When You Were Mine

Author: Emma-Claire Wilson

Category: Womens Fiction

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‘Grab the tissues and clear your schedules as you will not be able to put this down!!!’ Reader review, ?????‘Beautiful, emotional and hopeful, but have tissues to hand.’ Liz Fenwick‘I read it in a day…even after finishing it, it’s still lingering in my mind.’ Reader review, ?????––––––––––––––––––One mistake could change their lives forever…My life is a mess. My marriage is falling apart, and I’d hoped the arrival of our baby girl would bring us closer together. Yet, as she grows, I see less of a resemblance to my husband, stirring unsettling questions.I was hoping a visit from my friend, Victoria would bring some stability. With her seemingly perfect life in Spain, she embodies hope for a brighter future.But our reunion has taken an unexpected turn. And when a shock diagnosis shakes our family further, Victoria doesn’t know it yet, but she might just hold the key to saving our family.But if I want her to help, a big secret has to come out. Revealing the truth risks everything – my marriage, our friendship, our families. Can we weather this storm, or will it shatter us beyond repair?An emotional and powerful novel of motherhood, friendship and what family means to us all. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Susan Lewis.Praise for Emma-Claire Wilson:‘Tragic but ultimately uplifting.’ Katie Fforde‘Definitely a page turner that you won't be able to put down!’ Reader review, ?????‘Heartbreaking and heartwarming.’ Reader review, ?????‘A heartfelt and suspenseful tale of an agonising life-and-death dilemma…this is a family drama that doesn’t shy away from sadness and conflict but powers towards an ultimately hopeful conclusion.’ Ali Mercer‘An unputdownable addictive emotional rollercoaster drama filled with love, family, heartbreak, friendship and loss.’ Reader review, ?????‘A beautifully written and emotionally moving novel. All the characters in this book were amazing…it was impossible not to feel a connection with them!’ Reader review, ?????‘An emotional story which broke my heart but was beautifully uplifting and filled with hope.’ Emma Cowell‘An emotional, original read that gripped me from the start.’ Reader review, ?????‘What an emotional ride…beautifully written!’ Reader review, ?????‘This Child of Mine is an emotionally-charged, beautiful, and poignant story that will stay with me for a very long time. Wilson had me sobbing from the very first page, and I couldn't put the book down. An absolute triumph of a debut.’ Natali Simmonds‘Full of raw emotion, sadness and heartache, but also family, friendship, smiles, laughter, and hope. I can’t recommend it highly enough!’ Reader review, ?????‘Beautifully written covering marriage, motherhood, social media issues, foster families, anger and love.’ Reader review, ?????

Shout Her Lovely Name

Author: Natalie Serber

Category: Womens Fiction

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Short stories that are “achingly true to life when it comes to the many ways mothers and daughters grow together and apart, over and over again” (O, The Oprah Magazine).
 
“Mothers and daughters go at it in the way only mothers and daughters can, with full hearts and claws out, in Natalie Serber’s funny, bittersweet collection” of short fiction named a New York Times Notable Book (Vanity Fair).
 
In a battle between a teenager and her mother, wheat bread and plain yogurt become weapons. An aimless college student, married to her much older professor, sneaks cigarettes while caring for their newborn son. On the eve of her husband’s fiftieth birthday, a pilfered fifth of rum, an unexpected tattoo, and rogue teenagers leave a woman questioning her place. And in a suite of stories, we follow capricious, ambitious single mother Ruby and her cautious, steadfast daughter, Nora, through their tumultuous life—stray men, stray cats, and psychedelic drugs—in 1970s California.
 
“The characters are irresistible . . . Serber writes with exquisite patience and sensitivity, and is an expert in the many ways that love throws people together and splits them apart, often at the same time.” —TheWall Street Journal
 
“From its first page, Serber’s debut collection plunges us into the humid heat and lightning of a perfect storm: that of American mothers and daughters struggling for power, love, meaning, and identity. . . . Serber’s writing sparkles: practical, strong, brazenly modern, marbled with superb descriptions.” —San Francisco Chronicle
 
“Mothers and daughters burst from these pages in stories about food, boyfriends, birthdays, husbands and more.” —Houston Chronicle
 
“In the tradition of Lorrie Moore and Tobias Wolff, Natalie Serber’s stories uncover the secret hearts of seemingly ordinary people. Funny, heart-felt, and keenly perceptive, this is a book worth shouting about.” —Dan Chaon, author of If I Loved You I Would Tell You This
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Little Museum of Hope

Author: Sally Jenkins

Category: Womens Fiction

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An utterly uplifting and emotional story from award-winning Sally Jenkins.Tucked away in a quiet jewellery quarter, the Little Museum of Hope waits . . .Vanessa is starting again at fifty-five after a betrayal ends her thirty-year marriage.So she decides it’s time to follow her dream of opening a teashop.It’s now or never.She comes across an article about the Museum of Broken Relationships, and realises that she can’t be the only one starting again later in life or nursing a broken heart. So Vanessa opens up her shop as a haven for lost souls to share their stories.Seeing her customers connecting helps Vanessa see her own future with a new sense of hope. But with her new friends by her side can Vanessa find the courage to open her heart once more?This charming and gorgeously uplifting novel about the power of storytelling is perfect for readers who loved The Book of Beginnings, The Lost Bookshop, Rebecca Raisin or Jill Mansell.Readers love Little Museum of Hope:‘Something special.’ ?????‘Refreshing and emotional.’ ?????‘What a beautiful book.’ ?????‘Leaves you feeling uplifted and hopeful for the future.’ ?????‘A truly humbling and enriching tale.’ ?????‘From the first page I was hooked.’ ?????ALSO BY SALLY JENKINSSTANDALONESLITTLE MUSEUM OF HOPEWAITING FOR A BRIGHT NEW FUTURE

Whatever You Want: We Write, You Decide

Author: Rachel Timms

Category: Womens Fiction

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Welcome to the world of Whatever You Want, a novel that turns twentysomething London into a fantasyland of endless possibilities. Play the game as Barbarella -- alluring, flirtatious, and sharp as the lash from a bondage whip -- or as Barnaby, with his insatiable attraction to beautiful women and danger. Armed only with your quick wits and social expertise to navigate through the minefields of drunken gratification, easy conquests, and ruthless adversaries, you hold the fates of these vulnerable heroes in your hands.

Should you dare to risk it all at an illicit casino or charm your way around a country estate where things could get up-close-and-very-personal? Will you fight to win back your lost loves or choose instead to have the time of your life getting over them? And when you've had all the fun you possibly can, do you have what it takes to make it to The Perfect Ending? Getting what you want takes more than a little agile thinking and social cunning ... Because life was never meant to be a spectator sport.

The House that Florence Left

Author: Chris Penhall

Category: Womens Fiction

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ESCAPE TO PORTUGAL FOR SUMMER, SUN AND SECOND CHANCES.Could an unlikely inheritance be the secret to Bella’s happiness?Bella Cresswell likes her life organized. But when she inherits her great-aunt Florence’s house in the Algarve, her life gets decidedly disorganized.Bella flies to Portugal hoping for a quick sale. Except there’s a clause in Florence’s will stopping her. Before she can sell the house, Bella must ‘make it better’.As she tries to fix-up the dilapidated property Bella finds herself caught up in the charm of the gorgeous Portuguese village. She meets the eccentric and friendly locals — including a pair of storks, Harry and Sally, who have taken up residence on her roof. Not to mention her handsome, yet mysterious, neighbour, Hugo.Perhaps there was more to Florence’s wish for Bella to make it better than she first thought. And when it’s time to sell and say goodbye will Bella be able to return to her old life?Or will she discover that some things are meant to be held onto forever?This gorgeous, escapist, holiday romance is perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Milly Johnson, Kim Nash, Jessica Redland and Jo Bartlett.Readers love THE HOUSE THAT FLORENCE LEFT:????? ‘I fell in love with the characters, the setting, and the storks! Just the book I needed.’????? ‘I love books about new beginnings. The House That Florence Left gave me just that. It was just what I needed.’????? ‘I loved this story.’ALSO BY CHRIS PENHALLPORTUGUESE PARADISEBook 1: THE HOUSE THAT ALICE BUILTBook 2: NEW BEGINNINGS AT THE LITTLE HOUSE IN THE SUNBook 3: THE HOUSE ON THE HILLBook 4: THE HOUSE THAT FLORENCE LEFTSTANDALONESSUMMER IN YOUR EYESFINDING SUMMER HAPPINESS

The Swim

Author: Janet Hoggarth

Category: Womens Fiction

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An unforgettable, funny and inspiring story of one ordinary woman’s choice to be extraordinary ? Perfect for fans of Libby Page, Clare Pooley, Amanda Prowse and Marian Keyes!'Heart-swelling, heart-breaking and all-round unforgettable.' Number One Bestseller Shari Low ??????????Everything is about to change for Cordelia Franks – she just doesn't know it yet.When Cordelia decides to train to swim the English Channel, she understands why no one believes she can do it. After a lifetime of never finishing anything, she doesn’t really believe she can either. But she’s determined to try.As she strides into the Channel with hours stretching ahead of her, Cordelia swims against every milestone in her life so far. Every failed relationship, every friendship let go, every exam failed, every tricky job she quit. A life lived never giving it her all. Until now.With every stroke, with every mile, Cordelia knows that this is finally her moment. Because if she keeps this promise to herself, if she doesn’t give up, nothing will ever be the same again.And waiting in France is an unimagined future and someone who does believe in her…The Swim is an unforgettable, inspiring story about taking a leap, trusting yourself, and choosing to live boldly!Readers love Janet Hoggarth:‘I honestly can’t recommend this book enough. It’s a wonderful heartfelt story filled with emotion, humour, intrigue and love. It’s the perfect summer read whether on holiday or at home. I can’t put it down!’‘Cried and laughed throughout the book. Lovely story. Brilliantly written and will definitely be reading more of Janet Hoggarth’s novels.’‘I love the way this book is written, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and would absolutely give it 10/10’‘Thoroughly enjoyed this book, made me laugh and cry, likeable, relatable characters. I'm sad that I've finished it. Will definitely be reading more books by the same author.’‘The best moving realistic story I have ever read. Totally absorbed, a few tears later as I was so moved.’