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‘The Sea Fogs’ represents a highly personal insight in to the life and health of the world renowned author, Robert Louise Stevenson. It follows his honeymoon in the Napa Valley in California where he and his new wife have taken up residence in an abandoned silver mine. Stevenson had long been afflicted by pulmonary difficulties and it was hoped these two months away from the damp of San Francisco would give his ailing lungs a chance to recuperate. It is here where we are first acquainted with the ‘Sea Fogs’ drifting in from the pacific and swarming the coast. Breath-taking in his vivid description of this stunning natural phenomenon, his ailing health hangs low over the awesome sight in front of him. It is a moving short, fantastic in its description and commanding in its beauty, it also offers a profound insight in to the mind of this iconic author and his ability to see the beauty and joy in everything. This short is perfect reading for any nature lovers or those looking for the perfect bed-time read.Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894), was an author with a formidable legacy. You will be hard pressed to find anyone alive today who has not come across his work in one form or another. The brilliant mind behind ‘Treasure Island’ and the ‘Strange case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’, has had a profound impact on every aspect of entertainment to this day with his brilliant creations. Despite dealing with ill health all his life he was a prolific traveller, spending his later years in Samoa where he fought vigorously for the rights of the natives, earning their love and respect. R.L Stevenson was a character in his own right, passionate and adventurous, his spirit shines through in his work, from his novels to his travel guides. You simply owe it to yourself to experience his creations, he was a true titan of literature on whose shoulders we all stand.

Welke geheime informatie heeft Bobby, en wie heeft geprobeerd hem ervoor om te leggen? De eigengereide privédetective Kinsey Millhone wordt aangesproken door de gebroken Bobby in de sportschool. Hij vertelt dat hij op een nacht werd aangereden en in een ravijn belandde. Wonder boven wonder overleefde hij het ongeluk, maar na de traumatische gebeurtenis is zijn geheugen bijna helemaal verdwenen. Toch is hij ervan overtuigd dat het niet zomaar een ongeluk was, maar een gerichte moordpoging. Doodsbenauwd voor een nieuwe aanslag schakelt hij de hulp in van Kinsey. Maar hoe kan zij hem helpen als Bobby zich niets meer kan herinneren? Dan slaat het noodlot toe. Vlak nadat Kinsey met de opdracht is begonnen, wordt Bobby dood gevonden...‘C van crimineel’ is het derde boek in de populaire Alfabetreeks van New York Times-bestsellerauteur Sue Grafton, met de eigenwijze Kinsey Millhone in de hoofdrol."The writing is as good as the literary tradition behind it."—Patricia Holt, San Francisco Chronicle"A nice piece of work."—John D. MacDonald"Grafton's a heads-up delight."—Cryptus, Detroit NewsSue Grafton (1940 - 2017) was een beroemde Amerikaanse detectiveschrijfster. Haar populaire Alfabetreeks, die in 1982 begon met ‘A van alibi’, werd wereldwijd een hit. Het was ten tijde van de eerste publicatie bijzonder dat een vrouwelijke detective de hoofdrol had. In de reeks volgt Graftons miljoenenpubliek privédetective Kinsey Millhone die moordzaken probeert op te lossen. Vlak voor haar overlijden in 2017 kwam de laatste misdaadroman in de reeks uit: ‘Y staat voor...’, waarmee Graftons moordalfabet eindigt met de letter Y. De New York Times-bestsellerauteur heeft het hoofdpersonage Kinsey op haar eigen alter ego gebaseerd, een versie van zichzelf als ze niet jong was getrouwd en geen kinderen had gehad. Haar boeken zijn in 29 landen uitgegeven. Bovendien won de schrijfster, naast vele andere prijzen, de Anthony Best Novel Award maar liefst drie keer.

I White River-distriktet sidder pengene på fire ben. Bøffelhuder sælges for $1,5 stykket og en kyndig jæger kan skyde omkring 30 bøfler om dagen, men talent er ikke nok her. Man må også have mod! Området byder på mange kyniske jægere med brutale metoder. Glem ikke de tusindvis af rasende kiowaere, der er klar til at gå til angreb. Nu vil Morgan Kane og Charlie Katz have deres del af formuen og går bevæbnede og parate ind på området..."Bøffelkrigen" er oprindeligt udgivet i 1971.Titlen er en genudgivelse af et tidligere værk udgivet med datidens sprogbrug.Der findes 83 bøger i serien om Det Vilde Vestens store antihelt Morgan Kane. Kane er kun to uger gammel, da forældrene, som er immigranter fra Irland, bliver dræbt af indfødte i Santa Fe. Den tragiske hændelse bliver starten på Kanes stormfulde tilværelse som dusørjæger, Texas Ranger og siden U.S. Marshal.Kjell Hallbing (1934-2004) var en norsk forfatter, der især blev berømt for western-serien om Morgan Kane, som han skrev under pseudonymet Louis Masterson. De 83 bøger i serien er oversat til mange sprog og har solgt mere end 20 millioner eksemplarer. Hallbing skrev også under andre pseudonymer.

Efter at være blevet udvist fra Canada ender Morgan Kane som lovløs i byen Skagway, Alaska, hvor Jefferson Randolph Smith aka Soapy Smith hersker. Han er en mand, der allerede har ét mord på en marshal på samvittigheden. Morgan Kane kan gøre det til to. Han står alene mod en hel by, da der fejres nationaldag den 4. juli 1898. Den dag blive enten Morgan Kane eller Soapy Smiths endeligt. I mellemtiden er et brev på vej til Kane fra Washington, som vil ændre på alt..."Dommedag i Skagway" er oprindeligt udgivet i 1973, og bogen udkom på dansk i 1978.Titlen er en genudgivelse af et tidligere værk udgivet med datidens sprogbrug.Der findes 83 bøger i serien om Det Vilde Vestens store antihelt Morgan Kane. Kane er kun to uger gammel, da forældrene, som er immigranter fra Irland, bliver dræbt af indfødte i Santa Fe. Den tragiske hændelse bliver starten på Kanes stormfulde tilværelse som dusørjæger, Texas Ranger og siden U.S. Marshal.Kjell Hallbing (1934-2004) var en norsk forfatter, der især blev berømt for western-serien om Morgan Kane, som han skrev under pseudonymet Louis Masterson. De 83 bøger i serien er oversat til mange sprog og har solgt mere end 20 millioner eksemplarer. Hallbing skrev også under andre pseudonymer.

I Colorado ligger Glenwood Springs sanatorium, og hen over dette sanatorium ligger en tung skygge – en død mands skygge. Manden hed Doc Holliday og var berømt revolvermand. Han døde på værelse nummer 10, fløj B. Det virker ildevarslende, da Morgan Kane indlogeres på netop dette værelse, og han ender da også med at sætte livet på spil igen. Det der skulle have været tre måneders velfortjent pause, bliver i stedet det sædvanlige blodbad."Død mands skygge" er oprindeligt udgivet i 1970, og bogen udkom på dansk i 1975.Titlen er en genudgivelse af et tidligere værk udgivet med datidens sprogbrug.Der findes 83 bøger i serien om Det Vilde Vestens store antihelt Morgan Kane. Kane er kun to uger gammel, da forældrene, som er immigranter fra Irland, bliver dræbt af indfødte i Santa Fe. Den tragiske hændelse bliver starten på Kanes stormfulde tilværelse som dusørjæger, Texas Ranger og siden U.S. Marshal.Kjell Hallbing (1934-2004) var en norsk forfatter, der især blev berømt for western-serien om Morgan Kane, som han skrev under pseudonymet Louis Masterson. De 83 bøger i serien er oversat til mange sprog og har solgt mere end 20 millioner eksemplarer. Hallbing skrev også under andre pseudonymer.

Set in Montana, ‘Chip of the Flying U’ introduces us to the eponymous cowboy and the Happy family.Chip is awkward around women, but when he meets the gun-toting Dr Della Whitmore, things are about to take a different turn.A beautifully-detailed look at life in the Old West, this story has romance at its heart but doesn’t skimp on presenting things as they were, warts and all.´Chip of the Flying U’ is a superb read for fans of Oliver Wister's ´The Virginian´ and for those looking for an introduction to Bower’s work.Born Bertha Muzzy Sinclair Bower, BM Bower (1871 – 1940) was originally from Minnesota. However, when she was 18, her family moved to Montana, where she gained first-hand experience of the ranch life that was to so influence her books.A year later, she eloped with her first husband to Big Sandy. Finding herself in an unhappy marriage, she sought escapism through writing. Her first novel, ‘Chip of the Flying U’ gave Bower the financial independence to leave her husband.After relocating to Tacoma, Bower continued to write for ‘Popular Magazine’ before remarrying, this time to Bill Sinclair, who also had literary aspirations. This union, too, was short-lived and Bower moved to Hollywood, where she met her third and final husband, Bud Cowan.Over her career, Bower wrote more than 50 novels, all focussing on the western way of life. Unusually for the time, she paid as much attention to her female characters, as the male leads. She died in Los Angeles, aged 68.

Two single thirty-year-olds. One marriage pact. And a night in Vegas that’s about to change everything...On Christmas Eve eight years ago Evie and Dan made a pact: if they weren’t married by thirty, they were going to marry each other. Of course, neither of them took it seriously, even if Dan has always been mesmerised by Evie’s beautiful smile, and Evie has always fancied Dan, her best-friend’s brother.But then "it" happens. They wake up on Christmas Eve, the night before Evie’s thirtieth birthday in Vegas... married. In a honeymoon suite filled with hundreds of heart-shaped pillows, they realise too late what they’ve done.Surely if they just get a quickie divorce, they can go back to the way things used to be, right? Except moving on is easier said than done when you've secretly loved each other forever... but if one of them doesn’t admit that, what happens to their friendship? If they don’t get together this time, what happens to the pact? Are they really ready to let it go for good?Fall in love this Christmas with this feel-good story about love and second chances. Fans of ´One Day in December´, ´This Time Next Year´, and Beth O’Leary will adore The Mistletoe Pact.Jo Lovett lives in London with her family. She was the runner-up in the Good Housekeeping/ Orion First Novel Competition 2018 and shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Award 2019.

John Varey Nicholson on nuori lakia opiskeleva mies, joka ei aina ajattele ennen kuin toimii. Tämän ominaisuuden takia hän joutuukin toinen toistaan hankalampiin tilanteisiin. Kun John eräänä päivänä lähtee hoitamaan lapsuudenperheensä raha-asiaa, hän päätyy lainaamaan rahaa epäluotettavalle ystävälleen. Onnettomuus seuraa toista, ja pian John on tilanteessa, jossa hänen isänsä on pettynyt häneen sydänjuuriaan myöten. John päättää jättää Edinburghin pölyt taakseen ja muuttaa San Franciscoon – vaan onko muutto ratkaisu Johnin ongelmiin?Hänen vastoinkäymisensä on Robert Louis Stevensonin pienoisromaani.Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) oli skotlantilainen kirjailija, joka tunnetaan erityisesti romaaneistaan Tohtori Jekyll ja Mr Hyde sekä Aarresaari. Stevenson opiskeli yliopistossa tekniikkaa ja oikeustiedettä. Hän asui elämänsä loppuvuodet Samoalla.

Sam Preston appears to be living the glamorous life of a journalist at the San Francisco Chronicle. If only that was the case...In reality, she's frustratingly single, stuck living in her parents' house, and, oh yeah, in love with her boss, Dave, who barely knows that she exists.Life seems like it will never change - until the day Sam is put on an assignment with Dave, reporting on the San Francisco Fashion Week. She hopes this might be a turning point in their relationship.But things never go to plan and when Sam becomes an accidental contestant in the Beautiful Curvy pageant, practically overnight, life suddenly becomes very complicated.How will she manage her new rise to stardom, her job, and her sudden irresistibility to not only Dave but a new man on the scene?A funny, feel-good romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Mhairi MacFarlane, Tilly Tennant and Kiley Dunbar.

Geen enkele speuropdracht die op het bureau van privédetective Kinsey Millhone belandt is een routineklus. Dat geldt ook voor de aanvraag van Beverly Danziger, die op zoek is naar haar vermiste zus, Elaine. Er is haast bij geboden, want Beverly heeft haar nodig om recht te krijgen op een erfenis. Iets klopt er niet, denkt Kinsey. En al gauw lijkt haar wantrouwen te worden bevestigd door een reeks verdachte aanwijzingen...Had de verdwijning van Elaine iets te maken met de moord op een andere speler van de bridgeclub? Was het toeval dat haar waardevolle raskat niet meer terug naar huis was gekomen? De vragen stapelen zich op, met name wanneer het huis van Elaine door een inbreker overhoop wordt gehaald en er nog een bekende wordt vermoord. Maar de prangende vraag blijft... Waar is Elaine?‘B van bedrog’ is het tweede boek in de populaire Alfabetreeks van New York Times-bestsellerauteur Sue Grafton, met de eigenwijze Kinsey Millhone in de hoofdrol."Ever since Sue Grafton wrote 'A' is for Alibi, we've been hanging over a cliff waiting for the rest of the alphabet letters to shake loose. 'B' is for Burglar is finally here, and it was worth the wait...Grafton tells a good, gripping story...and she does it in a no-sweat style that only looks easy. 'G' is for Grafton. Sue Grafton. Keep that name on file."—Marilyn Stasio, Cleveland Plain Dealer"Millhone is my favorite among the new female private eyes. She's feisty, stubborn, resourceful, guardedly romantic, and willfully practical...she's my kind of loner."—Cryptus, Detroit News

Eine skandalumwitterte Familie, eine verhängnisvolle Affäre und ein mörderischer Plan: Bestseller-Autorin Lisa Jackson begeistert mit einem dramatischen Thriller voller unvorhersehbarer Wendungen.Nach einem bösen Streit mit ihrem schwerreichen, notorisch untreuen Freund James Cahill will Megan Travers nur noch weg von dessen Ranch in den Cascade Mountains. Trotz eines heftigen Schneesturms macht sie sich auf den Weg zu ihrer Schwester, doch dort kommt sie nie an. Als die Detectives Brett Rivers und Wynonna Mendoza James befragen wollen, finden sie ihn mit einer Kopfverletzung im Krankenhaus vor. James sagt aus, er könne sich an nichts erinnern, weder an Megan noch an seine zahlreichen Affären. Kurz darauf bringen die Morde an zwei Frauen aus seinem Umfeld den Herzensbrecher in arge Erklärungsnöte ...

Hvad ville du gøre, hvis en smuk ung pige huggede din bil – og efterlod sin egen med et lig i bagagerummet?Sådan begynder denne forrygende historie fra spillehelvedet Las Vegas, hvor Hank Janson, The Chicago Chronicles politireporter, var taget hen for at holde en velfortjent ferie. Desværre bliver han som så ofte før hvirvlet ind i et uhyggeligt net af forbrydelser, som kun han kan trevle op.Hank Janson er en hårdkogt reporter, der ikke er bleg for at dykke ned i storbyens grueligste underverden, hvor nådesløse gangstere, kæphøje håndlangere og hurtige damer lever efter gadens love – og ofte lader livet for dem.Hank Janson er pseudonym for den engelske forfatter Stephen Daniel Frances, der gav hovedpersonen i sin populære serie af hårdtslående thrillere samme navn. Den første roman om Hank Jansons eventyr i England og USA’s kriminelle underverden udkom i 1946, og bøgernes storhedstid fortsatte op igennem 1950’erne, hvor de blev oversat til adskillige sprog og solgt i millioner af eksemplarer.

Lola recognized him straight away. After ten long years of telling herself that maybe she hadn't really loved him—there he was. And straight away she knew she wanted him still.Lola Alvarez loves working in the restaurant of Blue Hills, her family’s winery, looking out over vine-covered slopes down to the crystal-blue waters of the lake. But she is also determined to make her own mark on the business—to show her older sister Carmen that she’s not the same flighty teen she used to be.Her plan to build gorgeous vacation cabins in the mountain meadow above the winery will be the perfect addition to Blue Hills, even if she has to go behind Carmen’s back to make her dream a reality. When Carmen sees how popular they are she’ll have to come round—right?But then Gus Weaver comes back to town. Gus was her first love, the bad boy she used to climb out of windows to see. But he’d broken her heart when he left town suddenly, without so much as a goodbye. After that, she’d never seen him again.Until now. As fate intervenes and they’re forced to work together on Lola’s project, sparks start to fly between them once again. But he’s led her astray before. Can Lola keep her mind on what she truly wants, when her heart—and the way it beats faster every time she looks into Gus’s blue eyes—is telling her something very different?An utterly romantic feel-good read about being true to yourself and becoming the person you were always meant to be, Long Walk Home will make you laugh, make you cry and show you that true love always finds a way. For fans of Robyn Carr, Carolyn Brown and Mary Ellen Taylor.Readers love Ellyn Oaksmith:"I just couldn’t resist... A beautiful summer romance read which I have absolutely adored... Filled with moments to make you laugh out loud... a perfect, light and easy read to devour whilst sat in the sun... I absolutely recommend this book. It is so highly deserving of five stars." Little Miss BookLover 87"I adored it... Made my eyes well up and my heart melt... A wonderful story... Sit back and enjoy this fabulous book. You will not regret it, believe me.’ B for Bookreview"Sizzle and conflict... make it a perfect summer vacation must-read. For the great tension, interesting character dynamics, and the feel-good ending, this book gets a well-deserved five stars." Fiction Flock"Rich in friendship, family, and especially love. Add the many LOL moments... and you get a truly superb feel-good love story. Delightful characters, beautiful settings, wine, wine, wine, and a HEA. What more could you ask for?" The Eclectic ReviewUSA Today bestselling author

Two old rivals. One dream job. And a summer they’ll never forget.Freya Johanssen needs a fresh start. A recently heartbroken and newly-qualified veterinarian, she will take any job that gets her away from Seattle—for now. Her plan is to spend two years in the small town of Whisper Falls, and then head back to the city and civilisation.And then Trent Crossley shows up, and her carefully laid plans are blown to pieces. He’s the last person she expected—or wanted—ever to see again. This is the guy who thinks he’s God’s gift to women; who breezed through vet school without studying and who betrayed her in a way she’ll never forgive. She thinks he’s an arrogant party boy; he thinks she’s an uptight perfectionist. Now he’s in her clinic, and the fluttering in her stomach must mean she’s still mad at him.It seems they have both been hired for the same job—and now neither is backing down. But as Freya works to outdo Trent at every turn, she starts to see a different side to the man she thought she knew. Falling in love was never part of her plan. And if she wants the new beginning she’s worked so hard for, can she afford to give away her heart?A totally unputdownable feel-good read about finding yourself, and love, in the most unexpected places. Fans of Virgin River, Debbie Macomber, Jill Shalvis and Carolyn Brown will love The Gable House.Readers can’t get enough of Ellyn Oaksmith:"Kept me hooked from start to end, I read it in one sitting... heart-warming." Bookworm 86, 5 stars"I found myself staying up through the night swooning and sniffling in this heart-wrenchingly amazing romance... I was hooked from the very first page." Nurse Bookie, 5 stars"I adored it... Some funny little things that made me smirk and some sad ones that broke my heart AND a scene that made my eyes well up and my heart melt. Great ingredients mixed into a wonderful story." B for Bookreview, 5 stars.USA Today bestselling authorEllyn Oaksmith is the USA Today and Kindle bestselling author of the Blue Hills Series, featuring the Alvarez family. After graduating from Smith College and attaining her MFA from The American Film Institute, Ellyn began her writing career as an award-winning screenwriter in Hollywood. Her books explore the same themes as her screenplays: grit, humor, family and love. Ellyn lives on one of Seattle's many hills with her husband and spends as much time as possible on the water as part of a competitive rowing team.

Stepping off the Greyhound bus, I look at the town glinting in the distance beyond a crystal-clear mountain lake. The lines I’ve memorized from the ad are on repeat in my mind: accommodation and employment provided to women willing to relocate to a historic town with a shortage of women.When Virginia first sees the ad, her breath catches. Female? Check. Small-town seclusion needed? Check. Currently without a home or a job? Check and check. She dabs an extra layer of concealer over the bruise on her cheek, bundles up her belongings, and her secrets, and escapes her life in Savannah.But arriving at Fortune Springs, Colorado, Virginia realizes that her plan to lay low and heal her tattered heart won’t stand up against the prying questions from Calla, the brusque older woman who gives her a place to live. She’s on the brink of leaving when Calla’s twelve-year-old granddaughter arrives at the house, abandoned and alone. Virginia recognizes the feeling, and she realizes she can’t be another adult to let the girl down. Then there’s the handsome, aloof firefighter Owen, whose company is giving her a whole ’nother reason to stay...But when she returns one day from a walk amongst the wildflowers to find a face from her past waiting for her, Virginia realizes that a secret she’s kept has exposed the people around her to a new world of danger. Can she find the strength to fight for the life, and love, she’s found in Fortune Springs?An emotional, gripping story full of family drama. Fans of Carolyn Brown, Robyn Carr and Debbie Macomber will be hooked.Readers love Alys Murray:"Swept me away in its warmth. I couldn’t stay away until I finished... feels and fun, family and love." Goodreads reviewer"Fabulous. Will remain with you long after you’ve reached the last page... HIGHLY RECOMMENDED." Brook Cottage Books Blog"The warmth of the story enveloped my soul." Goodreads reviewer"Full of lovely characters, witty dialogue and wonderful settings, the kind of place where you’d like to live." Goodreads reviewerThe first book featuring the Anderson family, The Magnolia Sisters, reached #40 in the US top 100. Alys' previous title, The Christmas Company, was turned into a Hallmark movieFor fans of Jenny Hale, Debbie Macomber and Carolyn BrownAlys Murray writes novels for the romantic in all of us. Born and raised in New Orleans, she received her BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and her Master's in Film Studies from King's College London. Though she's moved away from home, she'll always be a Southern girl at heart.

‘The ultimate guilty pleasure of a rollercoaster read you'll want to repeat the experience of time and time again... His scandalously sexy novels will keep you up all night.’ Melanie Blake, AuthorWhen friends become enemies there are no rules...Ambitious gossip queen Anoushka Silvers is the daughter her abusive father never wanted. Determined to prove herself to her family, she’ll stop at nothing to get what she wants. But when her bitchy tongue gains her death threats and the unwanted attention of a stalker, it could be Anoushka who is making the headlines.For actress Evie Merchant, her childhood dreams of becoming the world’s hottest movie star are just about to come true. But a string of hurtful liaisons with lovers out to use her fame, has made Evie uncertain about her future. And with Oscar day looming, Evie’s biggest prize of all could be cruelly snatched from her.A loveless upbringing has made wild child Regan Phoenix search for quick-fix highs from drink, drugs and meaningless sex. But when the opportunity of starring in her own reality show comes along, Regan grabs it with both hands, hoping to put her trashy past behind her.From fashionable London to stunning Venice and glitzy LA, Trinity takes you into a glamorous and thrilling world you won’t want to leave. Perfect for fans of Melanie Blake’s Ruthless Women.What readers are saying about Trinity:‘Sex and scandal abound in this full-throttle thrill-ride through the hidden lives of the mega-rich. Trinity sizzles with bitchery, bling and betrayal, and is the perfect accompaniment to your sun lounger this summer.’ Victoria Fox‘Trinity is so much fun. A great summer bonkbuster.’ Tasmina Perry‘Such a fun, sexy read – perfect for the beach.’ Paul Burston‘Opening Trinity is like biting into a very indulgent, rich, rare chocolate, it’s naughty but my word you enjoy every bite. Each chapter serves a delicious helping of glamour, secrets, and intrigue.’ Genvieve Ni Reamoinn, TV Presenter and Journalist‘Move over Jackie Collins, there’s a new blockbuster star in town.’ New! MagazineWhat readers are saying about Nigel May:‘An addictive plot that is packed with twists and turns. Prepare for larger than life characters, fabulous locations and plenty of humour.’ The Sun‘Packed full of sauciness, darkness and intrigue... If you’re looking for a sexy, racy read for your sun lounger this summer, this is the perfect choice.’ Heat Magazine‘A sexy, dark, thrilling celebrity whirlwind... It’s the most fun you can have between two covers. I need more!’ Victoria FoxNigel May's titles have sold over 95,000 copies.Nigel May is a true all-rounder in the media world, working as a TV presenter, author, journalist and craft personality. He has written six glam-fiction books, Trinity, Addicted, Scandalous Lies, Deadly Obsession, Lovers & Liars and his latest is Revenge. Nigel also featured in Sunlounger – a chart-topping anthology of short stories.

Fame, fortune and five-star luxury. Meet four fabulous women – all of them hold a dark secret... one of them won’t live to tell the tale.Nancy Arlow: the fading entertainer determined to gamble and charm her way out of a mountain of debt.Laura Everett: behind the façade of the perfect politician’s wife lies a woman with an outrageous past and a spiralling drug habit.Portia Safari: the world-famous opera diva, adored by millions, has it all, but could her secret drinking problem cost her everything?Martha Éclair – the millionaire wine heiress whose appetite for kinky sex could bring down her father’s business empire.Each woman must face their own addiction before they pay the ultimate price...Switch off your phone, grab a glass of bubbly and escape into an outrageous word of thrills, glamour and passion. Perfect for fans of Melanie Blake’s Ruthless Women. You’ll be addicted...What readers are saying about Addicted:‘Packed full of sauciness, darkness and intrigue... If you're looking for a sexy, racy, riotous read for your sun lounger this summer, this is the perfect choice.’ Heat Magazine‘This gripping bonkbuster, which comes packed with lovers, liars, divas, is perfect to inject some heat into your summer hols reading.’ Now Magazine‘A sexy, dark, thrilling celebrity whirlwind that lifts the curtain on some blistering superstar scandal.’ Victoria Fox‘Sexy, sultry, glitzy, dark. Reminds me of Devious Maids and Desperate Housewives. A fantastic, steamy summer read!’ Tishylou’s WorldNigel May is a true all-rounder in the media world, working as a TV presenter, author, journalist and craft personality. He has written six glam-fiction books. Nigel is also featured in "Sunlounger" – a chart-topping anthology of short stories.

Wenn zwei ehrgeizige Frauen, so verschieden wie Feuer und Eis, das Gleiche wollen, ist die Leidenschaft nicht weit. Ein Liebesroman, so vielschichtig, frech und intelligent wie seine Protagonistinnen.Als sie in einer Hotelbar in Las Vegas aufeinandertreffen, ahnen Amelia Duxton und Kai Fisher nicht, dass sie dasselbe Ziel haben: den Deal ihres Lebens zu machen und das luxuriöse Mayfair Palace Hotel zu kaufen.Doch damit enden auch schon die Gemeinsamkeiten. Die eiskalte und scharf kalkulierende Amelia, CEO im Familienunternehmen, braucht den Erfolg, um endlich von ihrem Vater anerkannt zu werden. Und der leidenschaftlichen und höchst manipulativen Kai, angestellt im mächtigsten Konkurrenzunternehmen, geht der Ruf voraus, ohnehin alles zu bekommen, was sie sich vorgenommen hat. Begehrenswerte Frauen inklusive.Schon bald zeigt sich, dass Amelia und Kai nicht mehr als Spielfiguren einer großen Intrige sind. Werden die beiden erfolgsverwöhnten Einzelkämpferinnen es schaffen, alle Gegensätze zu überwinden und gemeinsame Sache zu machen? Es braucht mehr als nur einen glücklichen Zufall, bis beiden klar wird, dass Feuer und Eis nicht nur in der Leidenschaft zusammen so richtig Dampf entwickeln ...Lee Winter ist eine preisgekrönte australische Zeitungsjournalistin, die auch für ihre Romane schon mehrere Auszeichnungen erhalten hat. Nachdem sie im Lauf ihres Berufslebens in fast allen australischen Bundesstaaten gewohnt hat, ist sie mittlerweile mit ihrer Partnerin in Westaustralien sesshaft geworden.Seit 2016 ist sie Vollzeitschriftellerin und Teilzeitlektorin. In ihrer Freizeit findet man sie entweder bei der Gartenarbeit, mit einer neuen technischen Spielerei in der Hand oder stirnrunzelnd vor dem Fernseher.

De meeste romans en verhalen van Hendrik Conscience spelen zich af in België, maar in "Het goudland" verplaatst hij de handeling radicaal naar Amerika. Drie Vlaamse goudzoekers trekken in 1849 naar Californië. De lezer volgt de verrassende en komische verwikkelingen die hen telkens in de buurt van het fortuin brengen... maar nooit echt dichtbij. Avontuur en kluchtige humor wisselen elkaar af in deze uiterst toegankelijke roman. Hugo Claus bewerkte de roman tot een gelijknamig toneelstuk in 1966. Na de vorming van het koninkrijk België in 1830 was Hendrik Concience (1812-1883) de eerste Belgische schrijver die besloot zijn romans in het Nederlands te schrijven. Hij werd een echte volksschrijver, immens populair, maar kreeg ook internationaal veel respect. Bij zijn overlijden werd hij in de internationale pers vergeleken met groten als de Rus Ivan Toergenjev. Hij schreef tientallen boeken. Bekende titels van zijn hand zijn "De Leeuw van Vlaenderen", "De loteling" en het late meesterwerk "De schat van Felix Roobeek". In 2021 verscheen voor het eerst een biografie over Conscience: "Voor moedertaal en vaderland" (Johan Vanhecke, uitgeverij Vrijdag).

"Beautiful and heartbreaking. I know it will stay with me for a long time." Reader Review"I'm greeted by the strangest sight. A small dark-haired boy is standing there. It's like he's a human parcel, delivered to my front door."My name is Luke," he says."When Johnny meets Lauren in a bar in Santa Cruz, there's an instant connection. On an American road trip with best friend Will, Johnny promises to return to the girl who has stolen his heart.Until tragedy strikes, forcing Johnny to fly back home without ever seeing Lauren again.Six years later, Johnny is living his life in London, even if he's never forgotten the girl with the grey eyes and dark hair.Until one September morning, he opens his door to find a little boy standing there - a child, Johnny quickly comes to learn, who was created that one magical night. Lauren is dying, and her last wish is to reunite five-year-old Luke with the father he doesn't yet know.Thrown into unexpected parenthood, Johnny finds himself navigating school-gate politics, Disney movies and tantrums, guided by the notes Lauren has written for him.Life as an instant dad isn't always easy, but as Johnny and Luke open their hearts to each other, Johnny is about to discover that life's joy isn't always where you expected it.An emotional, feel-good read that will have you laughing while you wipe away a tear - readers of Dani Atkins, Mike Gayle and Jojo Moyes will be captivated.Readers are falling in love with this debut novel:"Delightful. Pulled at my heart strings. I would totally recommend this as a feelgood book." Reader Review"What a beautifully emotive read. The perfect feelgood read that will make you laugh and cry." _____ Reader Review"A heart-wrenching, heart-warming story of a young man forced by circumstance to become an instant dad - a lovely read about growing into responsibility and love." Reader Review"My heart is just so full from this book. Watching Johnny navigate his unexpected new fatherhood was so gentle and raw." Reader ReviewGordon is a former journalist writing about media and technology. He now works in marketing for Twitter UK. He has also blogged about dating and politics. His first novel Songs For Your Mother was published in May, 2021. His second novel, Ten Dates to Happiness, will be published in 2022.

´The Crux´, by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, is a fictional novel about an entrepreneurial group of women in North America. First published as part of a series in the feminist journal ´The Forerunner´ in 1910, ´The Crux´ tells the story of Vivian Lane and her female associates, who move away to start a boarding house for men in Denver, Colorado.Often cited as an important early feminist work, the novel metaphorically and directly examines social issues relating to gender, the role of women, politics, marriage, and stereotypes. The fictional leading character, Vivian Lane, meets and falls in love with Morton Elder who carries the diseases gonorrhoea and syphilis – which becomes a barrier to marriage and having a family more due to the utopian notion that it would harm the ‘national stock’, rather than the concern of being a risk to Lane’s health.The book was originally written, in Gilman’s words, as a "story for young women to read in order that they may protect themselves and their children to come."Charlotte Perkins Gilman, also known as Charlotte Perkins Stetson, was born on 3rd July 1860 in Connecticut, USA. Her early family life was troubled, with her father abandoning his wife and family; a move which strongly influenced her feminist political leanings and advocator of women’s rights.After working as a tutor and painter, Perkins – a self-declared humanist and tomboy – began to work as a writer of short stories, novels, non-fiction pieces and poetry. Her best-known work is her semi-autobiographical short story, inspired by her post-natal depression, entitled ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’, which was published in 1892 and made into a film in 2011.Charlotte Perkins Gilman was a member of the American National Women's Hall of Fame and strongly believed that "the domestic environment oppressed women through the patriarchal beliefs upheld by society". A believer in euthanasia, she was diagnosed with incurable breast cancer in January 1932 and subsequently took her own life in August 1935, writing in her suicide note that she "chose chloroform over cancer".

Barbie, her sisters and their loyal puppies are enjoying a beautiful day at the beach. But the otherwise ordinary day takes an unexpected turn, when visiting Barbie’s friend Teresa at the lifeguard station. Teresa reveals four sandy bottles she has stumbled upon, each of them containing a message! Could these be secret messages? Another major mystery case for the super sleuthing sisters!Come on an amazing adventure with Barbie and all her friends! Solve mysteries with secret doors, sea monsters and messages in a bottle, catch the baddies as a secret agent, sing in Barbie’s rock band, celebrate Chelsea’s birthday in Dreamtopia and fly to tropical beaches and distant planets in far-away galaxies. Let’s go!Mattel’s Barbie doll is a fashion icon, world adventurer and every child’s best friend. Since the 1950’s she remains a popular toy in homes worldwide and the star of countless tv shows, movies, and books. The popular Netflix series Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures follows Barbie, her sisters and her boyfriend Ken, as they hang out in LA and travel the world in the Barbie camper van. For younger fans, Barbie’s little sister, Chelsea, takes centre stage in Barbie Dreamtopia as the sisters meet mermaids and fairies in a magical dreamland. In recent years, Barbie has taken YouTube by storm as a popular vlogger. She talks fashion, family, her life in Malibu but also sensitively tackles tough issues like racism, mental health and body image. Barbie’s new mission is to inspire girls to dream big. A recent line of empowering role model dolls includes Indian Paralympian, Manasi Joshi, and American soccer player, Alex Morgan. While Inspiring Women celebrates heroines such as Maya Angelou, Florence Nightingale and astronaut, Sally Ride.Barbie and associated trademarks are owned by Mattel and used under license from Mattel Europa. © 2021 Mattel

Rose Anderson is done with being known as "the nice one" in the small town where she lives. She’s done with playing third, fifth, or seventh wheel at loud gatherings on her family’s flower farm. And most of all, she is done with the pitying looks she gets about her single status from the way-too-interested townsfolk.Busy with her flower-arranging business, Rose has no time for a man, thank you very much. And it has nothing to do with the scars she still nurses from her last breakup. So when she meets Cole McKittrick, Rose gets an idea. But first, she needs to get beneath his aloof exterior and convince him to agree...Cole McKittrick is trying to keep calm. So what if he quit a steady job for a shot at his dream, was dumped and his move to Yokel County, California is bringing back childhood memories he’d rather forget? It’s all about perspective. He doesn’t want to get any more involved in this town than he has to be, so his first instinct is to push Rose Anderson and her intriguing idea away. But the woman won’t get gone, and then she makes him an offer he can’t refuse.The two are soon neck deep in deception, playing up a starry-eyed romance in public while they clash wits and wills in private. But Cole has been hiding a big secret from Rose about his past. And when Rose finds out could it spell the end for their picture-perfect romance, or will she realize that he has taken over not just her home, but also her heart...?A fun, charming romance about family and finding the one, perfect for fans of Robyn Carr, Debbie Macomber and Carolyn Brown.What readers are saying about Alys Murray:"Wow... Loved it, loved it, loved it! The romance, humour, memorable-after-memorable scene... make this book a must-have addition for any shelf." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"All I can say about this book is that it is brilliant, addicting, memorable... The best book I have read all year... I’m giving it five stars, I wish I could give it more." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars"This is a fabulous read, beautifully written. It’s the kind of book that will remain with you long after you’ve reached the last page. I'm absolutely not going to give anything away, only to say HIGHLY RECOMMENDED." Brook Cottage Books Blog, 5 stars"I could not have been happier. This book has everything you could ever want (and more)... the warmth of the story enveloped my soul... an exceptionally fun and sweet story." Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars.The first book featuring the Anderson family, The Magnolia Sisters, reached #40 in the US top 100. Alys' previous title, The Christmas Company, was turned into a Hallmark movieAlys Murray writes novels for the romantic in all of us. Born and raised in New Orleans, she received her BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and her Master's in Film Studies from King's College London. Though she's moved away from home, she'll always be a Southern girl at heart.

Annie Martin is thrilled to have moved from the hectic buzz of L.A. to the small town of Hillsboro, Northern California, where the most happening bar only plays honky-tonk and nowhere does a good matcha latte. But the best thing about Hillsboro? The Anderson sisters. At their noisy family dinners, Annie can almost forget the mistakes she made back in the city, trying to fit in.Annie has repaid the sisters’ friendship with some obvious-but-effective matchmaking and now there’s only one Anderson still looking for love. But Rose is surprisingly prickly about an enforced happy-ever-after, and when a meticulously planned meet-cute ends drenched in the town fountain, Annie realizes this project calls for someone with a deeper knowledge of the Hillsboro bachelors.Local reporter and all-around grouch George Barnett has been a thorn in Annie’s side since she came to town. He knows all too well that everyone has secrets and he thinks the story of why social media darling Annie Martin swapped stilettos for sneakers might be the scoop that makes his career. Annie is sure her skeletons are under triple lock and key, so she offers him an exclusive, if he’ll help her find a match for Rose.But the more George and Annie try to control the love lives around them, the less they’re able to sway their own hearts. As Annie’s infectious laugh begins to bring down George’s barrier of surliness, can he open his heart and let her in for real? And can Annie be brave enough to trust the man who could be her future, with the secrets of her past?A heart-warming story of friendship and finding love in the most unlikely of places, fans of Robyn Carr, Debbie Macomber and Carolyn Brown will adore The Perfect Hideaway.Readers love The Perfect Hideaway:"I love this series... heartwarming and uplifting, it made me laugh and root for the characters but it also moved me to tears because it’s the story of two hurt and lonely people who meet and change their life." Scrapping and Playing, 5 stars"A wonderfully heartfelt and charming novel. If you enjoy the lovey, butterflies in your stomach and heart melting moments Hallmark movies deliver, then you’re going to absolutely love this... wonderful romance novel that shouldn’t be missed." Tamsterdam Reads, 5 stars"Feel-good romance that genuinely had me laughing out loud!... The perfect book to read whilst you’re chilling with your feet up and a glass of wine/cup of tea!" Curled Up With a Good Book, 5 starsThe first book featuring the Anderson family, The Magnolia Sisters reached #40 in the US top 100. Alys' previous title, The Christmas Company, was turned into a Hallmark movieAlys Murray writes novels for the romantic in all of us. Born and raised in New Orleans, she received her BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and her Master's in Film Studies from King's College London. Though she's moved away from home, she'll always be a Southern girl at heart.

George is a young man exploring the West when he comes upon a small town called The Corners. What he didn’t expect from this little town was to fall in love, or how desperately this love would ravage him.Blinded by love he will be dragged into Machiavellian plots, hired to do a rich man’s killing. It is a complicated and tragic affair, where the power of love and lust can at once flip the plot on its head. ‘Gunman’s Reckoning’ is a nigh Shakespearean tale of innocence, manipulation and tragedy.If you loved Liam Neeson’s ‘Seraphim Falls’ you will love this dramatic epic.Max Brand, the pseudonym of Frederick Schiller Faust (1892-1944) was an American author of Western’s and pulp fiction stories. He was a prolific author of nigh on a hundred books, in several series spanning many genres. His character, Dr. Kildare, has been adapted several times over the decades in film, radio, T.V and comics. As well as that, he is credited with keeping the passion for the Wild West alive in his dozens of spell-binding novels. Brand’s untimely passing was another hallmark of his dedication to writing, keen to write a war novel he got himself assigned as a war correspondent with an American battalion in Italy, where he was sadly killed by shrapnel. His best known works include the series "Dan Barry", "Ronicky Doone", "Silvertip", "Dr. Kildare", and "Tizzo the Firebrand".

Contre la volonté de sa famille et les règles de l’Église mormone, Blake Nelson a épousé trois femmes. Tous les quatre vivent dans un ranch miteux perdu au beau milieu de l’Utah, dans l’attente de la Fin des Temps. Personne ici ne les dérangera. Jusqu’à ce que le corps de Blake soit retrouvé mort dans le désert. La police soupçonne sa femme l'avoir tué. Mais laquelle ?Bienvenue chez les mormons !« Tout le monde aime Blake Nelson, sauf ses femmes. » — The New York TimesPublié au Royaume-Uni sous le titre original Black Widows par Orion Fiction, une marque de Hachette UK Company, en 2021.Traduit de l’anglais (États-Unis) par Maxime Berrée.© Cate Quinn, 2021. Tous droits réservés.© Presses de la Cité, 2021, pour la traduction française.Auteure de romans historiques à succès en Angleterre, autrefois journaliste pour The Guardian, The Times et The Mirror, Cate Quinn signe ici son premier thriller.

Los inicios de la autora que arrasaría con el panorama del romance paranormal con la saga Vampire Academy. En la primera obra de Richelle Mead conoceremos a Georgina Kinkaid, una chica de lo más normal de Seattle, excepto por el detalle de que es un súcubo, un demonio especializado en seducir hombres. Georgina hace equilibrios entre su labor demoníaca, su trabajo en una librería y una desastrosa vida amorosa... aunque esto último está a punto de cambiar cuando entre en su vida Seth Mortensen, un atractivo autor de bestsellers que está a punto de poner patas arriba la sobrenatural vida de Georgina.Richelle Mead es una autora estadounidense nacida en 1976. Formada en religión, arte y educación, saltó a la fama gracias a la exitosa serie de romance paranormal Vampire Academy. Autora de varias sagas de fantasía oscura y urbana, sus obras han sido traducidas a más de treinta idiomas y adaptadas a la televisión.

Barbie et ses sœurs doivent élucider un nouveau mystère : quatre bouteilles ont été découvertes sur la plage, avec chacune un message à l'intérieur. Grâce au flair de leurs chiots et à leurs qualités d'enquêtrices, les jeunes filles vont remonter le fil d'une véritable chasse au trésor !Rejoignez Barbie et tous ses amis pour d’incroyables aventures ! Résolvez les mystères de passages secrets, de monstres marins et de bouteilles à la mer... Attrapez les méchants en endossant le rôle d’un agent secret, chantez avec le groupe de rock de Barbie, célébrez l’anniversaire de Chelsea à Dreamtopia, et envolez-vous pour des plages paradisiaques et des planètes lointaines. C’est parti !La poupée Barbie de Mattel est une icône de la mode, une aventurière et la meilleure amie dont rêvent toutes les petites filles. Depuis les années 50, elle est un jouet présent dans de nombreux foyers de par le monde, et est également la star d’une multitude de séries télé, de films et de livres.La série Netflix intitulée Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures retrace les aventures de Barbie, ses sœurs et son petit ami Ken, à Los Angeles puis dans différents pays du monde, à bord du camping-car de Barbie. Chelsea, la petite sœur de Barbie, prend le rôle principal de la série Dreamtopia, à destination d’un public plus jeune. Elle rencontre, entourée de ses sœurs, des sirènes et des fées dans un univers magique.Ces dernières années, Barbie est aussi devenue vlogueuse sur YouTube. Elle parle de mode, de famille, de sa vie à Malibu, mais aborde également des sujets plus délicats comme le racisme, la santé mentale et la perception de son corps.La nouvelle mission de Barbie est d’inciter les jeunes filles à voir grand. Une série récente de poupées inclusives célèbre la différence, comme par exemple Manasi Joshi, une athlète paralympique indienne, et la joueuse de football américain Alex Morgan. La série Femmes d'exception rend quant à elle hommage à des héroïnes comme Maya Angelou, Florence Nightingale ou encore l’astronaute Sally Ride.Barbie et ses marques associées sont déposées par Mattel et utilisées sous licence Mattel Europe. © 2021 Mattel

Nikki, l'une des meilleures amies de Barbie, travaille depuis peu au mini-golf de la promenade. Alors que Barbie et ses sœurs viennent lui dire bonjour, elle leur raconte que le parcours est hanté ! Elles découvrent qu'effectivement de drôles de phénomènes ont lieux... c'est l'occasion parfaite pour le club de sœurs détectives de mener une nouvelle enquête !Rejoignez Barbie et tous ses amis pour d’incroyables aventures ! Résolvez les mystères de passages secrets, de monstres marins et de bouteilles à la mer... Attrapez les méchants en endossant le rôle d’un agent secret, chantez avec le groupe de rock de Barbie, célébrez l’anniversaire de Chelsea à Dreamtopia, et envolez-vous pour des plages paradisiaques et des planètes lointaines. C’est parti !La poupée Barbie de Mattel est une icône de la mode, une aventurière et la meilleure amie dont rêvent toutes les petites filles. Depuis les années 50, elle est un jouet présent dans de nombreux foyers de par le monde, et est également la star d’une multitude de séries télé, de films et de livres.La série Netflix intitulée Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures retrace les aventures de Barbie, ses sœurs et son petit ami Ken, à Los Angeles puis dans différents pays du monde, à bord du camping-car de Barbie. Chelsea, la petite sœur de Barbie, prend le rôle principal de la série Dreamtopia, à destination d’un public plus jeune. Elle rencontre, entourée de ses sœurs, des sirènes et des fées dans un univers magique.Ces dernières années, Barbie est aussi devenue vlogueuse sur YouTube. Elle parle de mode, de famille, de sa vie à Malibu, mais aborde également des sujets plus délicats comme le racisme, la santé mentale et la perception de son corps.La nouvelle mission de Barbie est d’inciter les jeunes filles à voir grand. Une série récente de poupées inclusives célèbre la différence, comme par exemple Manasi Joshi, une athlète paralympique indienne, et la joueuse de football américain Alex Morgan. La série Femmes d'exception rend quant à elle hommage à des héroïnes comme Maya Angelou, Florence Nightingale ou encore l’astronaute Sally Ride.Barbie et ses marques associées sont déposées par Mattel et utilisées sous licence Mattel Europe. © 2021 Mattel

Mimo upływu lat Aleksander Eden wciąż pamięta, jak w wieku siedemnastu lat pobierał w Honolulu nauki tańca od uroczej dziewczyny imieniem Alicja. Była to córka milionera, czego dowodził sznur błyszczących pereł na jej szyi. Ścieżki tych dwojga rozeszły się na lata, by przeciąć się ponownie, gdy oboje są już więcej niż dojrzałymi ludźmi. Aleksander prowadzi dobrze prosperującą firmę jubilerską, zaś Alicja po śmierci męża popadła w tarapaty finansowe. Mężczyzna pomaga swojej dawnej miłości sprzedać sznur pereł. Zakupem jest zainteresowany ekscentryczny milioner - kosztowności trzeba jednak dostarczyć na pustynię w Kalifornii. Aleksander wysyła w tę misję swojego syna Boba. Towarzyszy mu przybyły z Honolulu chiński policjant Charlie Chan.To druga powieść z serii kryminałów o charakterystycznym detektywie. Książka była dwukrotnie ekranizowana - w 1927 i 1934 r. - jednak obie wersje uważane są za stracone.Earl Derr Biggers (1884-1933) - amerykański twórca kryminałów, najbardziej znany jako autor cyklu powieści detektywistycznych o Charliem Chanie, chętnie przenoszonych na kinowy ekran. Chan jest chińskim oficerem z amerykańskim obywatelstwem, który mieszka w Honolulu (inspiracja prawdziwą postacią Changa Apana). Bohater o charakterystycznym wyglądzie (tęgi, lecz sprawny fizycznie, azjatyckie rysy) i barwnym usposobieniu (wytworny, przesadnie grzeczny, gawędziarz, piewca życia rodzinnego) przypomina postaci tworzone przez Agathę Christie - Herkulesa Poirota czy Jane Marple. Biggers urodził się w stanie Ohio, ukończył uniwersytet harwardzki, mieszkał i zmarł w Kalifornii. Pisał klasyczne kryminały z łamigłówką, bez epatowania przemocą.