'Fascinating, flawed characters, an intriguing plot, a steamy heatwave setting and ooh - that ending! Loved it.' Jackie KablerEvery screenwriter knows the best stories come from the truth...But the truth can be terrifyingMarnie thought she'd left behind her days of writing 'celebrity' tell-all memoirs, but when her big break as a screenwriter turns to dust she's forced to take another ghost writing job.Except this time it's for someone who is actually famous. Or rather, infamous. Blythe Hopper. A reclusive former Hollywood star who recently murdered her screenwriter husband.And Marnie has her own reasons for wanting to meet Blythe, not least because of an email she received from Blythe's husband, sent two days after he was shot dead.But Marnie soon learns Blythe is not a woman to be messed with.Dark secrets lurk at the Hoppers' palatial London home - secrets long buried, which Marnie is determined to unearth. At any price.Because this isn't just about Blythe's past.It's about Marnie's too._ _'In this creepy, addictive page-turner, Amanda Reynolds plays with the toxicity of fame, and has you looking over your shoulder until the very last page.' Jane Bailey'...a clever and timely tale of ambition and revenge, with complex but compelling characters... Amanda Reynolds is such a vivid and visual writer, I am sure this will make it onto our screens.' Jo Callaghan'A luxurious mansion falling into disrepair, a glamorous Hollywood star facing a murder charge, and an ambitious writer with secrets of her own ... the perfect set-up for a completely gripping, deliciously dark thriller.' Phoebe Locke'I was totally hooked from the first chapter ... Amanda Reynolds really had my eyes glued to the page' netgalley reviewer'a compelling examination of the human psyche, showcasing Reynolds' ability to delve into the complexities of her characters' netgalley reviewer'An entertaining story with twists and a range of unforgettable characters.' netgalley reviewer'an engrossing novel that had me hooked until the very end.' netgalley reviewer

Get ready to be totally gripped by the suspense-packed and atmospheric new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Girl on the Train. *****'Blew me away. I want to read it again IMMEDIATELY . ' 5-STAR Reader Review***** *****Longlisted for the Theakston Crime Novel of the Year***** For twelve hours each day, the Scottish island of Eris is cut off from the mainland. No way in. No way out. The island's only house is home to Grace - content in her own isolation, guarding the island's past. But when a shocking discovery is made in an art gallery in London, Grace receives an unexpected visitor. And the secrets of Eris threaten to emerge. Suddenly, this is a very dangerous time to be alone . . . **INCLUDES A BONUS SHORT STORY FROM THE AUTHOR** Readers are OBSESSED with The Blue Hour ! 'I soaked up EVERY BIT of this book, savoured every word . . . Brilliant!' 5-STAR Reader Review 'An irresistible, GRIPPING story that I was completely immersed in from page one.' 5-STAR Reader Review 'Intensely dark, with a brilliant ending. I absolutely LOVED it!' 5-STAR READER REVIEW 'Gorgeous and chilling .' SHARI LAPENA, bestselling author of She Didn't See it Coming 'Unnervingly unputdownable .' Independent ' The best Paula Hawkins yet - by a tense and haunting mile' LEE CHILD, bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series ' Extremely hard to put down ' MICK HERRON, bestselling author of Slow Horses 'A twisty, dark thriller , this is Paula Hawkins' best book since The Girl on the Train' RED 'Unforgiving and irresistible' VAL McDERMID, bestselling author of the detective Karen Pirie series 'REALLY good. Highly recommended! ' MARIAN KEYES, bestselling author of My Favourite Mistake **WINNER of Good Housekeeping UK's GH GOOD BOOKS Collection** The Girl on the Train, global No.1 bestseller, The Bookseller Feb 2024 Paula Hawkins, Sunday Times bestseller, September 2025 [Cover may vary]

Love Lyla Sage? Return to the haunted town of Sweetwater Peak with her brand-new small-town romance Free Falling. Available for pre-order now! 'Deliciously addictive . . . as sizzling as it is emotional and vulnerable' - Elena Armas, author of The Spanish Love Deception She thrives in chaos. He prefers routine. The only thing they have in common? How much they hate each other. Teddy Andersen doesn't have a plan. She's never needed one. She's more of a go-with-the-flow type of girl, but for some reason, the flow doesn't seem to be going her way this time. Gus Ryder has a lot on his plate. He's always been the dependable one, but when his workload starts to overwhelm him, he has to admit that he can't manage everything on his own. He needs help. His little sister's best friend, the woman he can't stand, is not who he had in mind. But when no one else can step in, Teddy's the only option he's got. Tempers flare, tension builds, and for the first time ever, Gus and Teddy start to see each other in a different light. As new feelings start to simmer below the surface, they must decide whether they should act on them. Can they keep things cool? Or will both of them get burned? Readers can't get enough of Lost and Lassoed . . . 'The perfect small-town romance' 'By far one of the greatest enemies to lovers romances I've ever read' 'I ate this book up!' 'Queen Lyla Sage has done it again' 'Gus and Teddy have run away with my heart!' 'The spice scenes were unmatched' 'This duo's banter is off ¿¿¿¿ the ¿¿¿¿ charts ¿¿¿¿' 'Kicking my feet and giggling' 'An easy 5 stars for me!' 'Totally loved this book!' Lost and Lassoed, instant New York Times bestseller, November 2024. Soul Searching, No. 1 New York Times bestseller, October 2025.

'Tense and compulsive' Louise Candlish 'Suspicion, betrayal and dark secrets abound' T. M. Logan TELL ME YOUR SECRETS... When Alice and Leo move into a newly renovated house in The Circle, an exclusive gated community, it is everything they've dreamed of. But appearances can be deceptive... As Alice is getting to know her neighbours, she discovers a devastating secret about her new home, and begins to feel a strong connection with the therapist who lived there before. Alice becomes obsessed with trying to piece together what happened. But no one wants to talk about it. And her neighbours are hiding something... The million-copy Sunday Times bestselling author B A Paris returns to her heartland of gripping psychological suspense in this powerful tale of a house that holds a shocking secret. ****** Praise for The Therapist: 'Alice's smart new home in The Circle comes with a nightmarish secret in B A Paris's tense and compulsive new thriller - I gobbled it up in two sittings' Louise Candlish 'Suspicion, betrayal and dark secrets abound in this tense story - all hidden just beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect suburban life' T. M. Logan 'A delicious web of lies. Be prepared for your head to spin and your fingers to fly!' Jane Corry 'B A Paris is the queen of psychological thrillers and her latest does not disappoint' My Weekly 'This spooky thriller with excellent twists and a really fast-paced shock finale' Heat 'Totally hooked. Completely gripping' Mel McGrath 'A propulsive and deliciously dark page-turner. Perfectly paced and tightly plotted' Lucy Clarke 'Domestic suspense at its very best. An aspirational setting, an unsolved crime, a plethora of suspects and twisted allegiances at every turn ... I loved it' Caz Frear 'Tense and suspenseful ... a delicious slice of suburban noir shot through with secrets, lies, paranoia and the unsettling claustrophobia of a staunchly closed community' Kia Abdullah

"You know," he said, as he got the glimmer of an idea, "it would teach my father a lesson if I married someone totally unsuitable and took them home." Crown Prince Rupert of Simigile had been ordered to get married. Immediately. To the point where he wasn't allowed to return home to Simigile until he had secured a marriage contract. Stuck at Monce, definitely not mooning over King Consort Jaq, Rupert's eye was caught by a man in a particularly gaudy robe. He was short of stature, bedecked in jewels and reminded Rupert of a peacock. Better yet, he was a lowly prince from a family with numerous siblings. The perfect undesirable prince. Ordering a contract be drawn up immediately, Rupert headed for home. He had events to attend, and he had no intention of taking his new husband with him. "All right then, my lovely people. What have we got? Can we work this marriage business to our advantage, or do I need to pull in a favor at the World Council and get this debacle stopped for reasons of national security or something similar?" Prince Winter of Martingale had been "working" when he was spotted by Crown Prince Rupert at the Monce coronation. Living a life few knew about, and intensely committed to keep his secrets, Rupert's offer for his hand in marriage was a wrinkle in his plans. Determined to make the best of a frankly annoying situation, Winter and his staff headed for Simigile immediately. Once there Winter found out why the king had been so insistent that his only son find a spouse. The mystery was why Rupert hadn't simply married someone he already knew. It wasn't like the man didn't have any friends... or did he? People are gossiping that I'm an unfit husband, and I think damn Tristan is trying to blackmail me by wanting to set up house with me. What are you going to do about it? Rupert's wish to hang onto his past life was never going to happen. When he and Winter are forced, through unusual circumstances, to actually get to know each other, Rupert was surprised by how complex his new husband was. But a happy ever after is never guaranteed, especially with sword-wielding friends and grumpy gryphons determined to keep them apart. The Most Unsuitable Prince can be read as a standalone. It features a crown prince who's default setting is grumpy, and a prince with a far sunnier personality despite his name. The story features friendly kings, treacherous friends, and well-kept secrets that have to come out eventually. Rupert and Winter's story has an HEA - eventually. It is a story intended for adults only.

Bea was always early for everything. Even, it turned out, when she was running away from her life.'As Christmas approaches, Bea Preston has a choice.Looking up at the departures board in Heathrow airport, her flight to New York boarding soon, she knows that getting on that plane changes everything. Her life in London has grown stale, her relationship with boyfriend Dom has run its course, and New York has always been her dream. But it's a risk - she'll miss her parents, her friends, her job.What if Bea could live both lives? In one she goes back home for Christmas, and in another she heads to the Big Apple. Would her fate remain the same, or can one decision really change everything?In a grand sliding-doors love story that spans oceans, years and lives, Clare Swatman's unforgettable tale of fate and friendship is perfect for all fans of Jojo Moyes, Beth Moran and Ruth Jones.Praise for Clare Swatman:'Utterly believable, charming and immersive, full of acute emotional insights and truths, this is a novel every women will identify with. Highly recommended.' F.L. Everett'It was so easy to get absorbed into the world Clare Swatman has created for Beth. I felt her losses and disappointments acutely, which only made the ending more satisfying. It really kept me guessing, too.' Laura Pearson'Warm, immersive and hugely relatable, The Lost Letters of Evelyn Wright really tugged at my heartstrings. I galloped through this story of friendship, motherhood and love in all its forms.' Lisa Timoney'Swatman does it again! An engaging read about heartbreak, navigating new normals and finding your feet in a new life you never expected to have. One to curl up with on a rainy day.' Rachel Dove'Irresistible... A delightfully bittersweet story that will appeal to fans of One Day' - Sunday MirrorReaders love Clare Swatman:'A treasure of a read and one I'm sure I will come back to again in the future.''One of the many reasons I've grown to really love the author's books - as well as for her quite wonderful storytelling - is because of their exceptional emotional authenticity...Original, engaging, emotional, uplifting, and filled with warmth - I really loved it.''Excellent story, I couldn't put it down, first book I've read in a while that shows the true feelings of breaking up and starting over.''I absolutely loved this book. A story of friendships, heartbreak, new beginnings, forgiveness. Oh and a couple of cute dogs. The story had me totally absorbed from start to finish. Thoroughly enjoyed.''What a thoroughly enjoyable story. Lovely characters that you get to know and like. I was sorry when it was over and look forward to reading more by this author.

' 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

He wore darkness with such graceful ease... Twilight meets Gossip Girl in the spiciest, most addictive vampire series of the year by million-copy bestselling author and TikTok sensation Geneva Lee. Get ready for your vampire obsession. It's been a month since Thea Melbourne's world was turned upside down by a vampire. Now she's returned home, where her mother lies in a coma. Struggling to return to the life she left behind, she's selling off her gifted couture to pay the bills, avoiding her concerned roommates, and trying to forget the sexy, irresistible vampire who started it all. Julian Rousseaux knows he should stay away from Thea. In fact, the vampire council demands it. The problem is that she haunts his every thought... When a new threat emerges, he faces the hardest choice he's made in 900 years: pray that she's safer without him or propose a new arrangement to keep her at his side. One that forces them to confront their own dark secrets while resisting the temptation to cross the line and claim each other ... forever. READERS ARE OBSESSED ' My God, I absolutely devoured this book . I haven't been this excited for a book in a long time. It was brilliant . The characters are fantastic and I love the story.... Where can I find a vampire like Julian? Everyone needs one in their life ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' SO DAMN GOOD!!! This was amazing start to finish! I love Julian and Thea, I loved seeing their relationship grow, I loved seeing Thea learn more about herself, and I honestly just love the world -it's so magical and has all these secrets I want to know about. I'm absolutely addicted to this series! ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' THIS IS TOO DAMN GOOD! GENEVA LEE HAS DONE THE DAMN THING AGAINNN!!! ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 'I am a vamp girl deep in my bones, and this book made my dead black heart sing ... This book gave me all the feels : happy, sad, angry, confused, love, LUST' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' I literally read this in a day because it was so good! ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' WHEN I SAY I LOVE THIS SERIES I MEAN I LOVE IT! Julien and Thea I absolutely adore you - the love, compassion and bond you guys have is the best... I read this book in one sitting it was that good , they are soo addictive and compelling and I will be recommending this series for the rest of my life ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' I am absolutely feral for this modern paranormal romance with a reality show vibe . I knew I had to pounce on the first that came out and I have been hooked since ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' Julian is totally BOOK HUSBAND material! ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' Can a book take your virginity again?? Asking for a friend' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088 ' This series is pushing all my current TBR to the side . I totally recommend reading! ' &#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088&#11088

' 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

The girl in the photo was laughing, her head thrown back, her lips painted a bright red. Jessie could feel the simple joy reflected in that moment. And as she looked closer, she saw the same gold cross and chain that had adorned the first victim's neck. When a young woman falls to her death from a parking garage, the Boston police department rule it as a suicide. But when Jessie Novak examines the scene, she isn't so sure… The girl's delicate hands are bruised and her fingernails torn: evidence of a struggle. Did someone push her from the roof? Then a second young woman is found dead, this time at the foot of her dorm building, her hands injured in the same way as the first victim's with a gold cross and chain clutched in her fist. Jessie is convinced there is a connection and that a twisted killer is on the loose. Just as Jessie thinks she is closing in on the culprit, her worst fears are realized: a third girl is found dead. The gap between murders is closing: the killer is getting more confident. He will never stop until he is caught. But little does Jessie know that, while she works to pick up the trail of her suspect, he is already on hers. She is the only one who can stop this monster before he kills again—but to save the next innocent life, is she prepared to risk her own? A thrilling and totally gripping crime thriller that will grab you from the start and not let go until the final, heart-stopping page. Utterly addictive reading for fans of Lisa Regan, Angela Marsons and Tess Gerritsen. Readers are loving Her Mother's Cry: "WOW! I am actually at a loss for words. This is the first book in a little while that I have got 100% stuck into and refused to put down. Reading late into the night and finishing in the early hours… Everything you could possibly want from a crime thriller. A pace that keeps you guessing and keeps you hooked. The creepiness that had the hairs on my arms standing up." Chloe's Reading Room "Another fantastic five star read from this author… Intense, chilling and gripping. This book had me sat on the edge of my seat and constantly holding my breath and as for the climax I literally have no nails left. This author has done it again. A must read series and another explosive addition to this gripping and very addictive series. Loved it!!!!" NetGalley reviewer "Suspense, action, intrigue, murder and a great who-done-it!… Gave me the chills." Goodreads reviewer.

It's that time of year again, snowflakes are fluttering and the countdown to Christmas has begun! Twenty-seven-year-old Holly Devine has just had her heart well and truly broken. Hurt by the two people she loves the most, she flees to her eccentric Aunt Clara's cosy cottage to hide away over the winter season. But kind, impulsive Aunt Clara has other ideas… She's not about to see her favourite niece wallowing in sadness during the most wonderful time of the year. So, with the help of her close circle of friends and plenty of gin, she creates a handmade advent calendar for Holly. Every day Holly opens a new door and has a different task to complete. She soon finds herself asking out a complete stranger – gorgeous, cheeky pub landlord, Finn Jackson. But as handsome Finn gets involved in her festive challenges, Holly's determination to avoid romance is put to the test. Still, Finn's far too carefree and single for true love, isn't he? As Holly begins to embrace each day – a complete makeover, building the biggest snowman she's ever seen, singing in a karaoke contest – Finn is there adding fun and laughter to every moment. Holly starts to realise that she can become the person she's always wanted to be… But a secret from Finn's past threatens to turn Holly's Christmas upside down and makes her question everything she has experienced in the last few weeks. Will Finn open up to Holly in time to show her how he really feels? And will she complete the advent calendar challenges and fall in love this Christmas? It's time to curl up for a delicious Christmas romance about daring to take chances, opening yourself up to love, and being true to who you really are. Perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Debbie Johnson and Debbie Macomber. Readers are falling in love with The Christmas Countdown! 'Oh how I loved this book. Spent my whole afternoon reading it and once I finished it, I was filled with joy… You get so involved with these characters… Honestly, this was such a good book. Would recommend it to everyone.' Goodreads Reviewer 'This was such a heartwarming Christmas romance and I absolutely loved Holly and Finn and was smiling through all their cute moments. This book made me so happy!' Goodreads Reviewer 'I adored the Christmas-y setting… While this is a super cute romance story, the main plot, at least, as I viewed it, was about Holly finding herself… Sunflower Island is a perfect setting for adorable romantic comedies and I would love to see more stories set here. It was a totally feel-good story that made me excited for Christmas.' Books Over Everything

A totally gorgeous romance from million-copy bestselling author, Kate Hewitt!Welcome to the town of Starr's Fall, where Autumn can feel like it goes on forever, and two people have a chance to fall in love... The leaves are falling, with a crispness to the air, along with the scents of coffee and pumpkin spice, past a half-empty street of shuttered storefronts and a bandstand that has seen better days... Just like the whole town of Starr's Fall, thinks Laurie Ellis - as she and her beloved dog Max head to collect the store keys. Maybe she has seen better days, too, but she's certainly ready for a new start-and to leave her past behind. Still Laurie wonders whether she made a terrible mistake in coming to lovable but shabby Starr's Fall. Will she even find customers for her pet store and bakery, never mind a community to welcome and accept her? Not according to Joshua Reilly , the handsome but grumpy manager of the bookstore across the road, who claims he's never heard of anything so ridiculous as a bakery for dogs. But Laurie remains stubbornly undeterred. She's starting over, right here. Not least because she has another secret reason for being here... one she isn't telling anybody, at least not yet, as it involves her own tragic past. What she doesn't yet know is that a clue to the mystery is hidden deep in Joshua's bookstore. And he doesn't yet realize that Laurie herself might be the key to mending his own battered heart... for Laurie and Joshua and the whole town, it's going to be a fall to remember. Readers LOVE Coming Home to Starr's Fall: "Loving the Gilmore Girls vibes of this gorgeous series. Starr's Fall has stolen my heart! Beautiful setting, an adorable dog, fabulous community and a grumpy-sunshine combination. What more could you want? " Bestselling author, Jessica Redland " The most gorgeous escapist romance! Think Gilmore Girls but add in a bookshop and an irresistible grumpy/sunshine romance. Don't miss it! " Bestselling author, Amy Andrews " I couldn't get enough of this story and Starr's Fall .... A cozy fall book and I loved every minute of it! " Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ " You know when a book hits the spot at the right time? Well this book was that for me... I just had a smile on my face while I was reading it ... I can't wait for the next book set in this beautiful town." Reader Review ¿¿¿¿ " I adored this book, it's absolutely perfect for this Autumnal season , described in the book perfectly, the leaves are falling, with a crispness to the air and scents of coffee and pumpkin spice ." Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ "This book really transported me to Starr's Fall. I could smell the fall air and feel the leaves crunch under my feet. I love how sweet this story is . Also, I love the journey that we go on with our main character. Packing my bags to move here immediately! " Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ "I loved this book so much!!! It's the perfect book for the fall! It was emotional and heartwarming." Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ "Okay, this book was adorable ! Coming Home to Starr's Fall made me wish I could call Starr's Fall home... If you love autumn, dogs and cats, small towns, slow burns, closed doors/clean and wholesome romance, and Gilmore Girls vibes, you need to read this! " Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿

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

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

As soon as we sat on the ride I knew something was wrong. I couldn't relax. I couldn't hear the theme park music, the giggles of my two other children. I'd left my baby in someone else's care. And I knew I'd made a mistake… With her two beautiful children and newborn baby Ella, Lily's life is full of love and laughter. She gave up her job to be a stay-at-home mother, and though she sometimes envies the freedom of best friend Hannah, Lily wouldn't trade it for anything. But Lily's world implodes when Hannah disappears with Ella one day, and Lily fears from the text message she receives that Hannah doesn't intend to come back: "You don't deserve her." It's true that Lily has been keeping secrets about her marriage from Hannah, ones she thought only she and her husband knew. Suddenly Lily realises that there are things she doesn't know about Hannah too – and that by keeping her husband's secrets, she might pay the ultimate price. A rollercoaster ride of emotions, "Save My Daughter" will break your heart. Fans of Jodi Picoult, Kate Hewitt and Diane Chamberlain will be swept away by Sam Vickery's utterly gorgeous novel. What readers are saying about "Save My Daughter": 'Wow!!… Absolutely breathtaking and heart-stopping… Have your tissues at the ready ladies and gents cause this one is a complete tear jerker!!! It is an absolute rollercoaster ride of emotions… It sucked me in from page one until the tear jerking ending… Jodi Picoult and Diane Chamberlain have some strong competition… gorgeous, heartbreaking, page-turning, tear-jerking and powerful.' Bookworm 86, 5 stars 'Powerful, intense and an incredibly emotional read… some intense emotional scenes that totally tugged on my heart strings.' Heidi Lynn's Book Reviews, 5 stars 'Oh my word what just happened?… Nothing is what it seems in this book… wooow (read that 5 times)… make[s] you want to sob for a while and a little longer.' Hey Anci.

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

"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