We regret to inform you of the passing of your great-aunt, Matilda Hartley. As the sole beneficiary of her estate, you have inherited her business, No. 17 Curiosity Lane, Puffin Island…Music journalist Fern Talbot has just inherited a dusty antique shop from a woman she never knew. Her plan is simple: get in, sell it, and get out.But when she discovers that her charming lodger, Daniel, is her train ride meet-cute, and a tantalising mystery wrapped up in a vintage wedding dress demands to be solved, Puffin Island quickly captures this devoted city girl’s heart…Each gorgeous title in the Puffin Island series can be read as a standalone.Why readers adore No. 17 Curiosity Lane:'Full of warmth, fun and feel-good factor' #1 Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde'I read this in practically one sitting… I didn’t want to put it down' ?????'I just wanted to keep turning the pages … The best' ?????‘A delight to read, it leaves you smiling' ?????‘Such a heartwarming read' ?????'I finished it with a big smile, and a serious urge to move to Puffin Island' ?????‘Will stay with you long after you turn the last page' ?????'Christie creates a community which you really want to be a part of. I want to live on the island!' ??????????'Christie creates a community which you really want to be a part of. I want to live on the island!' ?????

Five mudlarkers. One community. Countless unexpected discoveries!'I was so heavily invested, I was distraught when it came to an end!' Reader review ?????The day Adam leaves her, Gemma takes her heightened emotions, her now-ex-mother-in-law’s hot pink wellies, and a pair of yellow Marigold gloves down to the River Thames. She thinks finding historical objects in the hotchpotch of pebbles, rocks and mud is the only way to distract from her heartbreak. Until she meets an eclectic group of people who love to do the same thing.As the mudlarkers begin to open up to each other, Gemma realises that they are not just bonding over the wonders of the past, because what’s in the present might be more important. And perhaps friendship is not the only treasure to be found on the banks of the river…Praise for The Mudlarkers' Club 'A warm and uplifting read, packed with loveable characters you can’t help but root for’ Kate Storey'An emotional and uplifting story, following a delightful group of characters – the Mudlarkers – as they search the riverbed for forgotten treasures, making new friends and changing their lives along the way. You won’t look at the Thames in the same way again’ Elissa Soave‘[Riley] gives us this feel-good foray into the “treasures” buried on the banks of the River Thames’ The Sunday Post'I loved this read. it made me feel so much better about planet earth right now.' Reader review ?????'Emotional, authentic storytelling, I was hooked 'til the end!' Reader review ?????'I had heard of mudlarking but this book really brought it to life … There is a lovely community feel to the story.' Reader review ?????'I really enjoyed it … an uplifting read.' Reader review ?????

‘OMG!!… Absolutely gorgeous!!!… STUNNING… I was completely addicted and could not put it down.' Bookworm86, ?????A mysterious old house, an unforgettable romance and a lost granddaughter escaping to the stunning Irish coast…Lily Fleury used to love visiting her eccentric grandmother Sylvia in Ireland, taking long sunset walks on the beach and exploring the nooks and crannies of the family’s old home Magnolia Manor. But when she arrives from Dublin broken-hearted, hoping to heal in Sylvia’s warm embrace, she finds the once ornate Georgian house in disrepair and the gardens wildly overgrown. Sylvia has always been fiercely independent, but Lily can’t believe she hasn’t told anyone she’s been struggling.Lily knows she can’t leave until she gets Sylvia back on her feet. Although mysterious local builder Dominic agrees to help, from the moment Lily looks into his fierce green eyes they clash over how to fix the sprawling estate. It’s only when she hears the soft Irish lilt of his voice as he sings in the local pub that their arguments ignite a spark of passion neither can ignore…But when Lily finds a trunk of tattered letters in the gatehouse, she discovers a devastating secret Sylvia has been hiding about Magnolia Manor. And she soon learns the real reason Dominic agreed to help out. Lily wanted to save her family home, and could see a life here with Dominic, but will the truth force her to leave the man who has captured her heart and never return?Fans of Mary Alice Monroe, Sheila O’Flanagan and Debbie Macomber will fall head over heels for this gorgeous, feel-good new series set on the stunning windswept beaches of the west coast of Ireland.What readers are saying about The Keeper of the Irish Secret:‘I loved everything about this story… absolutely unforgettable, captivating and unputdownable story that I highly recommend. Do yourself a favour and immediately put this book on top of your to be read pile. Ten stars for this one.’ Page Turners, ?????‘Omg!… A stunning, uplifting read!… I was captivated… I felt as if I was right there in beautiful Dingle!… A perfect cosy read… I fell in love with the characters and breezed through this enchanting book in two evenings. I cannot wait for the next books in the Magnolia Manor series!’ @booksbyaisling, ?????‘Let yourself be swept away to Ireland!… an excellent story filled with rich emotions!… I could not put it down! I loved that this love story was set in Ireland!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘A beautiful story… I loved the way the story unfolded… I was totally engrossed in it and was sad when I finished it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Enchanting… delightful… Love and mystery are intertwined, making this a perfect fascinating page-turner!... Susanne captivates us with her stunning Irish setting, warm writing style, delightful cast, and fun historical family mystery… like returning to visit a much loved friend.’ Cindylspear, ?????‘Captivating… It makes one long to visit Ireland. Don’t wait, grab your copy now!’ @karen_loves_reading, ?????‘Full of Irish charm and magic… I got quite swept away… enchanting story… a beautiful family drama and a wonderful way to start what promises to be a gorgeous new series. I’m eagerly awaiting our next trip to Magnolia Manor.’ Sarah K Reads, ?????

????? "My response when I finished reading it was, "Wow!"" Old friends, new neighbors, and secrets by the sea...After decades of searching for her missing son, Maisie finally returns to Beach Cove, the quaint seaside village where time seems to stand still and her old beach house—a home full of secrets, memories, and love—is waiting for her.Against the backdrop of familiar cobblestone streets and cozy cafes, Maisie reconnects with her friends—a fishmonger with a heart as vast as the ocean, a bookseller who believes in the magic of every story, and a teacher whose sweet wisdom reaches beyond textbooks. Soon, Maisie discovers that the bonds of friendship can weather any storm, and that true connections deepen with time.But returning home means facing the past too, including the bittersweet memories of her son and the dreams she once had. As Maisie navigates the twists and turns of her search for closure, she learns that sometimes, the best way to move forward is by revisiting the past and embracing the love and the loss, the laughter and the tears that have waited all along.Beach Cove Home is an emotional, heartwarming tale of second chances, the power of friendship, and the undeniable comfort of home. Find yourself drawn into a world of morning fogs and changing tides, savoring the charm of a close-knit community where laughter is the universal language and love has a way of finding you.Get ready to be swept into this heartwarming sisterhood saga full of beautiful, flawed characters you'll absolutely adore, stunning coastal settings with craggy cliffs and wild beaches, and a small town brimming with unique characters and riveting mysteries you'll never forget!????? "What an awesome series! Captivated in the first sentence! Beautiful writing!" ~ Amazon reviewer????? "A heartwarming and heartbreaking read, all in one." ~ Amazon reviewer????? "Friendship is truly the heart of the story." ~ Goodreads reviewer

Three best friends. Two crumbling estates. And one trip that changes everything. When three barn besties escape for a girls’ trip to Ireland, they expect a lot of fun. They don’t expect to want to stay… forever.Natalie was always the responsible one, the organized one, the together one. But when she inadvertently leaves one day early for their vacation and comes home pink-cheeked with embarrassment, the last thing she expects to find is her husband. . .in their bed with another woman. Luckily, they don’t notice her, and she takes the trip as a time-out to figure out what to do.Samantha’s marriage has never been full of fireworks and trips to Cabo, but they were making it work. At least, she thought they were. When an unreasonable ultimatum sends her into a tailspin just before the trip, she takes the time to reevaluate what matters and what she wants out of life and love.Vanessa’s husband passed a few years before, and she’s been soldiering on. Moments away from her job and responsibilities as a mother of three have been rare, but she has no plans of uprooting their life in Colorado. At least, not until someone she trusts betrays her in a big way. That wound makes her question everything about her own value and her family’s future.Can these three friends help each other find firm ground in a world that seems to be unsafe, unsteady, and unhappy? And can found family really be what they all need when the going gets tough?Publisher's Weekly said:The Crumbly Old Castle is a charming book about three friends rediscovering themselves after betrayal, disappointment, and grief. Ireland almost serves as a fourth character, and the setting adds to the lovely atmosphere. There's a sweetness to this book. There are mentions of affairs and flirtations, but nothing is ever salacious, and Baker stays true to her voice throughout.The multiple points of view and descriptions of Ireland elevate the story, and Baker skillfully teases the novel's mood while transporting readers into its setting. She also presents each character distinctly, highlighting how the three main women bring out the good in each other. Natalie, Samantha, and Vanessa all struggle with her own unique challenges, but, as a whole, their interactions reflect the power of supportive friendships.

Middle-aged. Divorced. Hormonally imbalanced. Then she got magic. Underestimate her. That’ll be fun.Miriam Feldman is ditching her shapewear and finally letting her magic fly free.When Miri was a teen, her parents were murdered by magic assassins. These days, her aggressively normal job as a law librarian suits her just fine. Normal keeps her daughter safe. Normal means no one notices the dangerous power she’s spent years pretending she doesn’t have.That ends when her ride-or-die best friend vanishes after tangling with vampires.To get her back, Miri unleashes the rare shadow magic she’s kept buried for decades. It’s intoxicatingly empowering—and impossible to ignore.Plunged into a hidden supernatural world where not knowing the rules is a fast-track to a painful end, Miri's audacity is both her greatest weapon and her biggest risk. She enlists help the only way she can: by blackmailing a grumpy French wolf shifter into her rescue mission. He has the infuriating habit of disagreeing with her every move… and a baffling drive to protect her, even though she doesn’t need it.Then there’s their chemistry. Sharp, undeniable, and very much not on her To-Do list.As threats multiply and secrets unravel, Miri discovers that magic doesn’t just change the rules—it changes her. But will claiming this second act cost her the people she loves… or finally give her the life she thought she’d missed her chance at?Featuring a smart older heroine with zero effs left to give, laugh-out-loud banter, and a swoony shifter romance, this clever mix of urban fantasy and mystery will have you bingeing 'just one more chapter.'Read the complete series now.