Forty-two-year-old Shelley Marino's desperate yearning for a child has led her to one of the only doors still open to her: foreign adoption. It is a decision that strains and ultimately shatters her relationship with her husband, Martin—the veteran of an Asian war who cannot reconcile what Shelley wants with what he knows about the world. But it unites her with Mai, who emigrated from Vietnam decades ago and has now acquired the accoutrements of the American dream in an effort to dull the memory of the tragedy that drove her from her homeland. As a powerful friendship is forged, two women embark on a life-altering journey to the world Mai left behind—to confront the stark realities of a painful past and embrace the promise of the future.

USA Best Book Award Finalist in General Fiction

When Brian finds out that his wife, Diane, is pregnant, he is elated. He’s been patiently waiting for twelve years to become a father. But Diane has always been nervous about having children because of her family’s dark past. The timing of the pregnancy also isn’t ideal—Diane has just been promoted, and Brian is being called away to open a new London office for his company.

Fast-forward one year: being a mother has brought Diane a sense of joy that she’d never imagined and she’s head over heels for her new baby, Grace. But things are far from perfect: Brian has still not returned from London, and Diane fears leaving the baby for even a moment. As unsettling changes in those around Diane began to emerge, it becomes clear that all is not as it seems.

A woman’s dark past collides head-on with her mysterious present in this surreal and gripping family drama.

'An irresistible, feel-good story infused with infectious humour and sprinkled with Manhattan magic' - Miranda Dickinson'An endearing, romantic and fun read for chick-lit (and rom com!) fans' - Closer---------------------------Scarlett O'Brien, utterly addicted to romantic films, has found her leading man. She's convinced Sean is Mr Right, but the day-to-day reality of a relationship isn't quite like the movies. With Sean constantly away on business, Scarlett and her new best friend Oscar decide to head to New York for the holiday of a lifetime.From one famous landmark to the next, Scarlett and Oscar make many new friends during their adventure - including sailors in town for Fleet Week, a famous film star, and Jamie & Max, a TV reporter and cameraman. Scarlett finds herself strangely drawn to Jamie, they appear to have much in common: a love of films and Jamie's search for a parent he never knew. But Scarlett has to ask herself why she is reacting like this to another man when she's so in love with Sean . . .The third fabulously fun romantic comedy from Ali McNamara, bestselling author of Breakfast at Darcy's and From Notting Hill with Love . . . Actually

????? "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