In this beautiful, full-color celebrity cookbook, discover 100 tasty, simple recipes for unforgettable meals and gatherings from the enormously popular star of the ABC sitcom The Middle and Food Network's Patricia Heaton Parties. A busy working mother raising four boys, Patricia Heaton couldn't be more comfortable playing "America's mom" on hit television shows such as Everybody Loves Raymond and The Middle. Though she may be a Hollywood star today, this down to earth, practical Midwesterner likes to have fun entertaining her loved ones and has never forgotten her roots, which are centered on delicious and doable family meals. Growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland in the 1960s, Patricia's hard-working parents-like the characters she plays on TV-didn't have a lot of extra money. With five kids to raise, extras like movies and restaurant meals were special treats. Home cooked dinners were rib-filling basics-classic American comfort food like meatloaf, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken, pork chops, burgers, fish sticks, and pot roast. Yet her mother didn't let a tight budget stop her from dreaming big, inspired by Julia Child. On her Food Network show Patricia Heaton Parties, Patricia celebrates her culinary beginnings, transforming familiar American fare into delicious, sophisticated, lightened versions for entertaining family and friends. In this fabulous cookbook, Patricia shares her secrets to easy entertaining with budget-friendly, simple, and deeply satisfying recipes. Some will be on the healthier side, and all will be inspired by the dishes she loved growing up, the favorites she's relied on to feed her hungry boys, and the scrumptious showstoppers she serves at her fun-filled, casual parties and get-togethers. Patricia Heaton's Food for Family and Friends features 100 recipes for appetizers, sides, and main dishes, as well as cocktails and "guest goodies"-little treats to send home with your guests, including: Pot Roast and Roasted Root Vegetable Hash with Poached Eggs Bite-Size Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli Quick Bread & Butter Pickles Spaghetti Bolognese Shortcut Paella Winter Corn Chowder with Oyster Crackers Falafel Patties and Tahini Maple Dipping Sauce No-Churn Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Bourbon Pecan Glazed Pound Cake Apple and Cheese Danish Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned Patty's Party Punch Cucumber Mint Mocktail Blueberry Shortbread Cookies Infused Sea Salts DIY Cracker Jack Peppermint Kisses Patricia provides readers with the tools for everything to make it easy to pull it all together with sample menus, kitchen setup, and tips for getting organized. Best of all, she spices it up with hilarious stories, family photos, and anecdotes from her Hollywood career.

In this beautiful, full-color celebrity cookbook, discover 100 tasty, simple recipes for unforgettable meals and gatherings from the enormously popular star of the ABC sitcom The Middle and Food Network's Patricia Heaton Parties. A busy working mother raising four boys, Patricia Heaton couldn't be more comfortable playing "America's mom" on hit television shows such as Everybody Loves Raymond and The Middle. Though she may be a Hollywood star today, this down to earth, practical Midwesterner likes to have fun entertaining her loved ones and has never forgotten her roots, which are centered on delicious and doable family meals. Growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland in the 1960s, Patricia's hard-working parents-like the characters she plays on TV-didn't have a lot of extra money. With five kids to raise, extras like movies and restaurant meals were special treats. Home cooked dinners were rib-filling basics-classic American comfort food like meatloaf, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken, pork chops, burgers, fish sticks, and pot roast. Yet her mother didn't let a tight budget stop her from dreaming big, inspired by Julia Child. On her Food Network show Patricia Heaton Parties, Patricia celebrates her culinary beginnings, transforming familiar American fare into delicious, sophisticated, lightened versions for entertaining family and friends. In this fabulous cookbook, Patricia shares her secrets to easy entertaining with budget-friendly, simple, and deeply satisfying recipes. Some will be on the healthier side, and all will be inspired by the dishes she loved growing up, the favorites she's relied on to feed her hungry boys, and the scrumptious showstoppers she serves at her fun-filled, casual parties and get-togethers. Patricia Heaton's Food for Family and Friends features 100 recipes for appetizers, sides, and main dishes, as well as cocktails and "guest goodies"-little treats to send home with your guests, including: Pot Roast and Roasted Root Vegetable Hash with Poached Eggs Bite-Size Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli Quick Bread & Butter Pickles Spaghetti Bolognese Shortcut Paella Winter Corn Chowder with Oyster Crackers Falafel Patties and Tahini Maple Dipping Sauce No-Churn Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Bourbon Pecan Glazed Pound Cake Apple and Cheese Danish Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned Patty's Party Punch Cucumber Mint Mocktail Blueberry Shortbread Cookies Infused Sea Salts DIY Cracker Jack Peppermint Kisses Patricia provides readers with the tools for everything to make it easy to pull it all together with sample menus, kitchen setup, and tips for getting organized. Best of all, she spices it up with hilarious stories, family photos, and anecdotes from her Hollywood career.

Dark secrets, fast cars, filthy lust...your new mafia romance obsession Ruthless Underboss. Clever Mastermind. Sworn Rival. Just a handful of reasons why I should hate Cesare Salvatore, heir to the Salvatore Sicilian mafia throne. Other reasons? His insanely gorgeous face. How hot he looks in his Formula One race suit. The feral look in his eyes when he's pounding his enemy into the ground... But as a Mancinelli, I abide by one family rule: Stay away from the Salvatores. Betrayal. Forbidden Attraction. Vendetta Ignited. Cesare believes there's a traitor in his crew...put there by me. He'll uncover the truth by any means, including blackmailing me into his bed. What he doesn't know is I've crushed on him since high school; have craved his blood-stained hands on me since one mistake sparked a lust-hate relationship. Discovering he's equally hot for me risks re-igniting a family vendetta and unearthing brutal decades old secrets many have been killed for. Can we stop before sparks turn to inferno? Because if it does? Forget Romeo & Juliet. Our forbidden attraction will destroy empires. An enemies-to-lovers dark mafia story full of dark secrets, fast cars, filthy lust and deceit. Perfect for fans of Kylie Kent, Sadie Kincaid and Penelope Sky. PRAISE FOR ZARA COX 'Steamy, violent, full of betrayals and secrets, this is what mafia romance is made of' NetGalley 'The spice was abundant and the dirty talk was filthy 🥵' NetGalley 'Ate this up. Mafia and F1???? Ya I loved every moment of this.' NetGalley

Unlock the Secrets to Youthful Vitality Discover the Science-Backed Strategies to Combat Aging Are you tired of feeling older than your years? Do you want to slow down the aging process and reclaim your youthful vitality? Introducing our groundbreaking guide that reveals the secrets to a younger, healthier you. Inside this comprehensive resource, you'll uncover: The Science of Aging: Understand the three primary aging processes: glycation, oxidation, and inflammation. The Power of Food: Discover a curated list of 101 anti-aging foods that can help reverse the effects of time. Hidden Dangers: Uncover the hidden culprits in your diet that can accelerate aging and how to avoid them. Expert Tips and Tricks: Learn how to prepare and consume these foods to maximize their anti-aging benefits. Here's a sneak peek of what you'll learn: Blood Sugar Control: The surprising benefits of cinnamon and lemon juice Powerful herbs and spices that can help regulate blood sugar Healthy Fats: The healthiest fats to protect your cell membranes How to use fatty foods to enhance your skin's youthful appearance Essential Nutrients: The importance of a vital mineral often overlooked An unusual herbal ingredient that can help lower blood sugar and reduce aging compounds Cooking Techniques: A specific cooking method to minimize age-accelerating compounds How to prepare foods to reduce harmful compounds Hidden Dangers in Food: Sinister food additives that can accelerate aging Healthier drink alternatives to avoid aging beverages Revitalize Your Life, One Page at a Time Discover the secrets to a healthier, more youthful you with "The Secret to Aging Backwards: 101 Foods to Turn Back Time." This groundbreaking guide is your key to unlocking the power of food to combat the signs of aging. By incorporating the 101 anti-aging foods into your diet, you can: Boost Your Energy Levels: Feel more vibrant and energized throughout the day. Improve Your Skin's Health: Reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots for a more youthful complexion. Strengthen Your Immune System: Protect your body from illness and disease. Enhance Cognitive Function: Improve memory, focus, and overall brain health. Support Joint Health: Reduce inflammation and pain in your joints. Promote Weight Loss and Maintain a Healthy Weight: Eat delicious, satisfying meals that support your weight loss goals. Reduce Your Risk of Chronic Diseases: Lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Your Free Bonus Nourishing Your Tresses: A Guide to Fighting Aging Hair and Embracing Vibrancy Are you ready to unlock the secrets to a younger, healthier you? Don't let time pass you by. Start your journey to a more youthful you today!

CHALLENGE CARDS - Date Night Challenges by Brass Monkey is the perfect accessory for your next date night. It’s hard enough to pick a place to eat–let alone come up with something unique and fun to do on date nights. This collection of 100 quirky, yet endearing, date night ‘challenges’ take the pressure off. We’ll do all the hard work–just draw one at random, and if the date sucks you can just blame us. It’s a win-win for everyone. Use them for everything from first dates, to first-date-night-away- from-the-kids-in-a-billion-years. INCLUDES - The card set includes 100 quirky, yet totally romantic prompts with space on the back of each card to write about each experience. The challenges will have you and your partner laughing, loving, and living it up like never before! Say ""buh-bye"" to boring dinners and ""hello"" to a whole new level of excitement. Whether you're tackling a spontaneous adventure or cozying up for a night in, these challenges are designed to spice things up and keep the good times rolling. GREAT FOR DATE NIGHT - Whether you're trying something new together or reminiscing about old memories, each challenge brings you closer and keeps the sparks flying. Plus, with 100 unique prompts to choose from, you'll never run out of ideas for your next date night adventure. So if you're looking to shake things up and create unforgettable memories with your special someone, this collection is your secret weapon. So toss the pressure aside and grab your partner, romance has never been more fun! PERFECT FOR GIFTING - Whether you're shopping for a newly-minted couple or a pair of lovebirds celebrating decades together, this collection is the perfect way to show you care. It's a thoughtful gesture that says, ""Hey, let's keep the spark alive and have some fun along the way!"" With 100 quirky challenges guaranteed to keep things interesting, it's the gift that keeps on giving long after the wrapping paper is torn away. So if you want to give a gift that's equal parts thoughtful, entertaining, and downright adorable, look no further. BRASS MONKEY - We bridge the gap between kitschy roadside souvenirs and elegant fine china, offering a curated collection of well-designed products infused with a delightful sense of humor. Our mission is to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, crafting items that seamlessly blend functionality with whimsy. From quirky guides to stylish essentials, we specialize in creating must-have treasures that add joy and personality to everyday life.

A retired CIA operative in small-town Maine tackles the ghosts of her past in this fresh take on the spy thriller from New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen. Former spy Maggie Bird came to the seaside village of Purity, Maine, eager to put the past behind her after a mission went tragically wrong. These days, she's living quietly on her chicken farm, still wary of blowback from the events that forced her early retirement. But when a body turns up in Maggie's driveway, she knows it's a message from former foes who haven't forgotten her. Maggie turns to her local circle of old friends--all retirees from the CIA--to help uncover the truth about who is trying to kill her, and why. This "Martini Club" of former spies may be retired, but they still have a few useful skills that they're eager to use again, if only to spice up their rather sedate new lives. Complicating their efforts is Purity's acting police chief, Jo Thibodeau. More accustomed to dealing with rowdy tourists than homicide, Jo is puzzled by Maggie's reluctance to share information--and by her odd circle of friends, who seem to be a step ahead of her at every turn. As Jo's investigation collides with the Martini Club's maneuvers, Maggie's hunt for answers will force her to revisit a clandestine career that spanned the globe, from Bangkok to Istanbul, from London to Malta. The ghosts of her past have returned, but with the help of her friends--and the reluctant Jo Thibodeau--Maggie might just be able to save the life she's built.

The BRAND NEW scandalously spicy Regency romance from Emma Orchard!🪭🩵 'If you're girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp' - THE TIMES She must marry for her family's future. He must never marry at all. Spring, 1805. Nineteen-year-old Allegra Constantine is under pressure to choose a husband, but none of her suitors inspire her. Lord Milton is respectable but passionless, Sir Harry is charming but witless, and the dangerously handsome Mr Englishby has designs she cannot trust. The only man who truly interests her is Max Severin - cynical, scandal-shadowed, and not at all a suitable prospect. But when a stolen kiss ignites a fire between them, Allegra realises she is in more danger from her heart than from society's gossip. Because Max carries a secret so perilous, it could ruin them both. And when long-buried truths about Allegra's family and Max's past come to light, the consequences threaten more than her reputation. Torn between duty and desire, Allegra must choose: a safe, sensible marriage... or risking scandal, ruin, and her very future for the only man she has ever truly loved. Praise for Emma Orchard: 'An exciting new talent' - KATIE FFORDE 'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTON 'Absolutely glorious' - SOPHIE IRWIN 'A delicious Regency romp' - ALAN TITCHMARSH 'Sensual and exciting' - HEIDI SWAIN 'Heyer with spice!' - LIZ FENWICK 'Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy' - KATY MORAN 'Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy' - SARAH BENNETT 'Witty, spicy, seductive' - HANNAH DOLBY 'Perfect for fans of Bridgerton' - DARCIE BOLEYN 'Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!' - CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD 'A delicious slice of escapism' - LAURA WOOD 'Heart-thumping romance' - JENNI KEER

A retired CIA operative in small-town Maine tackles the ghosts of her past in this fresh take on the spy thriller from New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen. Former spy Maggie Bird came to the seaside village of Purity, Maine, eager to put the past behind her after a mission went tragically wrong. These days, she's living quietly on her chicken farm, still wary of blowback from the events that forced her early retirement. But when a body turns up in Maggie's driveway, she knows it's a message from former foes who haven't forgotten her. Maggie turns to her local circle of old friends--all retirees from the CIA--to help uncover the truth about who is trying to kill her, and why. This "Martini Club" of former spies may be retired, but they still have a few useful skills that they're eager to use again, if only to spice up their rather sedate new lives. Complicating their efforts is Purity's acting police chief, Jo Thibodeau. More accustomed to dealing with rowdy tourists than homicide, Jo is puzzled by Maggie's reluctance to share information--and by her odd circle of friends, who seem to be a step ahead of her at every turn. As Jo's investigation collides with the Martini Club's maneuvers, Maggie's hunt for answers will force her to revisit a clandestine career that spanned the globe, from Bangkok to Istanbul, from London to Malta. The ghosts of her past have returned, but with the help of her friends--and the reluctant Jo Thibodeau--Maggie might just be able to save the life she's built.

The landscapes of the Luberon and the Vaucluse are among the most impressive of the Provence. Jagged rocks and wild canyons, but also abundant nature, poplar alleys, lavender fields and vineyards dominate the landscape. Picturesque villages have settled on rocky slopes and nestled on the mountain. On 12 wonderful photos from the summer when the lavender fields are blooming, you can enjoy this unique landscape. Premium high-gloss art print in museum quality. To ensure that the sheets of paper hang smoothly on the wall, this high-quality calendar has innovative insert pockets. They protect the large sheets from humidity effects. Paper is a natural material. The fibres react to fluctuations in the room climate. The tuck-in corners should therefore not be removed.Our environment is important to us, which is why we rely on individual production in Germany (Made in Germany) with high-quality materials. 14 Pages Consisting of 1 Cover | 12 Months | 1 Index Page I Cardboard Spine at the Back. Illustrations:January: Villages des Bories at Gordes February: Roussillon - City of ocher March: Ocher cliffs at Roussillon April: Oppède-les-Vieux May: Pont Julien (Bonnieux) June: Spices of the Provence July: Lavender fields August: Poplar alley September: Gorge de la Nesque October: Vesanque - Grand Rue November: Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque December: Gordes in the evening light PREMIUM COLLECTION - Brilliant photo calendar with 12 beautiful motifs, high-gloss art print in museum quality. QUALITY - high-quality materials, sturdy back cover with 2 innovative insert pockets for optimum presentation on the wall. PERFECT GIFT - calendars for friends and family, for children and adults, young and old, for Christmas, birthdays or in between. Summer Impressions of Provence von Autor(in): Thomas Seethaler

A little fraternising with the enemy never hurt anybody . . . The Devils series is a sexy blend of spice, romance and grumpy men. Prepare to laugh, swoon and cry . . . perfect for fans of Christina Lauren and The Hating Game. ___ It's all fun and games until your work nemesis tells you to beg. There's a devil on my shoulder, and every Monday morning she announces herself. She's this delicious flame in my chest, a flurry of whispered suggestions in my ear. Suggestions I ignore...because every single one of them is about Ben Tate. Ben-Stealer of Clients, Evicter of Homeless Women, Nemesis. Sitting across from me every damn Monday with his lovely, smug smile and his too-perfect teeth, the living symbol of everything I hate. It's been my policy to avoid him, but when a case comes into the firm-one that could change his career and mine-I make an exception. It means weekends and evenings by his side. It means enduring his smirk and his smart mouth and never taking the bait. Until the night Ben says, "Beg" . . . And that devil on my shoulder decides to make a few demands of her own. Readers can't get enough of The Devil You Know 'I doubt anything is going to top the feelings that Gemma and Ben's love story evoked in me.' 'With sexual tension that crackles and banter that shines, this office rivals romance is another great addition to what has been a stellar series of near-standalones.' 'I smiled the entire time reading this book.' 'There's nothing like a good old fashioned, snippy , bantery , enemies to lovers office romance to revive your zest for life.'

Get ready for your next reading obsession, the spicy small-town romance filled with mystery and suspense from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver and Colleen Hoover. 'Unmissable' 5* reader review 'My favourite book of the series so far' 5* reader review 'The queen of small town suspense has delivered again' 5* reader review A swoony small-town romance that will set your heart racing. Since the moment our lives fell apart, the only thing that mattered was making a good life for my seven-year-old son. A life where he was happy and safe. I just never expected to find safety with a hockey player known for his brutal dominance on the ice and recklessness off it. But Cope Colson is so much more than his public persona. And when my life falls apart again, he's the one picking up the pieces. Until we're living in his house, eating his chef-worthy meals, and I'm falling for him. Hard. But Cope has secrets, and so do I. Forces from our pasts soon emerge from the shadows, and it seems they'll stop at nothing to end our happiness. Once and for all. . . Tropes: - Single Mother - Close Proximity - Slow Burn Romance - Found Family - Hockey Player - Romantic Suspense Readers are obsessed with the Sparrow Falls series: 'A spicy, small-town romance with the perfect amount of suspense. You could not ask for a better MMC ' 5* Reader review ' Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. ' 5* Reader review 'The queen of small-town romance '5* Reader review 'I couldn't put it down !' 5* Reader review 'Pure perfection ' 5* Reader review 'Once again I am blown away by the genius story telling from Catherine Cowles' 5* Reader Review 'The most perfect balance of romance and suspense ' 5* Reader review 'Genuinely cannot get enough ' 5* Reader review 'Has a little bit of everything - humour, spice, danger and a huge plot twist that I didn't see coming ...I think I have found a new fav author!' 5* Reader review

Get ready for your next reading obsession, the spicy small-town romance filled with mystery and suspense from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver and Colleen Hoover. 'Unmissable' 5* reader review 'My favourite book of the series so far' 5* reader review 'The queen of small town suspense has delivered again' 5* reader review A swoony small-town romance that will set your heart racing. Since the moment our lives fell apart, the only thing that mattered was making a good life for my seven-year-old son. A life where he was happy and safe. I just never expected to find safety with a hockey player known for his brutal dominance on the ice and recklessness off it. But Cope Colson is so much more than his public persona. And when my life falls apart again, he's the one picking up the pieces. Until we're living in his house, eating his chef-worthy meals, and I'm falling for him. Hard. But Cope has secrets, and so do I. Forces from our pasts soon emerge from the shadows, and it seems they'll stop at nothing to end our happiness. Once and for all. . . Tropes: - Single Mother - Close Proximity - Slow Burn Romance - Found Family - Hockey Player - Romantic Suspense Readers are obsessed with the Sparrow Falls series: 'A spicy, small-town romance with the perfect amount of suspense. You could not ask for a better MMC ' 5* Reader review ' Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow. ' 5* Reader review 'The queen of small-town romance '5* Reader review 'I couldn't put it down !' 5* Reader review 'Pure perfection ' 5* Reader review 'Once again I am blown away by the genius story telling from Catherine Cowles' 5* Reader Review 'The most perfect balance of romance and suspense ' 5* Reader review 'Genuinely cannot get enough ' 5* Reader review 'Has a little bit of everything - humour, spice, danger and a huge plot twist that I didn't see coming ...I think I have found a new fav author!' 5* Reader review

Whether you're curious about fermentation, passionate about Korean cuisine, or simply looking to bring something bold and beautiful into your kitchen, this book is for you. In South Korea, kimchi is part of every meal, every season, and every memory. Jihyun 'Kimmy' Kim grew up surrounded by the scents of garlic, chilli, and fermented vegetables, and watched the women in her family prepare huge batches of kimchi during kimjang each winter. It wasn't just about food - it was about love, sharing, and tradition. This cookbook is filled with classic and contemporary recipes; it's a mix of the old and the new, designed to help you feel more connected to the food you make, and more inspired to explore kimchi in your own way. From Seoul to Southeast London: Kimchi is more than just Korea's national dish-it's a way of life. It appears on every Korean table, from everyday breakfasts to elaborate feasts. It lives in fridges, markets, memories, and language. But what exactly is it? At its simplest, kimchi is fermented vegetables. But it's so much more than that. It's a method of preservation that goes back centuries, born from necessity and perfected over generations. It's a careful balance of salt, time, spice, and care. And every household makes it a little differently. Kimchi is a form of storytelling. It carries the memory of a place, a season, a hand. It reminds us that good things sometimes take time. That transformation happens slowly. That flavour is worth waiting for. Through Kimmy's own words and 80 delicious recipes, the chapters will cover: The flavours of Korea; The kimchi pantry; Kimchi-making basics; The classics - kimchi recipes; Cooking with kimchi - recipes including Kimchi pancakes and Kimchi toasties; Troubleshooting and tips; Kimchi recipe tracker. Plus beautiful and bright design and photography throughout, making this a truly stand-out and classic cookery book.

A GILMORE GIRLS MEETS SCHITT'S CREEK REDEMPTION ROMCOM Hazel Hart was a successful romance novelist until a breakup drives her straight into writer's block. Having failed (and failed some more) to deliver her new manuscript, she's hiding from the world behind a wall of old takeout containers until her publisher lays down the law. If she misses her next deadline it's The End. Desperate for inspiration, Hazel impulse-buys a historic home online and flees Manhattan to tiny Story Lake, PA. Upon her dramatic arrival - involving an incident with a bald eagle - she discovers the charm of her new home may have been slightly exaggerated. The house is a wreck and the town is struggling after their biggest employer shut down. Also, since her raccoon-infested home came with a seat on the town council our introverted heroine is stuck with a front row seat to all the small-town shenanigans. But Hazel isn't worried. Not since all six-feet-three inches of grouchy contractor Campbell Bishop slapped a bandage on her forehead and unintentionally inspired the heck out of her. There's only one thing to do: Hire Cam and his equally gorgeous brothers to renovate her new spider museum ... er ... house. Okay, two things. A fake date for 'research purposes' will really put her work-in-progress on track. Before Hazel knows it, she's writing a romance novel and living one. At least until the drywall dust settles, the town she's falling in love with faces bankruptcy and growly Cam remembers why he can't live happily ever after. Author's note: This series is my love letter to every reader who said they wanted to move to a fictional town... ENEMIES TO LOVERS - TICK! FAKE DATING - TICK! SMALL TOWN ROMANCE - TICK! LOTS OF SPICE - TICK!

A GILMORE GIRLS MEETS SCHITT'S CREEK REDEMPTION ROMCOM Hazel Hart was a successful romance novelist until a breakup drives her straight into writer's block. Having failed (and failed some more) to deliver her new manuscript, she's hiding from the world behind a wall of old takeout containers until her publisher lays down the law. If she misses her next deadline it's The End. Desperate for inspiration, Hazel impulse-buys a historic home online and flees Manhattan to tiny Story Lake, PA. Upon her dramatic arrival - involving an incident with a bald eagle - she discovers the charm of her new home may have been slightly exaggerated. The house is a wreck and the town is struggling after their biggest employer shut down. Also, since her raccoon-infested home came with a seat on the town council our introverted heroine is stuck with a front row seat to all the small-town shenanigans. But Hazel isn't worried. Not since all six-feet-three inches of grouchy contractor Campbell Bishop slapped a bandage on her forehead and unintentionally inspired the heck out of her. There's only one thing to do: Hire Cam and his equally gorgeous brothers to renovate her new spider museum ... er ... house. Okay, two things. A fake date for 'research purposes' will really put her work-in-progress on track. Before Hazel knows it, she's writing a romance novel and living one. At least until the drywall dust settles, the town she's falling in love with faces bankruptcy and growly Cam remembers why he can't live happily ever after. Author's note: This series is my love letter to every reader who said they wanted to move to a fictional town... ENEMIES TO LOVERS - TICK! FAKE DATING - TICK! SMALL TOWN ROMANCE - TICK! LOTS OF SPICE - TICK!

A little fraternising with the enemy never hurt anybody . . . The Devils series is a sexy blend of spice, romance and grumpy men. Prepare to laugh, swoon and cry . . . perfect for fans of Christina Lauren and The Hating Game. ___ It's all fun and games until your work nemesis tells you to beg. There's a devil on my shoulder, and every Monday morning she announces herself. She's this delicious flame in my chest, a flurry of whispered suggestions in my ear. Suggestions I ignore...because every single one of them is about Ben Tate. Ben-Stealer of Clients, Evicter of Homeless Women, Nemesis. Sitting across from me every damn Monday with his lovely, smug smile and his too-perfect teeth, the living symbol of everything I hate. It's been my policy to avoid him, but when a case comes into the firm-one that could change his career and mine-I make an exception. It means weekends and evenings by his side. It means enduring his smirk and his smart mouth and never taking the bait. Until the night Ben says, "Beg" . . . And that devil on my shoulder decides to make a few demands of her own. Readers can't get enough of The Devil You Know 'I doubt anything is going to top the feelings that Gemma and Ben's love story evoked in me.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'With sexual tension that crackles and banter that shines, this office rivals romance is another great addition to what has been a stellar series of near-standalones.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'I smiled the entire time reading this book.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'There's nothing like a good old fashioned, snippy , bantery , enemies to lovers office romance to revive your zest for life.' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

You have to choke down the sour truth that Portugal's history isn't a sun-kissed saga of seafaring saints, but a jagged ledger of plunder masked as piety, where spice lords sailed on slave backs and crowned heads bartered souls for gold that bought silence on the screams. "The History of Portugal" doesn't varnish the voyages; it vivisects them, from the Reconquista's holy hacksaw carving Iberia into fiefdoms to the 1494 Treaty of Tordesillas slicing the globe like a pie for papal pals, dooming millions to the hold. This is no postcard chronicle—it's a cold autopsy of a nation that birthed the first world-eater, feasting on African ivory and Brazilian blood while Lisbon's bells rang hymns to hypocrisy. Threaded through the turmoil are the telltale stains they airbrush in azulejo tiles: the Avis dynasty's dragon-chasing crusades that ignited inquisitions at home, the Salazar regime's iron-fisted fado that strangled colonies in the name of "civilizing" chains, and the 1974 Carnation bloom that wilted into debt-drowned democracy. No laurels for the Lusitan poets who penned epics of empire while ignoring the gauchos' ghosts; just the grim geometry of how fado's melancholy wail echoes the widows of Goa and the gutted guts of Goa. Detractors decry it "defeatist," but the manifests and mass graves murmur otherwise: Portugal's prowess was predation in pearls, a blueprint for every bully's ballad since. As 2025's decolonization dust-ups dredge old docks, why swig the saudade swill when the real vintage's vintage venom? This volume vends no vintage valor; it vents the vaulted vices, handing you the hold manifests to mock the myths before they metastasize into monuments. Plunge if the past's piquancy piques you; pass if polished prose pleases. The caravel creaks; crew or cargo?

Get ready for your next reading obsession, the spicy small-town romance filled with mystery and suspense from the bestselling author, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver and Colleen Hoover. 'Shep is everything you could possibly want in a book boyfriend ' 5* Reader review 'The sense of found family is one of the best I've ever read' 5* Reader review 'Had me on the edge of my seat' 5* Reader review _________________________________________________________________ Trust doesn't come easily when you've been running for as long as I have, which is why moving in with a man I barely know is such a bad idea. Shepard Colson is all golden-boy charm and devastating good looks. But I know the dangers of easy smiles and promises-I have the scars to prove it. Only the handsome contractor won't stop coming by the bakery and prying little truths from my lips-those amber eyes of his seeing far too much. And when secrets from my past come crashing down, it's Shep who's determined to keep me safe. Even if it means moving into my rundown cabin and working his way into my heart. But a ghost from my old life has unfinished business. And when he finds me, he'll do anything to tear my life apart. Including ending it for good. . . Tropes: Found family Grumpy x sunshine Brother's best friend Single dad Forced proximity Age gap Readers are obsessed with the Sparrow Falls series: 'A spicy, small-town romance with the perfect amount of suspense. You could not ask for a better MMC ' 5* Reader review ' Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow .' 5* Reader review 'The queen of small-town romance '5* Reader review ' I couldn't put it down !' 5* Reader review 'Pure perfection ' 5* Reader review 'Once again I am blown away by the genius story telling from Catherine Cowles' 'The most perfect balance of romance and suspense' 5* Reader review 'Genuinely cannot get enough' 5* Reader review 'Has a little bit of everything - humour, spice, danger and a huge plot twist that I didn't see coming...I think I have found a new fav author !' 5* Reader review

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