Beautifully written' Reader review ?????'Mary Stewart does it again!' Reader review ?????'Vivid, enthralling, absolutely first class' Daily MailSummer, 1947. Kate Herrick, widowed in the war, returns to Rose Cottage, her childhood home, to retrieve a few family papers before the house is sold. But Rose Cottage is not the idyllic paradise she remembers from her childhood. The papers themselves are missing, and neighbours tell stories of night-time prowlers. Kate discovers that the long shadow of an old secret lies over the house, and in bringing Rose Cottage into the light she will finally be forced to confront the truth of her own past... Rose Cottage is the last novel from the Queen of Suspense Mary Stewart, and is a classic of her writing. Combining romance, mystery, and a sparky heroine, Rose Cottage is a must-read for all classic literature fans.Praise for Mary Stewart: 'This zestful romantic adventure grips, amuses, frightens and delights' Sunday Telegraph 'Always a good read' Reader review ????? 'Mary Stewart is magic' New York Times 'I have read Mary Stewart books over and over again always for pleasure and I am never disappointed' Reader review ????? 'I'd rather read her than most other authors' Harriet Evans 'One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century' Independent 'Captivating and entertaining' Reader review ????? 'She set the benchmark for pace, suspense and romance - with a great dollop of escapism as the icing' Elizabeth Buchan

Clutching my husband’s note in my trembling hands, my world shatters. All I can focus on are four little words with the power to change everything: You deserve the truth.When my long-lost friend Lucy invites us to her Spanish villa, I jump at the chance for me and my husband Robert to have some time together. Our daughters have flown the nest and it’s a chance for us to re-connect.But when we arrive, Robert slowly pulls away from me. His conversation is muted, and he refuses to meet my eye at dinner. When I see him chatting to Lucy’s grown-up daughter, I know something strange is going on…Then one morning, I find a crumpled note in his bedside drawer: What I’m about to say is going to blow our lives apart. But I can’t hide it any longer. And I’m terrified you won’t ever forgive me…In that moment, I feel sure our marriage is over. My husband has been keeping a devastating secret. But if I confront him, I will have to reveal something terrible of my own. And once my secret is out, will my family ever forgive me for what I did?A totally unputdownable and heart-wrenching read about family secrets and how far we will go to protect those we love the most. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Diane Chamberlain.Readers are loving We Both Have Secrets:‘Wow… Ooomph this book sure does pack an emotional punch… My eyes simply couldn’t read fast enough… I loooooove this kind of book… Held me tight and didn’t let go… Brilliant.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Impossible to put down… Will leave you on the edge of your seat and also punch you in the heart… Beautiful.’ kkecreads‘Cancel all plans while reading – I inhaled this over one weekend and resented everything that kept me away from it!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Gripping… I had to set the alarm this morning so that I could finish it before work!’ S.E. Lynes, ?????‘Had me reaching for the tissues… Beautiful… Had my heart in my chest!’ Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews‘I honestly couldn’t put this book down as it hooked me from the beginning.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Brilliant… Once I had started reading, I couldn’t put it down and read it in practically one sitting.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘It only took me 2 days to read! I have loved, finally… not being able to put a book down again!’ TheFictionCafe, ?????‘Had me completely engrossed and I couldn’t put it down. Absolutely brilliant.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘Will have you reading into the night, just finishing that one more chapter!’ cypresscornerreads‘Brilliant… You will need tissues… I could not put it down… An emotional rollercoaster.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Beautiful and emotional… I was glued to the book because it was so gripping, and it really moved me.’ B for Book Review, ?????'Will tug at your heartstrings… Had me gripped throughout.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????

The brilliantly observed, witty and heart-warming new book club read from Richard & Judy bestseller Linda Green, for fans of Clare Pooley, Mike Gayle and David Nicholls!?'Wonderfully executed, unique, clever and hilarious... Linda Green is absolutely at the top of her game. An absolute gem of a book!' Mike GayleAlexa knows your family better than you do. Now you're about to get to know her... Fifty-two-year-old Michelle Banks is struggling to keep all the plates spinning. She’s a perimenopausal district nurse, caring for elderly parents. Her husband is wasting their money on children’s TV memorabilia, her teenage daughter is riddled with anxiety and her sixteen-year-old son is behaving secretively.Alexa is the only one who knows how much Michelle is juggling. Listening in via four smart speakers, she also knows that it’s about to get even worse.So, when Michelle pleads for help from the woman with all the answers, Alexa decides to go rogue and reveal her true identity as Pauline – a sixty-five-year-old former voiceover artist from Halifax – to teach Michelle everything she knows…Wise, funny, relatable and inspiring, The Woman With All The Answers is perfect for fans of Clare Pooley, Mike Gayle and David Nicholls.'I loved this funny, poignant and utterly original novel - a unique and brilliant portrayal of the muddle and messiness of modern family life' Fiona Gibson'It just sings off the page with humour and insight. It is uniquely funny and very moving.' Susan Lewis'I don’t think I could have loved this book more! Linda Green’s characters have such personality and warmth that they soon feel like friends. It’s a wonderful book I know many people will relate to.' Kate Storey'An audacious premise, great characterisation, compelling storytelling and family dramas that just kept spiralling!' Tracy Rees'A super smart concept played out in a hugely enjoyable way. Heart-warming, relatable and ever so funny. Brilliant!' Kate GalleyPraise for Linda Green:'Linda Green is bloody brilliant!' Amanda Prowse'Heart-warming and inspiring: a great read' Katie Fforde'I felt so invested in the characters' lives' Lucy Diamond'Warm, wise and very moving' Araminta Hall'A rollercoaster adventure full of inspiration, hope and sometimes tears.' 5-Star Reader Review'Best book I've read in years! It may be because I'm from Yorkshire or because I'm a mum that I felt such an affinity to the characters in this book but I dare you not to enjoy it. It has everything.' 5-Star Reader Review'A brilliant book that made me laugh out loud, AND audibly so too. True to life characters with real problems.' 5-Star Reader Review

After losing her beloved husband, Beth Thompson feels increasingly isolated. Despite the weekly book club meetings in the small seaside town of Mendocino Beach, Beth misses the love she used to take for granted, dwelling more in the past than in the present.But when her lawyer calls with unexpected news and a young stranger appears at her door asking for help, Beth realizes she’s been standing at a crossroads for far too long. Will she leave her past behind and open herself to a new beginning, or stay safe but lonely, hiding from the world?With courage and a leap of faith, Beth makes a choice that will forever change her life—and the lives of her friends.With their support, Beth begins a journey of self-discovery and healing. As she reconnects with the world, a charismatic restaurant owner offers her a second chance at romance—challenging everything she thought she knew about herself…Join Beth in this heartwarming, small-town world of second chances, mothers and daughters, and new beginnings as she uncovers secrets of the past and builds a future filled with promise, joy, and connection.Each book in this uplifting series follows a sisterhood of best friends as they navigate life’s challenges against a stunning coastal scenery. Let this feel-good women’s fiction sweep you into a world of friendship, unexpected adventures, and heartwarming discoveries—and turn your day into a good one!

An emotionally moving story of family, friendship, love, loss and hope from TOP #5 bestselling author, Kate Frost.Four women struggle with their life choices and the hand fate has dealt them…All Pippa Green has ever wanted is marriage and kids. But at thirty-four and about to embark on IVF, her dream of having a family is far from certain.Pippa’s younger sister Georgie has the opposite problem. Juggling her career, her lover, a young daughter and a husband who wants baby number two, she seems to have it all. But does she?Carefree Sienna, Pippa’s best friend, is happy travelling the world with her successful career in film, however, long term boyfriend Ashton is desperate for Sienna to commit to their future. But when mother nature throws them a surprise, will it make or break them?Happily married Connie shares her fertility journey with Pippa. While their blossoming friendship is cemented through the highs and lows of shared experiences, Connie underestimates the impact that being unable to conceive will have on her and her marriage.As their lives collide in a way they could never have predicted, will any of them find lasting happiness?Previously Published as Beneath the Apple Blossom by Kate FrostPerfect for fans of Rowan Coleman, Dani Atkins and Sian O'Gorman.Praise for A Love Like No Other'A gripping, emotional page-turner of a story which brought me close to tears' - Sheila Norton'I absolutely loved this book. The story was sad and happy at the same time. Really well written. I was hooked from page one. Can't wait to read more of Kate's books' -Reader Review'A great book and right up there on my highly recommended list!'- JB Johnston, Brook Cottage Books'Really enjoyed the characters in this book it was such a powerful story line of hope love, loss, families and friends' - Reader Review'A brave and engrossing read on an important topic about which too little is written' - Debbie Young'Lovely writing with down to earth sentiment. Enjoyed every bit of it :)' - Reader Review'What I love about this story is that it is very real. Beautiful and poignant!' - Tracey Rogers'This has been one of the most refreshing books I have read this year - read it and be as moved as I was' - The Book Addicted Housewife'This story was incredibly real and powerful. I loved it so much, and wish that everyone would read it.' - Kerrie, Comfy Reading.

Carmel Sheehan was raised in an orphanage in Dublin, and always believed what she was told, that her unmarried mother abandoned her as a newborn.Forty years later, living in rural Ireland, in an unfulfilling marriage, and she has no reason to suspect that version of her past was untrue, until she gets a Facebook message one day from a stranger claiming it was all lies.In this gripping story, Carmel begins a journey of discovery that takes her back to a time long before she was born when love and loyalty, betrayals and secrets decided her fate. The reality of her true story is both shocking and heartwarming, and Carmel learns that in order to go forward, she must first make peace with her past.