'Oh my heart, I wasn’t not expecting that… that twist. My heart just broke… The tears just came rolling out. Ugh, so emotional!' Reader review, ?????____________A lost love. A devastating secret. And a summer that could change everything…Two years on from her husband’s death, dressmaker Ellen is learning how to live again and put memories of a difficult marriage behind her.However, never far from her mind is another memory: Alexandros, her first love from the summer she turned eighteen.The moment she'd arrived in his hometown of Kardamyli in Greece, Ellen had been intoxicated by the scent of orange blossom in the air, the days of endless sunshine and sparkling azure waters – but most of all by Alexandros himself. They were meant to be, until a devastating secret forced Ellen to leave and never look back…But now, when her best friend suggests they recreate their teenage summer in Greece, Ellen knows it’s time to confront her past. Will Greece give her the freedom – and happiness – she desperately craves? And there, amidst the lush olive groves, could she rediscover the love she thought she’d lost forever?A gloriously escapist and emotional read set under the Grecian sun. Fans of Karen Swan, Victoria Hislop and Carol Kirkwood will love this unforgettable tale of sisterhood, hope and second chances._____________Your favourite authors LOVE Beneath the Orange Blossom!‘An evocative, romantic and deeply sensuous read. Wonderful escapism' Santa Montefiore ‘Fragrant and fabulous, brimming with tender romance and hope. The perfect book for summer’ Milly Johnson'A sun-drenched romance that lifts the spirits. I loved every moment of this story of lost love, friendship, and second chances!' Kate Glanville‘A sublime summer read filled with romance, emotion and hope – it will fill your heart to the brim with every turn of the page.’ Holly Martin

*** THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS AUTHOR OF THE YEAR 2022***THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF GROWN UPS, MARIAN KEYES'JUST BRILLIANT' SUNDAY TIMES___________'Myself and Hugh . . . We're taking a break.''A city-with-fancy-food sort of break?'If only.Amy's husband Hugh says he isn't leaving her.He still loves her, he's just taking a break - from their marriage, their children and, most of all, from their life together.Six months in South-East Asia. And nothing she says can stop him.But when does a break become a break-up?A lot can happen in six months. And it's enough to send Amy and her family of gossips, misfits and troublemakers teetering over the edge.When Hugh returns, if he returns, will he be the same man she married?Will Amy be the same woman?Because if Hugh is on a break from their marriage, then . . . isn't she on one too?_____________'Mercilessly funny' The Times'I laughed . . . I cried' Daily Mail'Full of darkness and light, this is Keyes at her classic and most brilliant best' RedSHORTLISTED FOR A NATIONAL BOOK AWARD

A captivating read from the Irish bestseller, about friendship, love and learning to live your best life Perfect for fans of Faith Hogan, Sheila O'Flanagan and Laura Pearson!Is it ever too late to reclaim the life you never lived?Rosie O'Malley has not drawn breath after tragically losing her mother and then being abandoned by the one man she knew she loved. Burying her grief and heartbreak, Rosie threw herself into running Sandycove’s Cliff Top hotel determined to make a success of her mother's legacy and keep a roof over her family’s heads. It's now ten years later and this weekend, the hotel throws open its doors to host its very first wedding.Boston-based Patrick Power touches down at Dublin Airport for his brother's Seán's wedding, having dedicated the last decade to building his thriving Irish restaurant business. A decade earlier, he left behind the love of his life and try as he might, he's never been able to forget her.Imagine Patrick's shock when he discovers the wedding is being held in Cliff Top, Rosie’s hotel - the girl he let slip away.As Sandycove shimmers in a heatwave, can Patrick navigate a family wedding as well as his own feelings? And will Rosie realise she’s been living her late mother's life and not her own? Can she forgive Patrick for leaving her or will ambition and responsibility once again stand in the way of love?If you love this book try Sian's other fantastic books set in Dublin's Sandycove Bay..Sian O’Gorman about lost friendship, love and learning to .Praise for Sian O'Gorman:'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' Faith Hogan' Truly Amazing...Another outstanding story from Sian, you just can't go wrong with her books ,they are impossible to put down. I would definitely recommend that you read this book,you won't be disappointed.' - Reader Review'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland'What a truly wonderful book. I loved everything about this book. Sian has the gift of story telling. Can't wait for her next book' - Reader Review'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' Claudia Carroll'Loved this book. Fantastic book about life and love and families. I read it really quickly and thoroughly enjoyed it. I didn’t want it to end' - Reader Review'Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.' Gillian Harvey'Joyful, uplifting and hugely entertaining tale about living life to the fullest, the power of friendship and finding your voice you are going to love' - Reader Review

Escape to the tranquil shores of Five Island Cove for a heartwarming summer of friendship, reading, coastal charm, and the discovery of something in the library archives that could splinter this tight-knit group of women.Tessa Simmons has finally found her sanctuary. As the new Assistant Director at the library in the cove, she’s determined to prove that stories can build bridges. With the support of her vibrant new friends—Robin, AJ, Kelli, Alice, Eloise, Laurel, and Jean—Tessa’s vision for adult programming begins to reach across all five islands. But as Eloise steps back to focus on her family, Tessa realizes that leading a community requires more than just a love for literature; it requires navigating the complex tides of island life.The cove is buzzing with the energy of a “lighthouse little library” and a brilliant new idea from Robin’s daughter and Alice: a bicycle book club. As the club takes shape, drawing in Maddy, Julia, and Clara, a beautiful intergenerational bond begins to bloom. It’s a season of growth, tourism, and newfound connections across generations.However, the library archives hold a truth that hasn't seen the light of day in decades. As Tessa explores the history of the Cove to help shape its future, she unearths a discovery that will test every friendship she’s made. Will these sweet small-town bonds hold firm, or will the shadows of the past splinter their found family forever?Dive into a clean and wholesome women’s fiction series filled with sweet romance, enduring friendships, the power of women, and the kind of coastal escape you’ll want to visit over and over again. Perfect for fans of beach reads and stories of community, sisterhood, and second chances.

Callie Williams is tired of it all: her fast-paced life in New York City, her demanding career, and her exacting fiancé. An unexpected visit from her sister and the discovery of a secret upend her life, and she is forced to finally make the decision to start over.Leaving everything behind, Callie makes a life-changing move to the small town of Seneca Springs nestled on the banks of Cayuga Lake in beautiful Finger Lakes Wine Country. Taking on a daunting renovation while navigating the complexities of small-town life, Callie forges lifelong friendships, eats more than her fair share of delicious food, and tries not to meddle in the lives of her guests. The only thing hindering her newfound happiness is the attraction she feels for Nick, a rough-around-the-edges construction worker who is determined to get under Callie’s skin.A late-night delivery will tear them apart, but a quintessential nor'easter snowstorm might just force them back together....Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery, and Robyn Carr, The Summer Breeze series is heartwarming women's fiction filled with small-town charm, second chances, friendship, and clean romance.

A tender and captivating new novel about love, friendship and food from the bestselling author of Escape to the French Farmhouse. Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain and Sarah Morgan!"A charming summer read" - 5-STAR reader review"An absolutely fabulous story, yet again Jo Thomas does not disappoint" - 5-STAR reader review"A delicious book to devour" - 5-STAR reader review"A beautiful story of love, family, friendship, community, good food and never giving up" - 5-STAR reader review"Will take your breath away" - 5-STAR reader review"Heartbreaking and heartwarming" - 5-STAR reader reviewIt's never too late to find where you belong...Thea knew the holiday house her late husband Marco bought in Tuscany wasn't pristine. But when she relocates to Italy for the summer with her children, she's shocked by how much work Casa Luna needs. And she only has six weeks to fix it up ready to sell! Her only option is to ask the tight-knit Italian community for help.In return, Thea and her children become involved in the community kitchen, working alongside handsome chef Giovanni and three very competitive nonnas. Gradually, Thea begins to open up to the people around her for the first time in a long while. But just as she's beginning to wonder whether this small Tuscan town could become a new place to call home, a surprise visitor turns everything on its head . . .