“Tense; twisty, fraught with emotion and packed with secrets, The Couple at Number 9 is Claire’s best thriller yet.”—Gilly MacMillan, bestselling author of What She Knew The internationally bestselling author of Do Not Disturb and Just Like the Other Girls delivers a heart-pounding psychological thriller about a couple who inherit what seems to be their dream home, until they make a horrifying discovery—and the danger begins. The Victims . . . When pregnant Saffron Cutler moves into 9 Skelton Place with boyfriend Tom and sets about renovations, the last thing she expects is builders uncovering human remains. The remains of two bodies, in fact. The Investigation . . . Forensics indicate the bodies have been buried at least thirty years. Saffy has nothing to worry about—until the police launch a murder inquiry and ask to speak to the cottage’s former owner. Her grandmother, Rose. The Witness . . . Rose is in a nursing home and Alzheimer’s means her memory is increasingly confused. She can’t help the police, but its’ clear she remembers something. The Killer . . . As Rose’s fragmented memories resurface, and the police dig ever deeper, Saffy fears she and the cottage are being watched. The Truth . . . What happened thirty years ago? Why did no one miss the victims? What part did her grandmother play? And is Saffy now in danger? Don’t miss these other psychological thrillers from Claire Douglas The New Neighbors The Wrong Sister The Woman Who Lied The Girls Who Disappeared Just Like the Other Girls Then She Vanishes Do Not Disturb Last Seen Alive Local Girl Missing The Sisters

Wooden wagon planter adds mobile planting space and rustic charm to patios, gardens, and backyards. Built from durable fir wood with a smooth finish, it features two deep planting areas to help organize flowers, herbs, or greenery while keeping them easy to reach. Metal wheels roll smoothly across common outdoor surfaces, and the front pull handle makes repositioning simple when you need more sun, shade, or a new look. Delivers 2 deep planting areas to separate flowers, herbs, or greenery for cleaner layouts Moves easily on 4 metal wheels for quick repositioning on patio, yard, or garden paths Handles smoothly with a front pull handle for controlled steering and flexible placement Supports outdoor use with fir wood and sturdy screw connections for a stable frame Includes hardware and instructions for straightforward assembly; wipes clean with a damp cloth Use this decorative garden cart planter to refresh outdoor décor without rearranging heavy pots. The antique-style barrel look complements rustic, farmhouse, and cottage landscaping, while the raised cart format helps keep plantings tidy and easier to manage. Place it near an entryway, along a walkway, or on a balcony to create a movable focal point that can follow the season. Grab yours today and set up a rolling display for your favorite plants. Specifications Materials: Fir wood, metal Overall dimensions: 62 x 34 x 60 cm (L x W x H) Net weight: 2 kg Weight capacity: 20 kg Colors: Red / Brown / Grey / Blue Package includes: 1 x garden planter wagon, 1 x instruction manual

"An ancient witch explores the thrills-and perils-of online dating with hilarity and heart in a charming rom-com perfect for fans of cozy fantasy and witchy romance. Meet Thorn Scarhart, a thirty-nine-year-old witch who's having trouble finding love in the 17th century. Despite the local matchmaker's efforts and Thorn's arsenal of powerful love potions, she has yet to fall in love. After the disappearance of her sister and the loss of her mother, Thorn was too caught up in...well, life, to focus on dating. Now, she fears she may have missed her chance. But, when one of her potion brews backfires spectacularly, Thorn is hurled 350 years into the future, landing in a bustling city where her once-isolated cottage is now a historical museum. While this unexpected leap through time may seem daunting, modern life does have its perks: indoor plumbing, electric kettles, and the world of online dating. At thirty-nine, the odds may not be perfect, but at least they're not impossible. With the help of the museum's new curator-and her charming veterinarian brother-Thorn dives headfirst into the 21st-century dating scene. And as she searches for romance, she might also find herself along the way. An Ancient Witch's Guide to Modern Dating is a delightful mix of humor, heart, and a sprinkle of magic. Cozy fantasy lovers will adore this enchanting rom-com, which is a must-read for fans of Sangu Mandanna's The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches and Erin Sterling's The Ex Hex"-- Provided by publisher.

The epic #1 New York Times bestselling love story that spans decades and continents as two people at a crossroads—one from North Carolina and one from Zimbabwe—experience the transcendence and heartbreak of true love. Hope Anderson has some important choices to make. At thirty-six, she’s been dating her boyfriend, an orthopedic surgeon, for six years. With no wedding plans in sight, and her father recently diagnosed with ALS, she decides to use a week at her family’s cottage in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, to ready the house for sale and mull over some difficult decisions about her future. Tru Walls has never visited North Carolina but is summoned to Sunset Beach by a letter from a man claiming to be his father. A safari guide, born and raised in Zimbabwe, Tru hopes to unravel some of the mysteries surrounding his mother’s early life and recapture memories lost with her death. When the two strangers cross paths, their connection is as electric as it is unfathomable ... but in the immersive days that follow, their feelings for each other will give way to choices that pit family duty against personal happiness in devastating ways. Illuminating heartbreaking regrets and enduring hope, Every Breath explores the many facets of love that lay claim to our deepest loyalties while asking a life-changing question: How long can a dream survive? “[A] thoughtfully researched and spellbinding story of love that defies time, a tale both heartbreaking and heartwarming.” ―Booklist “What makes Every Breath rise above ... is its unpredictability and strong character development.”―USA Today

I thoroughly enjoyed this intriguing mystery set in a beautiful location with deliciously menacing undercurrents.' Frances EveshamIt was meant to be a safe place to start again...In need of an escape from her failing marriage, Nia agrees to house-sit her aunt's cottage on the Isle of Wight. She feels sure the cosy close in a quaint harbour town will be a safe place to hide and figure out what to do next.But things are not all as they seem in the close, and the neighbours who welcome her with open arms, are keeping secrets. When Nia finds the body of one of her new friends lying on the beach, she feels sickeningly sure that the killer is dangerously near to home.Who killed her friend and why did she have to die? And if Nia discovers the answers she's looking for, is she next on their hit list? Good neighbours may become good friends, but they can also make deadly enemies... Mary Grand's intricate psychological mysteries are perfect for fans of Claire Douglas, Lucy Foley and Agatha Christie.What readers are saying about Mary Grand:'Truly a great puzzler with a superb ending! I HIGHLY Recommend!!!' 'Wow I'm so so impressed it had me gripped start to finish and I couldn't put it down. I completed within 1 night and such a page turner' 'So many twists and turns to keep the reader guessing to the very end. An excellent read.' 'Brilliant if you love psychological thrillers like me.' 'A sinister "whodunit" that is not your typical police procedural.

On a sunny summer's day, the author Harriette was hunting for motifs with her camera in her own garden. There are sun worshippers, a snail rock, the pottery and even a rain forest with a waterfall.These and other motifs, which are not to be taken too seriously, provide good mood month after month. CALVENDO offers a large selection of photo calendars for a wide range of topics. Just pick and choose a family planner that fits your kitchen! Our beautiful calendars are also perfect gifts for friends and family. 14 Pages Including 1 Cover | 12 Months Featuring Beautiful Images (Top of Page) and Big Dated Grid for Notes (Below Image) | 1 Index Page | Size Closed: 12 x 12 Inch, Opened: 12 x 24 Inch This calendar was re-released this year with the same images and new dates. Illustrations:January: The turtle farm February: The beehive March: The garden cottage April: The swimming pool May: The pottery June: The lighthouse July: The iron water fall August: The sun worshipper September: The rain forest October: Halloween corner November: The snail rock December: The parking site LOTS OF SPACE – Big calendar grid for notes, appointments and to dos. Organising made easy! HANDY – Size closed: 12 x 12 Inch, opened: 12 x 24 Inch, days in five languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and Italian. BEAUTIFUL IMAGES – This planner is not only ideal for planning everyday life but also adorns your home. Perfect also for gifting! WORKS WITH ANY PEN – Use ballpoint pens, pencils or sharpies. Funny pictures from a summer garden., author: wkbilder

'Once upon a time in mid-winter, when the snowflakes were falling from the sky like down, a queen was sitting and sewing at a window ...' The tales gathered by the Grimm brothers are at once familiar, fantastic, homely, and frightening. They seem to belong to no time, or to some distant feudal age of fairytale imagining. Grand palaces, humble cottages, and the forest full of menace are their settings; and they are peopled by kings and princesses, witches and robbers, millers and golden birds, stepmothers and talking frogs. Regarded from their inception both as uncosy nursery stories and as raw material for the folklorist the tales were in fact compositions, collected from literate tellers and shaped into a distinctive kind of literature. This new translation mirrors the apparent artlessness of the Grimms, and fully represents the range of less well-known fables, morality tales, and comic stories as well as the classic tales. It takes the stories back to their roots in German Romanticism and includes variant stories and tales that were deemed unsuitable for children. In her fascinating introduction, Joyce Crick explores their origins, and their literary evolution at the hands of the Grimms. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

The epic #1 New York Times bestselling love story that spans decades and continents as two people at a crossroads—one from North Carolina and one from Zimbabwe—experience the transcendence and heartbreak of true love. Hope Anderson has some important choices to make. At thirty-six, she’s been dating her boyfriend, an orthopedic surgeon, for six years. With no wedding plans in sight, and her father recently diagnosed with ALS, she decides to use a week at her family’s cottage in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, to ready the house for sale and mull over some difficult decisions about her future. Tru Walls has never visited North Carolina but is summoned to Sunset Beach by a letter from a man claiming to be his father. A safari guide, born and raised in Zimbabwe, Tru hopes to unravel some of the mysteries surrounding his mother’s early life and recapture memories lost with her death. When the two strangers cross paths, their connection is as electric as it is unfathomable ... but in the immersive days that follow, their feelings for each other will give way to choices that pit family duty against personal happiness in devastating ways. Illuminating heartbreaking regrets and enduring hope, Every Breath explores the many facets of love that lay claim to our deepest loyalties while asking a life-changing question: How long can a dream survive? “[A] thoughtfully researched and spellbinding story of love that defies time, a tale both heartbreaking and heartwarming.” ―Booklist “What makes Every Breath rise above ... is its unpredictability and strong character development.”―USA Today

No sooner has June settled into her aunt's house in Lower Foxdale than tragedy strikes: her retired neighbour, Professor Leighton, is found dead at the bottom of his staircase. The police suspect a tragic accident, but June has her doubts. Just before his death, the professor confided in her about a significant discovery he intended to keep secret. As June investigates, she uncovers clues pointing to a long-lost, immensely valuable book. But she's not the only one searching - a mysterious figure in a monk's robe attacks her before she can make a discovery. Has she just come face to face with a killer? Together with fellow bookshop owner Pomona and the charming Rufus Whalley, June is determined to unravel the mystery no matter the personal danger. About the series: Wondrous gardens, stunning countryside and mystical places are the crowning glories of Somerset. When young Londoner June inherits her aunt's idyllic cottage and bookshop, she is taken by the county's charms and sees the perfect chance for a fresh start. But even in this peaceful corner of southern England, dark secrets lie hidden beneath the surface, and murderous crimes crop up... Fortunately, June isn't alone. Always ready to help are her new friends, Pomona, with her love of tarot cards and all things mystical, and the knowledgeable antiquarian, Rufus Whalley. And then there's the rather attractive Detective Sergeant Sean Darcy, whose involvement in the cases soon becomes more than just professional. About the author: Dorothea Stiller fell in love with British mystery novels long before she ever set foot in England. Raised in Germany, she shared her grandmother's affinity for detective stories and soon began writing her own. Her passion for cosy mysteries and her fondness of village life now come together in the Somerset Mysteries series. When she's not plotting new adventures for her characters, Dorothea enjoys spending time with her husband and two teenage children or exploring English bookshops and gardens. At home, she can often be found in her small, messy garden, or curled up on the sofa with her cat, a crochet project, and a cup of tea in a bone-china mug from her ever-growing collection.

"Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the Lennon and McCartney of children's publishing" Sunday Times This fabulous picture book from superstar author and illustrator Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is a riot of slapstick fun and silliness. The Baddies are the meanest, nastiest ghost, witch and troll in the land. They just adore being bad, and fight over who is the worst. When a little girl moves into a nearby cottage, the Baddies can't wait to scare her out of her wits. But the little girl quickly shows them that you don't have to be big to be brave, and baddies don't always win. A brilliant paperback edition for new and old fans alike Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot Julia and Axel are the team that have created picture book favourites such as The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Zog and The Smeds and The Smoos - all of which have been made into animated films premiering on BBC1 Christmas Day The animated film of The Scarecrows' Wedding stars voice artists including Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey, The Trip) voicing Reginald Rake, Jessie Buckley (Wicked Little Letters, Wild Rose) as Betty O'Barley, Domhnall Gleeson (About Time, Alice and Jack) as Harry O'Hay, all led by Sophie Okonedo (Slow Horses, Hotel Rwanda) as the Narrator. More praise for The Baddies: '[The Baddies] is every bit as charming and wonderful and funny as you'd imagine' Nihal Arthanyake, BBC Radio 5 Live 'A mean ghost, witch and troll try, yet hilariously fail, to frighten a girl in this brilliant new tale from the superstar picture book duo' The Bookseller 'Keeps little ones grinning and guffawing from the first colour-soaked page to the last hilarious line of this fresh, funny and exuberant rhyming story ... With Donaldson's heartwarming, inspirational messages about being brave and standing up to bullies, a wise and enchanting story in a rhyme perfectly created for reading aloud, and Scheffler's stunning and richly detailed illustrations providing lots to spot on every page, this is a creative partnership made in children's reading heaven!' Lancashire Evening Post

No sooner has June settled into her aunt's house in Lower Foxdale than tragedy strikes: her retired neighbour, Professor Leighton, is found dead at the bottom of his staircase. The police suspect a tragic accident, but June has her doubts. Just before his death, the professor confided in her about a significant discovery he intended to keep secret. As June investigates, she uncovers clues pointing to a long-lost, immensely valuable book. But she's not the only one searching - a mysterious figure in a monk's robe attacks her before she can make a discovery. Has she just come face to face with a killer? Together with fellow bookshop owner Pomona and the charming Rufus Whalley, June is determined to unravel the mystery no matter the personal danger. About the series: Wondrous gardens, stunning countryside and mystical places are the crowning glories of Somerset. When young Londoner June inherits her aunt's idyllic cottage and bookshop, she is taken by the county's charms and sees the perfect chance for a fresh start. But even in this peaceful corner of southern England, dark secrets lie hidden beneath the surface, and murderous crimes crop up... Fortunately, June isn't alone. Always ready to help are her new friends, Pomona, with her love of tarot cards and all things mystical, and the knowledgeable antiquarian, Rufus Whalley. And then there's the rather attractive Detective Sergeant Sean Darcy, whose involvement in the cases soon becomes more than just professional. About the author: Dorothea Stiller fell in love with British mystery novels long before she ever set foot in England. Raised in Germany, she shared her grandmother's affinity for detective stories and soon began writing her own. Her passion for cosy mysteries and her fondness of village life now come together in the Somerset Mysteries series. When she's not plotting new adventures for her characters, Dorothea enjoys spending time with her husband and two teenage children or exploring English bookshops and gardens. At home, she can often be found in her small, messy garden, or curled up on the sofa with her cat, a crochet project, and a cup of tea in a bone-china mug from her ever-growing collection.

Life-affirming, joyful and tender. Beth Moran has written the perfect Christmas story to brighten up even the darkest Winter's evening.' Zoe Folbigg, author of The Note When Jenny inherits her estranged grandmother's cottage in Sherwood Forest, she has nothing to lose - no money, no job, no friends, no family to speak of, and zero self-respect. Things can only get better... Her grumpy, but decidedly handsome new neighbour, Mack, has a habit of bestowing unsolicited good deeds on her. And when Jenny is welcomed into a rather unusual book club, life seems to finally be getting more interesting. Instead of reading, the members pledge to complete individual challenges before Christmas: from finding new love, learning to bake, to completing a daredevil bucket list. Jenny can't resist joining in, and soon a year of friendship and laughter, tears and regrets unfolds in the most unexpected ways. Warm, wise, funny and utterly uplifting, what one thing would you change in your life before Christmas comes around? Praise for Beth Moran 'Every day is a perfect day to read this heartwarming Christmas gem' Shari Low 'A British author to watch.' Publisher's Weekly 'A wonderfully warm-hearted story full of love and laughter.' Victoria Connelly, bestselling author of the Austen Addicts series What readers are saying about Christmas Every Day: ' Beth has crafted a compelling story with a wonderful supporting cast and some genuine heartfelt moments.' 'Couldn't put this book down, such an enjoyable read!' 'I LOVED how unique the storyline was, and I adored how every little path came together to create a storyline that was full of multiple, beautiful journeys all incased under one umbrella: hope.' 'Engaging and witty from the very beginning, there was a real freshness to this story which made it stand out.' 'This is a humorous book that has some of the most delightful characters I have ever met. It is warm, inviting and a whole lot of fun from beginning to end.' 'I could have never ever dreamt that something with the sweetest cover would play such a game with me.' 'This beautiful story by author Beth Moran was what I would call a home. It took me into its loving arms and made me feel as if I belonged in its pages.

Discover the BRAND NEW gripping psychological thriller from the INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING author of The House Sitter, Keri Beevis Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Claire McGowan and Lisa Jewell! Some friendships - and secrets - should stay buried forever... Everyone said a change of scenery would help after my divorce. That's how I found my perfect little cottage on Willow Lane, in the postcard-pretty Norfolk village of Blakeney. Number 21 was meant to be my fresh start. Then I met Hope Andrews. Hope is Blakeney's unspoken secret. Twenty years ago, three teenagers went into the woods. One was found dead. One vanished without a trace. Hope was the only one who came home. I didn't plan to get close to her. I was new to Willow Lane. And we both seemed to need a friend. As Hope begins to confide in me, her fear that her attacker never left the area appears to feel real, and as strange things start happening at Number 21, those fears become my nightmare. Now I'm looking over my shoulder. Someone here knows the truth about what happened in those woods and I'm starting to realise Willow Lane isn't the safe haven I was searching for. Praise for Keri Beevis: 'Another winner from Ms Beevis. A gripping story with plenty of twists and turns' - J.A. Baker 'From the start I was glued - a cracking roller-coaster ride of a story' - Susanna Beard 'Compelling, addictive, fast-paced and chilling. I loved it!' - Amanda Brittany 'A tense, clever and thought-provoking thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish and long afterwards.' - Natasha Boydell 'This is how to write a page turner.'- Valerie Keogh 'Another suspenseful page-turner from this very talented author' - John Nicholl 'Brilliant, chilling, and unputdownable' - Gemma Rogers 'Another gripping fast paced story from the brilliant Keri Beevis.' - Sadie Ryan 'Beevis has created a dark psychological thriller thick with atmosphere. Cleverly woven threads pull together in a heart-stopping conclusion in this satisfyingly clever tale. Highly recommended' - Diane Saxon 'A disturbingly chilling thriller which is completely gripping. The Sleepover is an intense mystery full of clever twists which I didn't see coming' - Alex Stone 'An atmospheric thriller that grips until the last page. Beevis at her best!' - Diana Wilkinson

England is magnificent. And the landscapes and coastlines of its south are particularly attractive. Just think of the white chalk coast of Sussex, the giant circle of Stonehenge, the rugged landscape of Dartmoor or the picturesque coasts in Cornwall. A picture is worth a thousand words. Experience and enjoy breathtaking views of England's magical south month after month all the year round, captured in 13 selected landscape photographs of this enchanting region. High-quality wall calendar with 12 beautiful images. We care about the environment. We avoid overproduction and thus significant amounts of waste as we produce our calendars via print-on-demand in the markets we operate in. This means we can keep our transport routes short and ensure climate-conscious logistical processes. 14 Pages Consisting of 1 Cover | 12 Months | 1 Index Page | Cardboard Spine at the back This calendar was re-released this year with the same images and new dates. Illustrations:January: Seven Sisters at Birling Gap February: Looe Harbour in Cornwall March: Beach at Sennen Cove April: Wistman's Wood May: Stonehenge Circle June: Dartmoor National Park July: Bedruthan Steps August: Beachy Head Lighthouse September: Enys Dodnan Arch at Land's End October: Coastguard Cottages November: Trevose Head Heritage Coast December: Lanhydrock House QUALITY - High-quality photo calendar with 12 beautiful images on light-resistant paper, robust spiral binding with hanger. PERFECT GIFT - calendars for friends and family, for children, all ages and all occasions, from Christmas to birthdays and everything in between. LOTS OF CHOICE - Wall calendars in different sizes (DIN A4 and DIN A3), for any topic and personal taste, featuring photography, painting and illustrations. Magnificent landscapes and picturesque coastlines, author: Christian Horstkötter

England is magnificent. And the landscapes and coastlines of its south are particularly attractive. Just think of the white chalk coast of Sussex, the giant circle of Stonehenge, the rugged landscape of Dartmoor or the picturesque coasts in Cornwall. A picture is worth a thousand words. Experience and enjoy breathtaking views of England's magical south month after month all the year round, captured in 13 selected landscape photographs of this enchanting region. High-quality wall calendar with 12 beautiful images. We care about the environment. We avoid overproduction and thus significant amounts of waste as we produce our calendars via print-on-demand in the markets we operate in. This means we can keep our transport routes short and ensure climate-conscious logistical processes. 14 Pages Consisting of 1 Cover | 12 Months | 1 Index Page | Cardboard Spine at the back This calendar was re-released this year with the same images and new dates. Illustrations:January: Seven Sisters at Birling Gap February: Looe Harbour in Cornwall March: Beach at Sennen Cove April: Wistman's Wood May: Stonehenge Circle June: Dartmoor National Park July: Bedruthan Steps August: Beachy Head Lighthouse September: Enys Dodnan Arch at Land's End October: Coastguard Cottages November: Trevose Head Heritage Coast December: Lanhydrock House QUALITY - High-quality photo calendar with 12 beautiful images on light-resistant paper, robust spiral binding with hanger. PERFECT GIFT - calendars for friends and family, for children, all ages and all occasions, from Christmas to birthdays and everything in between. LOTS OF CHOICE - Wall calendars in different sizes (DIN A4 and DIN A3), for any topic and personal taste, featuring photography, painting and illustrations. Magnificent landscapes and picturesque coastlines, author: Christian Horstkötter

THE #2 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A gripping, sinister folktale set in contemporary Cumbria for fans of Sophie Mackintosh, Angela Carter, Daisy Johnson, Margaret Atwood and Julia Armfield 'A new generation of literary horror begins with Lucy Rose' GENEVIEVE JAGGER 'Deliciously dark and shockingly bold. One of my favourite debuts in a long time' KIRSTY LOGAN 'Superbly creepy . . . at heart it's about dysfunctional family dynamics, female rage and empowerment' FINANCIAL TIMES 'An unforgettable, nightmarish tale. I ate it all up' ANNA BOGUTSKAYA A FOLK TALE. A HORROR STORY. A LOVE STORY. AN ENCHANTMENT. Margot and Mama have lived by the forest since Margot can remember. When Margot isn't at school, they spend quiet days together in their cottage, waiting for strangers to knock on their door. Strays, Mama calls them. Mama loves the strays. She feeds them wine, keeps them warm. Then she satisfies her burning appetite by picking apart their bodies. But Mama's want is stronger than her hunger sometimes, and when a white-toothed stray named Eden turns up in the heart of a snowstorm, little Margot must confront the shifting dynamics of her family, untangle her own desires and make a bid for freedom. With this tender coming-of-age tale, debut novelist Lucy Rose explores how women swallow their anger, desire and animal instincts - and wrings the relationship between mother and daughter until blood drips from it. 'Stunning, shocking and surprising at each turn' BENJAMIN MYERS 'A modern Grimm fairytale' SUSAN BARKER 'Dark, poetic, gothic, folky and full of courage and beauty' TIM DOWNIE 'Dear reader, I predict you will be as obsessed as me' ¿ MOLLY AITKEN 'Lucy Rose can certainly write . . . The Lamb grips all the way to an unexpected denouement ' GUARDIAN

For decades, the Campbell women have reunited at the family's rambling seaside cottage known as Beech House to celebrate life's many occasions. But this year, they will be called back to Martha's Vineyard for a celebration of a different sort: their beloved matriarch Cora is getting remarried. And all the town gossips are calling him the one who got away, years ago...For renowned chef Mickey Campbell, this wedding isn't just a welcome excuse to return to the place she first learned to cook at her grandmother's side. It's also a chance to regroup while she figures out a way to tell her smoldering head chef boyfriend that she's mismanaged their restaurant into the red. Mickey's mother, Hedy, is still mourning the passing of her adored father three years earlier, and she isn't sure she's ready to welcome a new man into the fold―and she's not certain her own thorny relationship with her mother will weather the storm of her upcoming marriage. But everyone knows a woman's heart holds more than meets the eye. For Cora, drawing her daughter and granddaughter back to Beech House isn't just about a ceremony, but a chance to reveal a history she has kept close to her heart for decades. As the days leading up to the wedding unfold, secrets of Cora's past come to light-- a secret that will cause three generations of Campbell women to question marriage, motherhood, and ultimately learn to savor the delicious joy of following your own heart. Told in dual timelines on the sumptuous beaches of Martha's Vineyard, OUR PLACE ON THE ISLAND is the sparkling, romantic read of the season.

At a lavish summer party on an English country estate, tensions between social classes lead to deadly consequences that won't stay buried in this twisty, engrossing suspense novel by the author of The Midnight Hour. Even the darkest secrets unravel in time. . . . 2024 Jo O'Mara, a young writer, lands a job working for Mimi Mott, a wealthy style icon and legendary founder of a decorating empire. Newly widowed and in her seventies, Mimi is preparing to auction off her possessions, through them finally telling the story of her early life. Famously private, Mimi has kept her past shrouded in mystery. Jo doesn't dare reveal how closely it touches her own. Tasked with collecting the untold tales behind each auction lot, Jo peels back the layers of Mimi's origin story and discovers it's far darker than anyone ever suspected. 1969: Mimi and her sister, Pamela, live in a cramped, musty staff cottage on the grounds of Rushwood, an idyllic English country estate owned by the Caswell family, their demanding new employer. Working alongside their gardener parents, the girls have been raised with their hands in the soil and know only a traditional, simple life--but spirited Mimi hungers for more. When the Caswells' adult children, Nancy and Lawrence, arrive at Rushwood for the summer, the sisters are drawn into a privileged, intoxicating world, unsettling their own, and passions spark under the blazing sun--until a shattering death at Rushwood's high-society party tears Mimi and Pamela apart. Now time is running out. Jo discovers both a missing auction piece and a missing sister and vows to find them no matter how dark the secret they expose--or the cost to herself.

From design expert—and interior design readers’ favorite—Phoebe Howard, comes a book focused on decorating with beautiful blue color schemes. Coastal Blues is a glorious decor book filled with inspiring images of beach houses, seacoast getaways, vacation cottages, and luxurious seaside manors. “Known for her stunning Southern style.” —Oprah.com “The reigning queen of Southern design.” —USA Today A hardworking how-to-get-the-look book that offers solid interior design and styling advice, Coastal Blues features brand-new, never-before-published projects, with every page reflecting the ease and casual elegance of shoreline living. Chapters include: Sea Glass Coral Reef Deep Ocean Blue Clear Water Indigo Bay Ocean Mist Phoebe Howard shows design lovers how to make coastal style modern, fresh, and very much their own. She writes, “Blue connects us to nature more than any other color. But it also connects us to worlds of possibility. We gaze out at the sea, fantasizing about exotic lands, and stare up at the sky, contemplating the limitless universe. Just like the universe’s unlimited potential, blue knows no bounds. Its variations and versatility are what make it so attractive to so many. Did you know that, statistically speaking, blue is the world’s favorite color?” Working in blue, Phoebe helps you choose wallpaper, furniture fabrics, serving ware, window treatments, and much more. Whether you are decorating or redecorating your beach home, or simply want to bring coastal style to your urban or suburban home, Phoebe’s ideas, beautiful blues, and popular designs will delight you, your family, and your guests. Coastal Blues is the perfect book for a coffee table, but it will be referred to again and again . . . and it makes a great gift book.

"The more I know of the world, the more am I convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. Jane Austen's first published novel, Sense and Sensibility tells the story of two very different sisters as they navigate love, loss, and the constraints of early‑19th‑century English society. Following the death of their father, the Dashwood family—Mrs Dashwood and daughters Elinor, Marianne, and Margaret—is left destitute when their family estate, Norland Park, is inherited by their half-brother, John. They relocate to a modest cottage in Devonshire, where Elinor and Marianne find new friendships and romantic entanglements which bring both happiness and heartbreak. Jane Austen's subtle and witty novel of secrets, lies and seduction brilliantly portrays a world where rigid social convention clashes with the impulses of the heart and explores how each sister's temperament shapes her choices—and how both must grow in order to find happiness. Jane Austen (1775–1817) is one of the most enduring voices in English literature, celebrated for her sharp wit, keen social insight, and unforgettable portrayals of love, class, and character. From Pride and Prejudice to Emma and Mansfield Park, Austen's novels blend humour, romance, and a clear‑eyed understanding of human nature in plots that often explore the dependence of women on marriage for the pursuit of favourable social standing and economic security. Though she published anonymously during her lifetime, Austen's novels have rarely been out of print and have become cornerstones of English Literature. Her sharp observations of class, courtship, and character continue to resonate with audiences worldwide and have inspired countless adaptations across film, television, and theatre.