make this picture book ideal to read over and over again. Board book pages are just right for even the littlest "readers." A.A. Milne's classic Winnie-the-Pooh stories distilled into stories for babies and toddlers. Charming new illustrations bring Winnie-the-Pooh and friends to life for new readers. Casebound board book sturdy pages and small size are perfect to take on the go. A keepsake for generations!

A glittering trip back in time to the 1920s! In a little cottage on the edge of the grand Somerset Estate, Mona lives with her aunt - a dressmaker to the lady of the house. Life on the edge of the Somerset Estate means that Mona knows she will never have a life full of beautiful clothes and riches. But soon, that will all change . . . When Lady Somerset dies and a new member of the family inherits the house, Mona is propelled into a life of razzle-dazzle parties, new Bohemian friends and wonderful trips to London. However, even with these changes Mona discovers that she cannot dance away from her past. A sparkling, glamorous story where history is brought to life for children like never before, from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson. 'Wild glamour, class conflict, buried secrets and a cameo appearance by Hetty Feather are all delivered with Wilson's inimitable, intensely readable flair, interspersed with Nick Sharratt's cheery illustrations' - The Guardian

"The Summer Seekers is the ultimate road trip book."-Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author Get swept into a summer of sunshine, soul-searching and shameless matchmaking with this delightfully bighearted road-trip adventure by USA TODAY bestselling author Sarah Morgan! Kathleen is eighty years old. After she has a run-in with an intruder, her daughter wants her to move into a residential home. But she's not having any of it. What she craves-what she needs-is adventure. Liza is drowning in the daily stress of family life. The last thing she needs is her mother jetting off on a wild holiday, making Liza long for a solo summer of her own. Martha is having a quarter-life crisis. Unemployed, unloved and uninspired, she just can't get her life together. But she knows something has to change. When Martha sees Kathleen's advertisement for a driver and companion to share an epic road trip across America with, she decides this job might be the answer to her prayers. She's not the world's best driver, but anything has to be better than living with her parents. And traveling with a stranger? No problem. Anyway, how much trouble can one eighty-year-old woman be? As these women embark on the journey of a lifetime, they all discover it's never too late to start over… Find out what happens when a career-driven woman exchanges her briefcase for a Christmas-kissed cottage in USA Today bestselling author Sarah Morgan's heartwarming story, The Holiday Cottage! More captivating stories by Sarah Morgan: The Holiday Cottage The Summer Swap The Book Club Hotel The Island Villa Snowed In For Christmas

In this delightful three-book cosy mystery trilogy, secrets simmer beneath thatched roofs and ivy-clad cottages. With eccentric neighbours, buried grudges, and clues hidden in plain sight, the truth must be untangled one whispered rumour at a time. Perfect for fans of charming English villages, clever twists, and murder served with a slice of homemade cake. "Wonderfully woven stories set in the delightful village of Sixpenny Cross, with plenty of twists and turns to keep one gripped." "Another triumph from New York Times bestselling author, Victoria Twead." "Some authors just have the knack of getting it right, don't they?" Books included: A is for Abigail B is for Bella C is for the Captain

Pre-order the gripping new pyschological thriller by bestselling author J.A.Baker! Prepare to be hoooked!I am safe here, in my cottage in the woods where no one knows me or my real name. Here all is peaceful and calm and the real world can't hurt me - because I know how cruel it can be. But then I see here again and her pale, white face. Watching me. Taunting me. And then the notes appear. I know who you really are... I know what you did...My mind in whirl I don't know what to do. Now the walls of my cottage feel like a prison. The peaceful woods around me feel like a maze that will trap me forever. Who is this woman? And what does she want? And can she possibly know what happened during that boiling hot summer of 1976 when I made my terrible mistake. And if so, how?So many questions paralysing me with fear. One thing I do know. She must be stopped. Don't miss the brand-new thriller by J.A. Baker! Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, Valerie Keogh and K.L. Slater. What people are saying about J.A. Baker... 'Superbly written with a cast of crazy characters who will make you look differently at your co-workers from now on.' Bestselling author Valerie Keogh 'Fast-paced, riveting thriller. Gripped until the last page!' Bestselling author Diana Wilkinson 'A twisty, creepy story expertly told. Perfect for reading on dark winter evenings...with the doors double-locked and bolted. Highly recommended!' Bestselling author** Amanda James**