‘This will always be your home.’ My daughter’s voice warms me, and I look out at the sea, smelling the wild Irish flowers on the windowsill. But what if the secret I’m keeping destroys the only family I have left?Wiping away her tears, Patricia Fleury carefully twists the ring off her finger. She sets it down on the glass tabletop and locks her front door for the final time. She never imagined she’d go back to the West Coast of Ireland, but she knows she can only grieve the loss of her husband if she’s surrounded by her daughters, and the laughter of her grandchildren. Unless her secrets follow her…The windswept beach sparkles as Patricia spends her days swimming and building sandcastles with her family. But starting again in her old, worn-out cottage, unlived in for years, is harder than she thought. The nights are lonely, and every noise in the darkness reminds her of the painful past she’s trying to escape. Until she runs into a mysterious old friend from the past, Cillian O’Malley, whose dark, hazel eyes look wounded too. With every brush of his hand, and every old memory they share, she begins to feel safe again. If she admits the longing she feels, which burns brighter every day, could they make a new life together?But when Patricia lets Cillian into her home, allowing herself to imagine waking up in his strong arms every day, he uncovers a young child’s drawings in an old wardrobe in the cottage. Patricia feels a rush of fear as Cillian makes excuses and hurries out of the door. Does he know her secret?Patricia thought Cillian might accept her for who she really is, but will her mistakes tear them apart? Can they work together to right the wrongs of the past? Or will she hurt those she has fought so hard to protect for all these years?A gorgeous, completely unputdownable second chance romance for fans of Tricia O’Malley, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe.What readers are saying about Susanne O’Leary:‘OMG! OMG!! I cannot remember the last time I was so gutted to come to the end of a book!! I absolutely fell in love and it genuinely felt like I was packing my bags and being whisked away… Absolutely gorgeous!!!…An absolutely stunning, heart-warming romance.’ Bookworm 86, ?????‘I was completely captivated… Amazing… completely melted my heart. This story is uplifting and inspiring and I found it to be unputdownable. I absolutely loved it.’ Page Turners, ?????‘Truly touched my heart. Impossible to put down… kept me tapping the screen of my Kindle deep into the night… will be with me for a long while.’ Robin Loves Reading, ?????‘I couldn’t put this down! Absolutely delightful!… Loved this!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I really wish I was still reading this book…I suppose I had to run out of pages at some point, at the rate I was devouring them… Perfect… A pure joy to read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Stunning… Once you begin it you won’t be able to put it down.’ Stardust Book Reviews, ?????‘I soon became addicted to reading this beautiful story… I couldn’t turn those pages fast enough… Draws you into the story from the first word… An emotional rollercoaster ride.’ Ginger Book Geek, ?????

Welcome to Crickley Creek, where dreams are encouraged—as long as they fit within the proper rules of etiquette.After her mother’s death, Charlotte Sinclair trades her California roots for Crickley Creek, a postcard-perfect small town in the South Carolina Lowcountry. She hopes running her own coffee shop will give her the belonging she’s been searching for—but gossip spreads faster than magnolias bloom, and Charlotte soon learns that “bless your heart” doesn’t always mean what it seems.Her growing connection with Will Rushton—a local hero with deep roots and a loyal heart—offers Charlotte a glimpse of the love and acceptance she craves. But not everyone is ready to welcome an outsider, especially when a long-buried secret threatens the legacy of one of the town’s most powerful families. A truth her mother’s arch rival will do anything to hide.And if Charlotte doesn’t learn how to overcome the damage some well-placed gossip can do to her reputation, she might lose everything, including her rose-colored memories of her mother. But is it possible for an outsider to belong in the deep South and still remain true to her own roots?The Firefly Jar is a heartfelt blend of women’s fiction and sweet romance—perfect for readers of Mary Alice Monroe and Elin Hilderbrand.

Because the best adventures are still to come…Escape to the sun with the #1 bestselling author of The Cruise in a feelgood rom com full of romance, fun and mischief, which will sweep you away to the azure waters of the Mediterranean with every turn of the page…Set sail on the Diamond Star for sunshine, romance – and just a little bit of mischief…Cosy crime writer Carmen Cunningham is in trouble. Her inspiration has vanished, her deadline is looming, and her meddling elderly mother Betty consumes her every waking moment.Hoping to revive her creativity, Carmen books a dream cruise, featuring workshops with her literary idol, Ruskin Reeve. It’s the perfect plan – until Betty insists on tagging along…However, as the Diamond Star sails through sun-soaked ports and magical Mediterranean islands, Carmen finds the escape she needs as she discovers new friendships, and unexpected sparks with the grumpy, but charming, Ruskin.But mischief is afoot on board the ship, with talk of items going missing and a secret club that’s got everyone talking… Will the cruise reignite Carmen’s writing muse or plunge her into the biggest plot twist of her life? Because, as she's about to find out, anything can happen at sea…Escape this summer on a holiday like no other, where fun and frolics are the order of the day! The perfect read for fans of Sarah Morgan and Judy Leigh.Your favourite authors love The Cruise Club!'A hilarious, sun-filled love letter to fun and friendship, and the best possible holiday you can take in book form – I feel like I’ve cruised the Mediterranean from my armchair!’ Holly Martin‘This book is just what we all need – pure escapism and lots of fun in the sun. Caroline James's light touch and heart-warming characters are a tonic from the first page to the last.’ Judy Leigh'The Cruise Club showcases Caroline James’s trademark vivid, quirky characters in a glorious setting.' Sue Moorcroft‘A sun-soaked, feel-good escape packed with mystery, mischief, and heart. You’ll fall in love with Carmen, root for her muse, and wish you were aboard the Diamond Star too.’ Christie Barlow‘All aboard this feel-good, heart lifting voyage of discovery. A journey filled with unexpected friendships, mischievous twists, and undeniable chemistry…the perfect escape – five Diamond Stars!’ Nicola MayPraise for Caroline James:‘Fabulous to read…It’s about a girls’ weekend with characters in their 60s and determined to have a good time’ Woman & Home ‘A laugh out loud, naughty, enlightening heart-warming story about friendship and discovery’ Yours Magazine‘Girl power for the over sixties!’ ?????‘The escapades of these three women are funny…Their voices come alive on the page’ ?????‘A tale of friendship that has lasted through the decades which I found hard to put down’ ?????‘Oh my word …I couldn't put this down it was so good, following the adventures of Anne, Kath and Jane was brilliant and happy endings throughout’?????‘This author was new to me, and I am already downloading more of her books because she writes in a way that makes me keep reading and because I feel good at the end… What more could anyone want?’ ?????‘What an enjoyable read! …a fun filled trip for sure’?????