Bloomsbury presents Hidden Treasure, written and read by Jessie Burton ***This audiobook features a bonus conversation with author Jessie Burton*** From the bestselling author of The Miniaturist. Jessie Burton's Hidden Treasure is the phenomenal page-turning story of two children whose lives collide when they find an ancient treasure with the power to return to them the most precious thing they have ever lost 'A jewel of a book. An exciting and absorbing adventure story full of magic and wonder. A rare feat.' – Katya Balen, author of October, October 'For anybody who believes in love and magic and trying to do the right thing.' – Abigail Dean, Bestselling author of Girl A and Day One 'Burton effortlessly combines a high-stakes mystery and characters with true emotional depth. A story that stayed with me long after turning the final page' – A.F Steadman For the people who live on the banks of the Thames, the river is a living, breathing thing. It can take your treasures. It can hide your treasures. And, sometimes, it can give them back. Bo and Billy are two children who have never met. Billy is an orphan. Bo's dad died when she was small and now her brother is off to war. Both children are poor, but they have each found half of a priceless treasure, given up by the river. A treasure which – when the pieces are reunited – holds the power to give back to one of them the most precious thing they have ever lost. But should the treasure be put back together again? And why has the river given it up now? For fans of Katherine Rundell and Philip Pullman's The Ruby in the Smoke, Hidden Treasure is a classic in the making, with a rip-roaring plot, spine-tingling twists and an unforgettable cast of characters. 'A glorious, glittering story that shines with magic, friendship and wonder. Unmissable.' – Pari Thomson, author of Greenwild: The World Behind the Door 'What a gift of a book. Jessie Burton hits the absolute sweet spot of peril and joy, of adventure and delicious detail, with characters that felt absolutely real to me. It's a future classic.' – Francesca Segal, author of The Innocents. 'Captivating, magical, Jessie Burton's Hidden Treasure sweeps you up and holds you entranced until the end.' – Kate Williams, British Historian and Author 'Stunning, so finely crafted it's as if the author found it shaped and complete like a treasure itself' – Hilary McKay 'A gripping, high-stakes mystery with so much heart, I loved it' – Elodie Harper, author of The Wolf Den 'A beautiful and moving story' – Louise O'Neil 'Totally transporting and beguiling, Hidden Treasure sweeps you up in its tide and releases you feeling like you've discovered treasure' – Stacey Halls, author of The Familiar

"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, ¿¿¿¿¿

Preorder the BRAND NEW instalment in the Village Detectives Cozy Mystery Series from Fiona Walker We regret to announce the tragic death of Phoebe Fredericks... When crime novelist Phoebe opens the post and receives an invitation to her own funeral, she's horrified. Not least because the date of her death is marked as tomorrow. Deciding it's nothing more than a prank from an enemy from her past, she determines to put it to the back of her mind. But the next morning, when her completely infuriating postman (who likes to think himself her no.1 literary critic) rings her doorbell, a parcel of poisoned pen-nibs explodes in his face. Forced to confront the fact her correspondence is more RIP than RSVP, Phoebe realises someone must want her dead. Together with the newly-formed Village Detectives - Juno, Mil and Felix - Phoebe resolves to find out who is behind the poison pen letters before they strike again and her fate is signed, sealed and delivered!An totally hilarious, modern cozy crime mystery, from million-copy bestselling author Fiona Walker, perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Janet Evanovich and Janice Hallett. Readers are loving the Village Detective series: 'Engrossing... Kind of reminds me of a cross between the Agatha Raisin TV series and Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum books, both of which I love. This is the perfect, lighthearted summer read for anyone looking for some fun escapism.' Reader Review 'A crossover between a witty romcom and a cosy crime.' Reader Review 'I woke up early to read it and I struggled to put it down. The best book I've read this year. The characters were great, I got really invested in them and the storyline was gripping. Please write more!' Reader Review 'An outstanding cozy mystery based in the idyllic village of Inkbury, a beautiful location famous for its glittering river, unspoilt and clear... A briliant cozy that has the perfect balance of mystery and comedy, loved it!' Reader Review 'A great cosy mystery!' Reader Review 'Loved this! Very clever cosy with great, diverse characters... Thoroughly engaging, and very much looking forward to the next in the series.' Reader Review 'A delightfully cosy read, the main characters are fun and engaging. Having read the author's back catalogue to be reunited with Juno, Phoebe and Felix is absolute fabulous! The mystery at the centre of the book foxed me until the very end and unfolded in a very natural way. I really hope there is more to come from the Village Detectives. An entertaining read!' Reader Review 'A brilliant beginning to a new series. Reading a book written by Fiona Walker is like visiting an old friend. Lots of good memories and wanting to make more. Can't wait for the next "Village Detectives" book. Delightful, enjoyable read.' Reader Review

"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

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' ¿¿¿¿¿

***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!'

Welcome to Elydor, where kingdoms collide and love reigns supreme 🗡 The sizzling romantasy saga that's stealing hearts across the realm - perfect for fans of BookTok favourites including Fourth Wing, The Serpent and the Wings of Night, and A Court of Thorns and Roses. He was born to be a weapon. She was born to break the curse. Together, they might destroy a kingdom. As heir to Gyoria, every choice Terran has made has been forged in duty and hardened by the weight of his father's hatred for Aetherians. But when Lady Lyra, an Aetherian noblewoman, enters his life, fierce and untamed, her presence threatens to unravel the stone walls he has built around his heart. Lyra carries her own secrets, bound to magic and truth she cannot easily share. Trusting Terran could cost her everything, yet resisting him grows harder with every glance, every stolen touch and every vow whispered in the dark. As the final relics stir and the ancient Aetherian Gate stands on the brink of reopening, clans are poised to fracture and loyalties begin to splinter. To claim a future together, Terran and Lyra must decide if their love can withstand not only betrayal and bloodshed but the weight of Elydor's destiny itself... Realm of Stone and Starlight is part of the Heirs of Elydor series but can be read as an interconnected standalone. Enter the elemental world of Elydor and escape into a love so fierce it will shake the kingdoms. TROPES: Elemental magic Dual POV Enemies to lovers He falls first Touch her and die Power play Rival kingdoms Fated mates Artefact quest Praise for the Heirs of Elydor series: 'Totally addictive. Really enjoyed it from start to finish. I couldn't put the book down.' 'This story is so unique and imaginative' 'The banter was so good and the tension was wonderful.' 'This whole series has my heart.' 'A captivating fantasy world.' 'Gave me belonging, family and true friends every time I go back to it.'

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

'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, ¿¿¿¿¿

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

NEW paperback reissue, exclusively featuring... ¿¿ Never seen before **bonus chapter**, only in this paperback copy of the book ¿¿ Exclusive illustrations ¿¿ Inside cover printing ¿¿ Series spine design ¿¿ Updated cover and text design KAI I'm a single dad and starting pitcher for Chicago's MLB team. I'm stretched too thin, but I don't want help raising my son. Each of his previous nannies only lasted a few weeks before I let them go. Now, my coach is putting his foot down by hiring the one person I can't fire-his daughter. Miller Montgomery is the last woman I should fall for. Too wild, too young, and too unattached. Chicago is just a quick stop for her. I thought I'd be counting down the days until she left, but summer feels too short when I start thinking about forever. MILLER As a high-end pastry chef who recently won the most prestigious award in my industry, I'm desperate to prove I deserve it. But with a new title comes new pressure, and I can't create a fresh and inspiring dessert to save my life. With only two months to get back on track, I should be focusing in the kitchen, but instead, I let my dad talk me into using my time off to nanny for his star player's kid. Kai Rhodes forgot how to have fun, and I'm eager to jog his memory. But when he and his son start to feel like home, I have to remind us both that my time in Chicago ends with the summer. Besides, I've always been a runner, and the last thing I want is to get caught. Caught Up is the third book in the sensational Windy City series which has gripped over a million readers across the world. But don't worry if you're new round here, you'll still love it as a standalone! TROPES: ¿¿ Single Dad + nanny ¿¿ Sports romance ¿¿ Wild child FMC + responsible MMC ¿¿ One bed ¿¿ Coach's daughter ¿¿ Dual POV ¿¿ Found family ¿¿ Grumpy x Sunshine 'Addicting, sexy and tender in all the right places . . . The banter? Stellar. The yearning? So hot. The single-dad-ness of it all? Delicious. There's no wonder everyone's falling in love with Tomforde's swoony sports romance' ELENA ARMAS REAL READERS LOVE THE WINDY CITY SERIES: 'SWEET MOTHER. . . literally left a mark on my soul'¿¿¿¿¿ 'I laughed and cried and swooned'¿¿¿¿¿ 'I can't believe it's over. I want to turn back to page 1 and start all over again'¿¿¿¿¿ 'Each and every book in this series has left an imprint on my heart' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I lost count of the amount of times this book made me cry' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'They have quite literally stolen my heart and I am totally okay with that' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The spice was spicin and the romance was *chef's kiss*' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'This book took my heart, shattered it, healed it and embedded it back in my chest' ¿¿¿¿¿

BRAND NEW from Louise Guy comes a totally heart-wrenching, emotional family drama about an unforgettable dilemma, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Emma Robinson. 😭 ‍🩹 In your own darkest hour, would you help a child in need? When a teenage girl with haunted eyes enters Bec's world, she stirs something in Bec she thought she'd buried long ago. Still reeling from the loss of her husband, Bec is barely keeping her life together. But there's something about Skye, motherless, wary and alone, that reaches into the shadows of Bec's past. Twenty years ago, she was that lost girl, grieving her twin brother and cut off from her parents after one terrible night. Now, with the threat of those same parents re-entering her life, Bec makes an impulsive decision: she offers Skye food, shelter and the promise of help. When Bec's search for help brings Anna into their world, the connection feels almost fated. Anna has demons of her own. A past she's fought to bury and a brother's name she's desperate to clear. Both women believe they know what's best for Skye. But as past and present collide, each will be forced to face truths they thought they'd left behind. A completely heartbreaking family drama, like nothing you've ever read before! Order now! Readers love Louise Guy: 'OMG! I'm still flabbergasted at how brilliant this book is... Cleverly and masterfully written... Left me in awe... Another WOW read from the domestic drama goddess who has fast become one of my favourite writers.' Reader review 'WOW, WOW and WOW, this book is awesome what a fabulous story, truly do not miss this book. It had me turning the pages, so many thoughts going through my mind.' Reader review 'Wow, what a page turner... I swear that Louise's books get more intriguing with each new release - such a brilliant storyteller!!' Reader review 'What an absolute ripper of a book!!... I literally read this book in two sittings and I cannot speak highly enough of the writing and the plot, it ticked all my boxes.' Reader review 'OMG, this book was riveting. Best I've read in a long time. Had my heart in my throat but just couldn't stop turning the pages.' Reader review 'Just wonderful... An incredibly tense and suspenseful novel that is wonderfully realistic and moving... The characters are very real as are the situations... I was still reading at 5am unable to sleep until I knew what was happening. Louise writes with passion and empathy and incredible understanding... Just brilliant.' Reader review 'This book was incredible! I couldn't put it down once I picked it up... So heartfelt... It was emotional but heart-warming... A MUST READ!' Reader review 'I couldn't put it down - the very definition of a page turner.' Reader review

Turn a tumbledown Paris hotel into a perfect boutique, bookish retreat, and have it open for Christmas? What could possibly go wrong?When Anais receives a near-derelict Paris hotel in her divorce settlement, her first thought is to tidy it up and sell it immediately. All she wants is to move on and forget her disaster of a marriage ever happened.But selling it proves impossible, so she has only one option: to make it gorgeous and open by Christmas... when her funds will almost certainly run out.She's not counting on the grumpy American bar-owner next door, Noah, coming and interfering at every moment though. Nor is she expecting to find a mysterious room - which holds the key to a one-hundred-year-old secret - about a woman who chose love against the odds.One thing's for sure... as the fairy lights twinkle all over the city of lights and the first snowflakes start to fall... this will be a Christmas in Paris to remember.A totally gorgeous, escapist romantic comedy, with an unforgettable mystery! A perfect festive read for fans of Emily Henry and Sarah Morgan to curl up with this winter.Praise for Rebecca Raisin:'Captured my heart... The book had everything. Nobody can do magic to a city as Rebecca Raisin does. And Paris was never more brilliantly portrayed before. A fabulous read.' Reader Review 'Will grab your hand and pull you headfirst downs the streets and alleyways of Paris, with a wonderful cast of characters and enough twists and turns to keep you entertained right to the end. I defy you not to want to visit Paris.' Reader Review 'Ahhh I absolutely loved this book!... Made me laugh, warmed my heart... Fabulous.' Reader Review 'I just adoooore books about Paris and this one made me fall in love with it all over again with every page.' Reader Review 'This book made my heart very happy... An absolute warm hug in book form.' Reader Review 'A romance story with mystery and intrigue! Rebecca brings Paris to life in her stories and as you disappear into the book you can feel yourself wandering the streets of Paris.' Reader Review 'I have no idea how Rebecca Raisin does it, but she keeps writing enchanting heart-warming stories, that you never want to end... I would suggest curling up on the sofa, with a glass of something, and some chocolate (the French food descriptions will make you hungry!), and just escape into this wonderful story.' Reader Review 'This book was just adorable... Loved the storyline... Brilliant quirky characters that you could not help fall in love with... and all set in the city of love - what more could you want?' Reader Review 'Oh, how I loved this book!... Really lively and vibrant and so engaging. I really didn't want to put the book down and... read it in less than a day... I was fully invested!' Reader Review

***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, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'We're leaving. And there's nothing either of you can do about it!'When the surprise holiday Dee thinks her husband has booked for her sixtieth birthday weekend turns out to be yet another solo golfing break - it's the last straw. Meanwhile her best friend Babs's other half has decided to move to Spain and is acting like he doesn't need to consult anyone. Not even Babs! Well, if their husbands think they can do what they want, so can their wives. So, with that thought, the two best friends leap into Dee's trusty car and head for the seaside, and an adventure they'll never forget. Back home their furious husbands want them to return immediately. But - as they begin to enjoy their newfound freedom - will either of the runaway wives ever want to come back home again? An absolutely hilarious, uplifting, escapist story, perfect for fans of Maddie Please, Judy Leigh and Dawn French. Readers love Karen King:'If you're looking for a fun story that will inspire you to embrace change and love life, then this is the story for you.' Living Life with Joy, 5 stars 'I absolutely, totally and utterly flipping well loved, no make that ADORED this book.' Ginger Book Geek, 5 stars 'Like a breath of fresh air. [The] character development is spot on, and the characters begin to feel like friends.' I Eat Books 'This book was wonderful!! I absolutely loved it!... I was hooked! This took me less than a day to read I was that enthralled by it. The pages just couldn't turn fast enough! ... A fabulous heart-warming read full of friendship, love, romance and humour. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would!! Highly recommended.' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars 'Funny, romantic, lovely... A story that just makes your heart soar... I absolutely loved every moment of this book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Brilliant and refreshing... Unputdownable. I highly recommend it... You'll have it all, the family drama, the romance and the feel-good.' Caroline's Bookshelf

***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!' ¿¿¿¿¿

Curl up this Christmas with the ultimate city escape, and get ready to fall in love with NYC. Will her dreams come true in the city that never sleeps? When she was nineteen, on a magical trip to New York City, Ashling created a list of her five life goals. There, she'd felt inspired to dream big, but now, ten years later, with four out of five goals having crumbled before her, she realises she has only one option left to live the life she's always dreamed of: move to New York City, before it's too late. Armed with a ninety-day visa, she's sure that a winter in the city that never sleeps will help her finally get her life on track. However, after arriving in the Big Apple with nowhere to live, Ashling realises that she may be in over her head, until she meets River . . . River is miserable. He's newly single, recently demoted and feeling entirely lost, but sensing Ashling could do with the help, he offers her his sofa bed. Despite their clashing personalities, over the course of the winter, outgoing Ashling finds herself growing closer to quiet, geeky River - but is he just shy or is there another reason he's holding back? With snow falling on 5th Avenue, a Thanksgiving parade and a fun-filled Christmas in the most romantic city in the world, can Ashling once again learn to follow her dreams - and maybe even her heart? Real readers have fallen in love with A New York Winter: 'Ashling is a fab character...[And I] loved River - I was rooting so hard for them! The setting was just gorgeous... so immersive. A fabulous wintry delight... a perfect winter read to curl up with' NetGalley Reviewer 'A slow burn love story [that will have you] falling in love with New York' NetGalley Reviewer 'How wonderful to visit New York at Christmas from the comfort of my armchair!...A charming story that totally transported me!' NetGalley Reviewer 'Very cute! Perfect for this time of year...' NetGalley Reviewer