'Mazey Eddings's writing is authentic, emotional, and intensely romantic! To me, it's like a Taylor Swift song in book form ' ALI HAZELWOOD 🫶 🎸 Friends to lovers 🎸 Sapphic angst 🎸 Band/rockstar romance 🎸 Fake dating the wrong person 🎸 Only one bed --------------------------------------------------- Cubby Clark's life is falling apart. All she's ever cared about is making music, but then Cubby's toxic ex-boyfriend and lead of her band abandons the group. What's worse, his solo single launches him into overnight stardom when he sings about how bad she was in bed. The only thing she can take comfort in is her best friends and fellow bandmates, Darcy and Harry. Then an accidental romantic picture of Cubby and Harry goes viral the same night Cubby and Darcy hook-up - something very normal for two obviously, totally heterosexual gal pals! Now, Cubby and her band unexpectedly find themselves in the spotlight as tabloids eat up their rumoured love triangle. Under the pressure of newfound fame, all Cubby wants is to turn to Darcy, which is impossible with the distance and awkward tension surrounding the once inseparable pair. Now thrust into a whirlwind tour, Cubby and Darcy have the entire summer to unravel the truth of their feelings... or lose each other forever. ----------------------------------------- 'Blends sweetness, breathless romance , and moments of striking vulnerability' HELEN HOANG So freaking cute . . . Tilly in Technicolor will have you aching with love for these characters while swooning at their awkward adorableness together. I want to hug this book to my chest' CHLOE GONG 'Prepare to smile, laugh, and cry your way through this witty, fast-paced rom-com' EVIE DUNMORE 'Laugh-out-loud funny, almost unbearably cute' ROSIE DANAN 'A contemporary romance masterpiece . . . The most intoxicating slow burn I've read in ages' RACHEL LYNN SOLOMON

Praise for Well Met “What a delight! This is enemies to lovers at its absolute finest, folks. DeLuca proves to be a master of creating characters you believe in and a storyline to keep you totally engrossed. Well Met is a hilarious, swoony, and captivating romance—hands down our new favorite feel-good novel of the year.”— New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren “A divinely entertaining romp...The descriptions of him in his pirate gear, from the edges of his kohl-rimmed eyes to the deep-v of his vests, down to his leather-clad legs...are likely to induce a thirst so wide and so deep you could sail a ship across it.”— Entertainment Weekly “The Renaissance Faire romance the world didn't know it needed.”— PopSugar “Jen DeLuca had me laughing out loud from the opening line. Well Met is fresh, fun, and the story I never knew I needed. I so wish I could grab a corset and live the wench life with Emily!”—Alexa Martin, author of Fumbled “I dare you not to want to travel to your nearest Renaissance Faire after reading the sweet, sexy, and smart Well Met...the kind of book that you want to live inside. Jen DeLuca is poised to become one of the freshest voices writing contemporary romance today.”—Kate Clayborn, author of Best of Luck “DeLuca turns in an intelligent, sexy, and charming debut romance sure to resonate with Renaissance Faire enthusiasts and those looking for an upbeat, lighter read.”— Library Journal “ Well Met will especially appeal to readers who like bookstores, Renaissance fair shenanigans and nerdy English teachers wearing vests. DeLuca will have readers laughing all the way to the turkey leg vendor.”— Shelf Awareness “Full of wit, hilarious banter, and swoon-worthy moments.” —Woman's World

In his twisty, gritty, profoundly moving New York Times bestselling-debut - also called "mandatory reading" and selected as an Editors' Choice by the New York Times - Adam Silvera brings to life a charged, dangerous near-future summer in the Bronx. In the months after his father's suicide, it's been tough for sixteen-year-old Aaron Soto to find happiness again - but he's still gunning for it. With the support of his girlfriend Genevieve and his overworked mom, he's slowly remembering what that might feel like. But grief and the smile-shaped scar on his wrist prevent him from forgetting completely. When Genevieve leaves for a couple of weeks, Aaron spends all his time hanging out with this new guy, Thomas. Aaron's crew notices, and they're not exactly thrilled. But Aaron can't deny the happiness Thomas brings or how Thomas makes him feel safe from himself, despite the tensions their friendship is stirring with his girlfriend and friends. Since Aaron can't stay away from Thomas or turn off his newfound feelings for him, he considers turning to the Leteo Institute's revolutionary memory-alteration procedure to straighten himself out, even if it means forgetting who he truly is. Why does happiness have to be so hard? Praise for More Happy Than Not 'Silvera managed to leave me smiling after totally breaking my heart. Unforgettable.' Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda 'Adam Silvera explores the inner workings of a painful world and he delivers this with heartfelt honesty and a courageous, confident hand . . . A mesmerizing, unforgettable tour de force.' John Corey Whaley, National Book Award finalist and author of Where Things Come Back and Noggin Starred Reviews from Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and School Library Journal

'Exquisite and deeply felt' VOGUE 'Beautifully rendered' GRAZIA 'Magnificent ... melds sharp insight with great heart' NICOLA DINAN 'Thoughtful and beautifully compelling' ALICE WINN A beautiful, heartbreaking novel about ambition, love and space from the award-winning author of the Women's Prize longlisted Wandering Souls. 28 January, 1986: Moments after launch, the Challengershuttle falls from the sky. At the same time, in a small English village, Oliver Ines is born. Ollie spends his childhood in a bedroom covered in glow-in-the-dark wallpaper, bearing the planets and stars. Decades later, he has become one of the most renowned astronauts of his time. When an enterprising billionaire approaches him to lead a landmark, ten-year mission to the distant moon Europa, Ollie cannot resist the call of history. As the mission advances deeper into uncharted territory, Ollie finds himself retreating into the past: his school days and years in the Navy, relationships found and lost, becoming a husband and father. But will the world he remembers still be waiting for him when he returns? Celestial Lights is a breathtaking story of fate, love, and sacrifice that questions what we owe ourselves and our loved ones, when our ambitions and loyalties collide. 'Truly lovely ... the scope of an epic' JO HAMYA, author of The Hypocrite 'A wonderful and singular reading experience' JENNY MUSTARD, author of What A Time To Be Alive 'Incredible ... stayed with me long after the page' RED MAGAZINE 'Atmospheric, original, and beautiful' ELA LEE, author of Minbak 'Masterful ... I was totally absorbed from start to finish' JYOTI PATEL, author of The Things That We Lost 'A moving story that stays with you' ROMALYN ANTE, author of Agimat 'Stunning, exhilarating and unforgettable' ELIANA RAMAGE, author of To the Moon and Back

Read the instant New York Times bestseller and TikTok sensation -- THE new swoon-worthy hate-to-love rom com from #1 New York Times bestselling co-author of Five Feet Apart Rachael Lippincott and debut writer Alyson Derrick. The perfect summer read for fans of Adam Silvera, Casey McQuiston, Becky Albertalli and Alice Oseman's HEARTSTOPPER series! Alex and Molly are two girls who don't belong on the same planet, let alone the same college campus . . . Alex Blackwood is a little bit headstrong, with a dash of chaos and a whole lot of flirt. She knows how to get the girl. Keeping her on the other hand . . . not so much. Molly Parker has everything in her life totally in control, except for her complete awkwardness with just about anyone besides her mum. She knows she's in love with the impossibly cool Cora Myers. She just . . . hasn't actually talked to her yet. When the girls' paths cross unexpectedly, and Alex discovers Molly's hidden crush, they realise they might have a common interest after all. Because maybe if Alex can help Molly to get her dream girl, she can prove to her ex that she's serious about love. As the two embark on their five-step plans to get their girls to fall for them, though, they both begin to wonder if maybe they're the ones falling . . . for each other. Read what everyone is saying about She Gets the Girl: 'Adorable. There's no better word to describe this book. It is so full of hilarious & cute moments that it is bursting at the seams.' - Amazon reviewer 'A great sapphic rom-com style story. I truly loved reading this book from start to finish!' - Amazon reviewer 'The ending made me swoon.' - Amazon reviewer 'Both hilarious and poignant, no doubt in my mind that this gem will be one of the best books I read this year.' - Amazon reviewer

' A mouth-watering read , in more ways than one! I was thoroughly absorbed by Elle and Nicky's story, as well as by Rae's smart, sensitive writing. A novel to open, devour and enjoy! ' Laura Starkey, author of The Spare Room. Can a player on the court be a keeper at home? Elle's love language is food. But finding the right kind of work in her industry is difficult. After multiple different stints and temporary work, she lands her dream role: a personal chef to huge tennis star, Nicky Salco. It's just a bonus that he's handsome and athleticbut totally off limits. The pressure is on, and not just in the kitchen. As Nicky trains for hours on the court for Wimbledon, Elle treads carefully around his brutally judgemental fiance, while also trying to ignore her own boyfriend's cheating habits. But the temperature rises when Nicky's training leads him to get hungry late at night and Elle is the one tasked with keeping his belly full. Despite being worlds apart, their late night rendezvous seem to lead to more than they intended. Should they risk the lives they have already built, for the lives they truly want? A sizzling, forced-proximity sporting romance that fans of Hannah Grace and Ali Hazelwood will fall head over heels for. Readers are obsessed with Love Game: 'Love Game was the perfect spicy summer read ...Emma's writing style is very enjoyable! Great characters and a lovely bit of escapism.' Margie the Hun 'I adored Love Gameso much so I devoured the whole novel in one sitting .' Reader Review ' I cannot stop thinking about this book , I must be in my sports romance era...I absolutely loved this! What a whirlwind romance!' Reader Review 'A great love story... you won't be disappointed .' Reader Review ' If you love tennis and romance this is the book for you.' Reader Review 'I'm a huuuuge fan of sports romances and I absolutely loved this one!! it was so refreshing to read a sports romance that wasn't about hockey or baseball...a fun and flirty read.' Reader Review 'A tennis superstar paired with his new personal chef; this love story was delicious! My mouth watered not only over Elle's delicious meals but also over Nicky Salco himself.' Reader Review 'This book has stayed in my mind for quite some time after reading it, very much the mark of an outstanding book .' Reader Review ' The connection between Nicky and Elle really got me! There were sweet, spicy and even funny moments.' Reader Review 'This one got me hooked. I finished the book in one sitting.' Reader Review

'If you're listening to this, I've been murdered.' Eve is clearing her father's house when she finds an old cassette player and a box of tapes. Though grieving, she smiles at the spark of nostalgia. One tape is labelled 'Eve' - in her mother, Angela's, scrawled handwriting. She disappeared for good more than ten years ago. The tape whirrs. A voice crackles. 'My name is Angela'. Tears fill Eve's eyes at the familiar voice, at the thought this message is just for her. But the next words make her heart pound. 'If they say I'm missing, I'm not. If you're listening to this, I've been murdered.' Desperate for answers, Eve has no one left to ask - only a box of tapes that could lead to the truth. But the more she listens, the more she realises she can never go to the police... Because Eve's mother had her own secrets. But what if her killer is still out there? And what if Eve is next? An absolutely unputdownable psychological thriller that will have you racing through the pages late into the night! Anyone who loves Shari Lapena, John Marrs or Lisa Jewell will be totally addicted. Read what everyone's saying about Kerry Wilkinson: 'I stayed up until 1am reading this... I tried going to sleep, I really did. But every time I closed my eyes, I just kept thinking about this book, and I had to know how it finished... and BAM, what a twist!' DianeLikesToRead, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I am HOOKED. I read this book in a matter of hours... racing to get to the final pages... a gripping read from start to finish... Unputdownable.' NetGalley reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow!!! Absolutely unputdownable. From start to finish I was hooked... Fantastic... I literally read this in one sitting. An absolute rollercoaster of a ride.' a_likely_storie, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow, wow, wow!!!!!... I raced right through this one... I couldn't believe that ending... so many twists and turns and I loved it. I didn't know which way was up or down by the time I finished the book. That ending will stick with me for a long time... Definitely recommend it.' Blue Moon Blogger, ¿¿¿¿¿

"Take a leap of faith and visit our perfect little bookshop by the sea." Bookshop owner Moira writes the first of many invitations she'll send out into the world. They'll find the right people, she's certain... Single and in a dead-end job, Kate feels hope spring when an anonymous invitation falls from the pages of a book. Now, she's standing in a charming Scottish village and trying to ignore the six-four silver fox by her side. He's got an invitation too, a husky Chicago accent, and dangerously gorgeous sea-blue eyes... Widowed ex-police officer Brody never expected to be stranded in Scotland with a cute British lady. Her smile might be bewitching... but her attitude? Way too cheerful. And eccentric bookshop owner Moira says they can stay for free, as long as they don't mind sharing one very cozy little cottage. That's the least of their problems. Turns out Moira's bookshop needs them just as much as Kate and Brody need a fresh start. And with a twinkle in Moira's mischievous matchmaking eye, things are soon hotting up in surprising ways! But as they string fairy lights over snug reading nooks and rally the whole community to buy their favourite reads, can Kate and Brody save the bookshop and heal their hearts? Or will their fresh start come crashing down? From the million-copy bestselling author of the Comfort Food Café series comes a brand-new, totally addictive and feel-good escapist romance with delicious steam and spice. Perfect for anyone who loves getting lost in a book - in more ways than one! Fans of Susan Mallery, Phillipa Ashley and Laurie Gilmore won't be able to put this down. Read what everyone's saying about Debbie Johnson: 'Wow, what a book! I wish I could read it again for the first time... Dreamy... Laugh-out-loud... Gave you that fuzzy feeling inside from start to finish.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Oh wow what a rollercoaster! I laughed, I cried and I couldn't put this book down.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Fantastic, I just couldn't put it down... Magical... the go-to read to make you feel good about everything... Heart-warming.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A heart-warming story that will tug at your heart... Should have been made into a Hallmark movie it was so good!... I simply laughed out loud... 5 stars.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I loved this book!... I was hooked into this book from the very first page... Had me wiping away the tears... Heart-warming... What more could I ask for!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Like a cozy bear hug of a story... A total joy to read... I devoured this book in a day... I couldn't get enough of it. I loved every single word.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Gave me all the feels... This is seriously a must read!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

"Sharp, brilliantly plotted, and totally engrossing."--KAREN M. MCMANUS, New York Times bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying "A crafty, dark, and disturbing story."--KATHLEEN GLASGOW, New York Times bestselling author of Girl In Pieces "A little bit Riverdale and a little bit Veronica Mars."--RILEY SAGER, bestselling author of Final Girls A Goodreads Best Young Adult Book of the Year Nominee From the author of The Darkest Corners and Little Monsters comes an all-new edge-of-your-seat thriller set in upstate New York about an eerie sequence of seemingly unrelated events that leaves five cheerleaders dead. There are no more cheerleaders in the town of Sunnybrook. First there was the car accident--two girls dead after hitting a tree on a rainy night. Not long after, the murders happened. Those two girls were killed by the man next door. The police shot him, so no one will ever know his reasons. Monica's sister was the last cheerleader to die. After her suicide, Sunnybrook High disbanded the cheer squad. No one wanted to be reminded of the girls they'd lost. That was five years ago. Now the faculty and students at Sunnybrook High want to remember the lost cheerleaders. But for Monica, it's not that easy. She just wants to forget. Only, Monica's world is starting to unravel. There are the letters in her stepdad's desk, an unearthed, years-old cell phone, a strange new friend at school. . . . Whatever happened five years ago isn't over. Some people in town know more than they're saying. And somehow, Monica is at the center of it all. There are no more cheerleaders in Sunnybrook, but that doesn't mean anyone else is safe. More Praise for Kara Thomas: " Gripping from start to finish . . . with twists that left me shocked."--VICTORIA AVEYARD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Queen " You'll be up all night tearing through the pages."--BUSTLE "This deliciously deceptive thriller ...is a must-have."-- SLJ

***A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK 2026*** THE STUNNING DEBUT NOVEL FROM A NEW STAR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SUSPENSE 'So, so, so good! You don't know what's real and you don't know who to trust. I couldn't put it down . . . you're going to lose your mind over it' REESE WITHERSPOON 'A gripping courtroom drama I absolutely inhaled' GRAZIA 'A courtroom drama with the pulse of a thriller . . . kept me gripped from page one' PRIMA 'Dark and suspenseful, In Her Defence will keep you on your toes, questioning who to trust' WOMAN'S OWN 'Exploring many forms of love and abuse, In Her Defence is enraging and moving at the same time' LITERARY REVIEW 'In Her Defence has pace, the lush backdrop of Rome, and many wonderfully wealthy characters destroying their lives' THE TIMES Everyone is watching . . . Wealthy and famous, Anna Finbow stands in court, accusing therapist Jean Guest of brainwashing her daughter Mary to gain access to her trust fund. Jean claims that the dark memories she's helped Mary uncover are real. That therapy has offered her a chance to finally heal from childhood trauma, and she would be better off away from her family's damaging influence. I'll tell you now . . . you shouldn't believe either of them. 'Smart, elegant and endlessly unsettling' ABIGAIL DEAN 'A brilliant mix of courtroom drama, psychological thriller and love story' JP DELANEY 'A stunning debut' ERIN KELLY 'I was completely hooked from the first page to the very last!' MEGAN MIRANDA 'Beautifully written and brilliantly addictive' VALERIE KEOGH 'Haunting and twisty' LIV CONSTANTINE 'I devoured it' DEBBIE HOWELLS 'A star-making debut' JULIA HEABERLIN READERS ARE RAVING ABOUT IN HER DEFENCE 'WHAT. A. BOOK. I just finished and I am totally shook' 'Twisty, thrilling and unputdownable. If I could give it more than five stars I would' 'This book is so suspenseful it practically feels like horror' 'Razor-sharp plotting and deeply believable characters' 'I LOVE a courtroom drama, but this was so much more!'

Author, activist, and TED speaker Ashton Applewhite has written a rousing manifesto calling for an end to discrimination and prejudice on the basis of age. In our youth obsessed culture, we're bombarded by media images and messages about the despairs and declines of our later years. Beauty and pharmaceutical companies work overtime to convince people to purchase products that will retain their youthful appearance and vitality. Wrinkles are embarrassing. Gray hair should be colored and bald heads covered with implants. Older minds and bodies are too frail to keep up with the pace of the modern working world and olders should just step aside for the new generation. Ashton Applewhite once held these beliefs too until she realized where this prejudice comes from and the damage it does. Lively, funny, and deeply researched, This Chair Rocks traces her journey from apprehensive boomer to pro-aging radical, and in the process debunks myth after myth about late life. Explaining the roots of ageism in history and how it divides and debases, Applewhite examines how ageist stereotypes cripple the way our brains and bodies function, looks at ageism in the workplace and the bedroom, exposes the cost of the all-American myth of independence, critiques the portrayal of elders as burdens to society, describes what an all-age-friendly world would look like, and offers a rousing call to action. It's time to create a world of age equality by making discrimination on the basis of age as unacceptable as any other kind of bias. Whether you're older or hoping to get there, this book will shake you by the shoulders, cheer you up, make you mad, and change the way you see the rest of your life. Age pride! "Wow. This book totally rocks. It arrived on a day when I was in deep confusion and sadness about my age. Everything about it, from my invisibility to my neck. Within four or five wise, passionate pages, I had found insight, illumination, and inspiration. I never use the word empower, but this book has empowered me." -Anne Lamott, New York Times bestselling author

Preorder Mhairi's new novel COVER STORY - coming soon! A SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOK OF 2023 'Everything you want from a rom com and satisfyingly knotty with proper, recognisable characters. She just gets better and better' JOJO MOYES 'I LOVE her books PASSIONATELY and this is her best yet' MARIAN KEYES 'She's so ridiculously talented . . . consider this recommendation my personal gift to you and your life' EMILY HENRY When Joe and Roisin join their group of friends for a weekend away, it's a triple celebration - a birthday, an engagement and the launch of Joe's new crime drama on TV. But when Roisin sees secrets she shared with Joe play out on the TV screen, she knows that between us means nothing at all. Roisin finds herself searching for clues to the truth - about her life, their history, and the man she thought she loved. And it's then that Roisin finds the most unexpected plot twist of them all. Among those same old friends, there's a surprising potential for new beginnings . . . EVERYONE LOVES BETWEEN US 'Mhairi McFarlane's ninth novle is a treat . . . totally swoonworthy' The Times 'Mhairi writes with such magic, I am completely in awe . . . smart, funny, compelling - all things I've come to expect from Mhairi McFarlane's books and more' LUCY VINE 'I love Mhairi McFarlane's books and this was no exception . . . it's clever and engrossing and sharp' LOUISE O'NEILL 'No one writes like Mhairi and somehow she gets better with every book. So clever, so heartfelt and so unbelievably funny, Between Us is a perfect book' LINDSEY KELK 'So funny and smart. She's brilliant at writing characters you really fancy, and characters you love to hate' DAISY BUCHANAN 'Mhairi is simply the best of the best, I adore everything she writes and I'm forever in awe of her talent . . . she makes me howl with laughter' EMMA HUGHES 'Buoyant and funny and warm, but still with enough realism and wryness to satisfy the cynic . . . A total treat!' NIAMH HARGAN 'Another cracking read, but something different too. Wise, clever . . . a brilliant rollercoaster of a romance' PERNILLE HUGHES 'A heart-swelling romance' Best

' I honestly believe this is one of the best books that I've read this year! ' NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You're not who you say you are. But neither is she. Olive Anderson has accepted that tonight she'll be dining alone, without her husband. So when a beautiful stranger appears at Olive's dinner table, telling the waiter she's her wife, Olive is immediately unsettled. But the stranger wants to talk, and isn't this what Olive wants on this lonely winter night? To vent to a perfect stranger? She's too ashamed to tell her real friends the truth - six months into the marriage they all warned her against, her life is a living nightmare. Perhaps Olive should have asked the fake wife who she's really married to. Perhaps she should have known this chance encounter had something to do with her secretive husband. Because there is a string of missing women connected to Mr Anderson, and by the morning, Olive will be the latest... The Fake Wife is an unputdownable thriller that will shock and surprise you like the best television boxsets. If you enjoyed Netflix shows like Behind Her Eyes, The Stranger and Obsession you will love The Fake Wife. Read what everyone is saying about The Fake Wife: ' OMG this latest book by Sharon Bolton is so good , definitely worth reading ' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' You'll never guess where this book is going ' SAMANTHA DOWNING 'I swear the twists and turns you will not see coming! ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' Totally gripping , with characters who draw you in' JP DELANEY 'One thing Sharon Bolton knows how to do is write a compulsive page-turner , and The Fake Wife is just that' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A thriller that had me desperate for answers. I loved it! ' HARRIET TYCE 'Sharon Bolton has written another cracker! The twists! The tension! The characters! ' Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

When a burned book falls into the hands of a young bookbinder, she uncovers a tale of forbidden love, a fortune lost ... and murder - which puts her own life in jeopardy. Fans of The Shadow of the Wind and The Thirteenth Talewill love this thrilling historical novel, with an intriguing mystery, which is perfect for lovers of books about books. 'Thoroughly immersive and atmospheric ... This book has everything ; adventure, intrigue, romance and a lead character you can really root for' YOURS BOOK CLUB, Book Editor's Pick 'A hypnotic novel with fine writing and a skillful ability to discover the culture and society of the past ... as it is a really first-rate debut novel, I have selected it as the best book actually published in 2025 ' THE CRITIC ' Original , exciting , beautifully written' M. W. CRAVEN 'I devoured this book! Totally immersive and highly atmospheric , this page-turning debut has a magical allure that is utterly captivating ' EVIE WOODS ¿ ................... What danger could lie within a book? 'I wish you had not killed him.' Lilian Delaney, apprentice to a master bookbinder in Oxford in 1901, chafes at the confines of her life, caught between the oppressive walls of her father's bookshop and the limitations of being a woman in a man's profession. But when a burned book comes into her possession, she finds hidden beneath the binding a fifty-year-old letter speaking of love, fortune and murder. Lily is drawn into the mystery, which hints at a forbidden romance between young lovers, and learns there are other books which conceal more of the story. Lily becomes obsessed with finding them, but she is not the only one looking, and what began as a simple intrigue quickly turns dangerous. Her journey takes her across the country, to the eccentric booksellers of London, private libraries of unscrupulous collectors and the dusty archives of society papers, as she delves further into the heart of the secret. But with sinister forces closing in, willing to do anything to obtain the books, Lily's world begins to fall apart, and she must decide if uncovering the truth is worth losing everything. Praise for The Bookbinder's Secret: 'With its irresistible premise and unfolding mystery, The Bookbinder's Secret kept me hooked until the final page. A. D. Bell has brought every booklover's dream to life!' ANITA FRANK 'A delicious mystery , superbly plotted , that wraps you up in a good book in more ways than one' HESTER MUSSON ¿'Totally unputdownable for anyone who loves books and mysteries. I loved every moment' LOUISE HARE Readers give five stars to The Bookbinder's Secret: 'An incredible read' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A truly gripping, amazing book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'It's what book readers and collectors dream of' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A mixture of romance, death, sheer willpower and so much more... I never wanted to put it down' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This is a must read ... I honestly can't explain how much I enjoyed this book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow. What an intriguing book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book throws twists at you constantly. It's brilliant' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely loved this read ... couldn't put it down' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A well-constructed narrative, with strong, fully-developed characters and a plot that will keep you reading way past bedtime' ¿¿¿¿¿ Perfect for fans of: ¿Books about books ¿Historical fiction ¿Hidden mysteries ¿Forbidden romance ¿¿¿¿¿Strong FMCs ¿Colourful side characters ¿Twists, turns, and jaw-dropping secrets

When a burned book falls into the hands of a young bookbinder, she uncovers a tale of forbidden love, a fortune lost ... and murder - which puts her own life in jeopardy. Fans of The Shadow of the Wind and The Thirteenth Talewill love this thrilling historical novel, with an intriguing mystery, which is perfect for lovers of books about books. 'Thoroughly immersive and atmospheric ... This book has everything ; adventure, intrigue, romance and a lead character you can really root for' YOURS BOOK CLUB, Book Editor's Pick 'A hypnotic novel with fine writing and a skillful ability to discover the culture and society of the past ... as it is a really first-rate debut novel, I have selected it as the best book actually published in 2025 ' THE CRITIC ' Original , exciting , beautifully written' M. W. CRAVEN 'I devoured this book! Totally immersive and highly atmospheric , this page-turning debut has a magical allure that is utterly captivating ' EVIE WOODS ¿ ................... What danger could lie within a book? 'I wish you had not killed him.' Lilian Delaney, apprentice to a master bookbinder in Oxford in 1901, chafes at the confines of her life, caught between the oppressive walls of her father's bookshop and the limitations of being a woman in a man's profession. But when a burned book comes into her possession, she finds hidden beneath the binding a fifty-year-old letter speaking of love, fortune and murder. Lily is drawn into the mystery, which hints at a forbidden romance between young lovers, and learns there are other books which conceal more of the story. Lily becomes obsessed with finding them, but she is not the only one looking, and what began as a simple intrigue quickly turns dangerous. Her journey takes her across the country, to the eccentric booksellers of London, private libraries of unscrupulous collectors and the dusty archives of society papers, as she delves further into the heart of the secret. But with sinister forces closing in, willing to do anything to obtain the books, Lily's world begins to fall apart, and she must decide if uncovering the truth is worth losing everything. Praise for The Bookbinder's Secret: 'With its irresistible premise and unfolding mystery, The Bookbinder's Secret kept me hooked until the final page. A. D. Bell has brought every booklover's dream to life!' ANITA FRANK 'A delicious mystery , superbly plotted , that wraps you up in a good book in more ways than one' HESTER MUSSON ¿'Totally unputdownable for anyone who loves books and mysteries. I loved every moment' LOUISE HARE Readers give five stars to The Bookbinder's Secret: 'An incredible read' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A truly gripping, amazing book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'It's what book readers and collectors dream of' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A mixture of romance, death, sheer willpower and so much more... I never wanted to put it down' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This is a must read ... I honestly can't explain how much I enjoyed this book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow. What an intriguing book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book throws twists at you constantly. It's brilliant' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely loved this read ... couldn't put it down' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A well-constructed narrative, with strong, fully-developed characters and a plot that will keep you reading way past bedtime' ¿¿¿¿¿ Perfect for fans of: ¿Books about books ¿Historical fiction ¿Hidden mysteries ¿Forbidden romance ¿¿¿¿¿Strong FMCs ¿Colourful side characters ¿Twists, turns, and jaw-dropping secrets

When a burned book falls into the hands of a young bookbinder, she uncovers a tale of forbidden love, a fortune lost ... and murder - which puts her own life in jeopardy. Fans of The Shadow of the Wind and The Thirteenth Talewill love this thrilling historical novel, with an intriguing mystery, which is perfect for lovers of books about books. 'Thoroughly immersive and atmospheric ... This book has everything ; adventure, intrigue, romance and a lead character you can really root for' YOURS BOOK CLUB, Book Editor's Pick 'A hypnotic novel with fine writing and a skillful ability to discover the culture and society of the past ... as it is a really first-rate debut novel, I have selected it as the best book actually published in 2025 ' THE CRITIC ' Original , exciting , beautifully written' M. W. CRAVEN 'I devoured this book! Totally immersive and highly atmospheric , this page-turning debut has a magical allure that is utterly captivating ' EVIE WOODS ¿ ................... What danger could lie within a book? 'I wish you had not killed him.' Lilian Delaney, apprentice to a master bookbinder in Oxford in 1901, chafes at the confines of her life, caught between the oppressive walls of her father's bookshop and the limitations of being a woman in a man's profession. But when a burned book comes into her possession, she finds hidden beneath the binding a fifty-year-old letter speaking of love, fortune and murder. Lily is drawn into the mystery, which hints at a forbidden romance between young lovers, and learns there are other books which conceal more of the story. Lily becomes obsessed with finding them, but she is not the only one looking, and what began as a simple intrigue quickly turns dangerous. Her journey takes her across the country, to the eccentric booksellers of London, private libraries of unscrupulous collectors and the dusty archives of society papers, as she delves further into the heart of the secret. But with sinister forces closing in, willing to do anything to obtain the books, Lily's world begins to fall apart, and she must decide if uncovering the truth is worth losing everything. Praise for The Bookbinder's Secret: 'With its irresistible premise and unfolding mystery, The Bookbinder's Secret kept me hooked until the final page. A. D. Bell has brought every booklover's dream to life!' ANITA FRANK 'A delicious mystery , superbly plotted , that wraps you up in a good book in more ways than one' HESTER MUSSON ¿'Totally unputdownable for anyone who loves books and mysteries. I loved every moment' LOUISE HARE Readers give five stars to The Bookbinder's Secret: 'An incredible read' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A truly gripping, amazing book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'It's what book readers and collectors dream of' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A mixture of romance, death, sheer willpower and so much more... I never wanted to put it down' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This is a must read ... I honestly can't explain how much I enjoyed this book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Wow. What an intriguing book' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book throws twists at you constantly. It's brilliant' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely loved this read ... couldn't put it down' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'A well-constructed narrative, with strong, fully-developed characters and a plot that will keep you reading way past bedtime' ¿¿¿¿¿ Perfect for fans of: ¿Books about books ¿Historical fiction ¿Hidden mysteries ¿Forbidden romance ¿¿¿¿¿Strong FMCs ¿Colourful side characters ¿Twists, turns, and jaw-dropping secrets

Escape to the French Riviera with this totally addictive thriller about murder, memory and dark family secrets - the perfect summer read for fans of Lucy Clarke, Shalini Boland and White Lotus. We never speak of that summer . . . Twenty years ago, Nina Drayton's older sister Tamara drowned at their family's luxury villa on the Côte d'Azur. And five-year-old Nina became the child witness who helped send their babysitter, Josie Jackson, to prison for ten years. But now, true crime investigators are reopening the case - and Nina is no longer certain she remembers what really happened that summer. Returning to the French Riviera for the first time since Tamara's death, Nina is plunged back into a world of sun-bleached terraces, glittering turquoise seas and the faded opulence of her family's once-splendid villa. But beneath the picture-perfect views lies a chilling possibility: What if Josie was innocent? And if Nina's memory was wrong . . . then the real killer is still walking free. Atmospheric, twisty and impossible to put down, High Season is a gripping psychological suspense novel about trauma, guilt, obsession and the stories we tell ourselves to survive. Praise for Katie Bishop and High Season: 'Beautifully written, transportive , and thought-provoking... sizzles with suspense .' Lucy Clarke, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Castaways 'Ripped me out of my reading slump ' Ella Berman, author of Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick Before We Were Innocent 'What a great summer read ! The kind of book that will keep you entertained till the last page ' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I could hear the waves and feel the summer heat as I read it. Definitely read this book! ' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ' I was sobbing by the last paragraph . If you do not feel something while reading that chapter, check your pulse ' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I just couldn't put the book down if I tried' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ 'I could definitely see this as a Netflix/Prime series and I'd 10000% watch ' ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿

This spooky season curl up with the perfect witchy romcom for fans of Gilmore Girls, Hocus Pocus and Charmed. An absolute must-read if you love Erin Sterling's The Ex Hex and Lana Harper's Payback's a Witch! It's just a bunch of hocus pocus... Essie Winterscale lives in a huge and ever-changing house in the village of Good Winter, in deepest, darkest Essex. She lives with various witches of various ages, one of whom is still a bit salty about being hanged in the 1700s, one who keeps accidentally casting fertility spells, and one who knits things that create the future. All Essie ever wanted was to have a normal life but in the end she found herself drawn back to Beldam House because she just can't stop her witchiness (although the ability to instantly chill wine is pretty awesome, even she has to admit). Into this coven of chaos stumbles gorgeous, clueless Josh, their new landlord - and he's just discovered his tenants haven't paid rent since the 1700s! As Josh is drawn further into the lives of the inhabitants of Beldam House, Essie is determined to keep him at broomstick's length. That is, until a family secret, lying hidden for centuries, puts Josh firmly under her spell... 'Funny, smart and sassy...No one creates such brilliant worlds quite like Kate does' Julie Caplin Readers have been bewitched by Hex Appeal: 'If I could rate this book 10 stars I totally would' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'SO much fun... a must read for spooky season ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Great characters, a wonderful setting and a story that will keep you engaged to the very end' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Genuine laugh-out-loud moments' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Charming ... I loved the close-knit coven' ¿¿¿¿¿ An amazing and fun ride... the story just sucked me in' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Fast-moving plot, sharp humour... compulsively readable ' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' So much fun , definitely a good read for fall' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I love all the witchy vibes ' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Full of magic and cosy comfort... gripping and entertaining' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Enemies to lovers with magical and witchery powers' ¿¿¿¿¿

'Utterly captivating. An engrossing, propulsive novel' Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites 'A gorgeously written, at times fantastical and deeply immersive novel' Molly Aitken, author of Bright I Burn Two women. An extraordinary power. An explosive bond. In a time of revolution, their fates will lie in the turn of a card . . . It is the early days of the French Revolution and, on the streets of Paris, terror reigns. Marie Anne Adelaide Lenormand is a young woman with an extraordinary power - through her tarot cards, she can commune with the dead, revolutionaries and the aristocracy alike seeking her out to divine their fortunes. Lenormand is loyal to Marie Antoinette and the dauphin of France, but she has seen the queen's fate in the cards and must take care that it doesn't become her own. Then, one fateful day, she comes across Cait, a scullery maid from Ireland who has travelled to Paris for love. Cait has powers too - she can read people's pasts as Lenormand reads their futures. The two young women share an electrifying connection, drawn to each other's abilities. But Cait is hiding something. What will she do - and who will she betray - to bring revolution to the shores of her beloved Ireland too? Inspired by the astonishing true story of Marie-Anne Adelaide Lenormand, The Tarot Reader of Versailles is a sweeping, powerful novel where allegiances, betrayals and even fate itself can be forged or broken by the turn of a card . . . *Selected as a Bookseller pick of the month* 'Readers who like their historical fiction laced with fantastical elements will enjoy this spirited tale' The Times ' [A] propulsive epic in the company of two extraordinary women' Daily Mail 'A complex, epic and engrossing tale' Caroline Lea, author of Love, Sex & Frankenstein 'I was totally swept up in this epic story of fate and betrayal, love and intrigue. Every twist left me reeling' Danielle Giles, author of Mere 'Thrilling, compelling and beautifully woven' Aoife Fitzpatrick, author of The Red Bird Sings 'Feminist, fantastical and flawlessly imagined' Natasha Solomons 'Lush, lyrical and utterly captivating' Kim Curran, author of The Morrigan

Read the books people are calling: "Agatha Christie meets The Fantastic Mr. Fox!" Winner of New York Book Reviews best read of 2020! "... edge-of-your-seat storytelling." "... a delightful, captivating novel..." "Riveting and adventure-packed!" Synopsis : A unique fable about what it means to be a hero told from the perspective of a raccoon named Gary. At the urging of his friend Jenny, Gary discovers he has the ability to impersonate other wild and domestic animals. At first, the goal is to access the wealth of resources inside the houses of the people living near their forest homes. But when some of the animals are found dead, the pair uses their newfound skills to help uncover who or what is behind the murders. Can Gary overcome his past to be the hero everyone needs? Recent Reviews: I absolutely loved Unmasked and thought this was a very entertaining read! Jenifer Kanin does a fantastic job presenting the underlying themes of heroism and overcoming challenges in life in such an uplifting and humorous way. I laughed out loud several times while reading this and even highlighted a few sections that I know will bring a smile to my face on a bad day. The humor is beautifully woven into thought-provoking prose that left me asking myself many of the same questions Gary had for himself.- Lex 5 Stars on Goodreads This story is witty, adorable, thought-provoking, and heart-wrenching. It asks us to think about who we choose to be & teaches self-responsibility. I can easily see this being picked up for a movie or television show. There's so much personality in these characters.- Jami 5 Stars on Goodreads To my surprise, this book gave me a wonderful experience and was totally unputdownable. A very well-written, adventurous ride with a taste of suspenseful mystery that will surely make an impact on your way of living life and how you think in every situation.- Elysian Bookography 5 Stars on Goodreads This was a very unique and creative book. At first glance, you might think it was written for younger readers, but the story is written in a way that the underlying theme is certainly meant for someone who has lived a few years and had a few regrets... A very unique and enjoyable read. Quite unlike anything I have read recently. I Will be looking for any more books by Jenifer Kanin.- Ralph 5 Stars on Goodreads The writing is crisp and clear, and the writer does a great job of creating tension, leading you to a cliffhanger and then making you wait to see what happens next!- Dee-Ann 5 Stars on Goodreads Riveting and adventure-packed!- Percolating Publications 5 Stars on Goodreads 5.0 out of 5 stars! Fav mystery book of the year!- Amazon Review