Let Top 5 bestselling author Kate Frost whisk you away to Kefalonia and Villa Aster where the sun shines and the Ionian sea glistens...Can a Greek escape be the start of something special?Xanthe Fox has it all: a famous, drop-dead gorgeous boyfriend, a dream career and bright future – until heartbreak sends her life into a tailspin.So when Xanthe’s Greek godmother unexpectedly leaves her a villa on the sumptuous island of Kefalonia, Xanthe jumps at the chance to put her life in London on hold and escape to the island hideaway to rethink her future.The break allows Xanthe the time to explore her passions, sift through her feelings and discover more about her estranged Greek family while renovating her godmother’s enchanting Villa Aster.But not everyone is happy to see her. Unfazed by her hostile neighbours and after making a mortifying mistake with a sexy builder, Xanthe is equally charmed by Kefalonia and a handsome, brooding gardener.Chasing dreams, taking chances and saying ‘yes’ has the potential to turn Xanthe’s life upside down, but will a summer escape allow her to sparkle once more? Perfect for fans ofPraise for Kate Frost:'A story that reminds us to take risks and follow our hearts' - Gillian Harvey'This book was such a lovely read, gorgeous setting and great characters.' - Reader Review'Highly recommended – A fabulous location, I wish I was there. A thoughtful, heartfelt story of love, relationships and reconciliation. My first Kate Frost book, but definitely not my last!' - Sandy Barker'Brilliant story I never wanted to put it down I even shed a few tears and had plenty laughs too.' - Reader Review'If you are looking for a perfect dose of summer sunshine, this is the book for you!' -Sarah Bennett'I am a Grecophile and I love a good story. The charachters are wonderful and the story really engaging. A great read for the holidays - beach days or poolside.' - Reader Review'A perfect escape, with sunshine, devastating secrets, tears, smiles and a hero you will fall in love with.' - Jennifer Bohnet'Loved it. Great book, recommend it to anyone who loves romance. Would love to read a second book. Love reading Kate books.' - Reader Review'A beautiful novel about life choices and moving on. Should be read by a pool with a glass of Prosecco in one hand' - T.A. Williams'A lovely escapist tale full of heart, friendship and promise' - Annie Robertson

A hilarious and heart-warming tale of a woman who has had enough, perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Jill Mansell.Being married to a comedian is no joke.Kate is sick of it. Sick of being a wife, cook, dog walker and flat-pack assembler, while still being treated like a doormat. Her husband all but ignores her – unless he needs a clean shirt – and she’s constantly compelled to keep up with the (very smug) Joneses in their neighbourhood.What happened to the fun-loving woman she used to be? At almost 50, Kate feels lost, overlooked and stuck. That is, until she comes home to one of her husband's impromptu parties – and is expected to feed their hungry guests.And that’s it. Breaking point. The final straw.Scrambling out of the bathroom window, Kate leaves. She has no money, no clean pants, and no plan – but a chance encounter sees her following her heart for once. And now there’s no going back…Readers love The Woman Who Ran Away From Everything:‘Another fantastic, funny, totally relatable read! I love the writing style, characters and the way you are drawn in! A brilliant read totally relatable to woman of a certain age’ NetGalley Review ?????‘I can’t wait for readers to get their hands on Kate’s story. I know it will inspire many’ NetGalley Review ?????‘Wow what a book! I could not put it down. Would definitely recommend’ NetGalley Review ?????‘This was so, so lovely. A beautiful tale of taking chances, just going for it and trusting your gut … A real winner of a book’ NetGalley Review ?????‘This is a five-star read that will captivate you. Fiona Gibson always brings funny to her stories. Something special’ NetGalley Review ?????‘Fiona Gibson never fails to entertain. Another gem’ NetGalley Review ?????

A SUNDAY TIMES HARDBACK BESTSELLERLove, friendship and secrets revealed as the sun beats down on dazzling blue Cornish seas . . . The irresistible, romantic, heart-warming summer read from bestselling author Jill Mansell. It's set to be the perfect wedding - till the chauffeur is asked to keep driving the bride round the church. This wedding is not going as planned.Lottie is a guest at the wedding when she sees Max for the first time in fifteen years. No kiss since has matched their last kiss together. They were on the brink of a beautiful love story. Then something shocking happened that tore them apart. Now here he is, handsome as ever, teasing Lottie in the old way - and that tingling electric attraction is back. But Max is out of bounds.Ruby has been the perfect vicar's wife. But when she finds out the truth about her husband Peter, outrage and disbelief drive her to act impulsively, without a thought for the consequences. And nothing will ever be the same again.There will be a wedding of the year - but maybe not yet. When love is in the air, anything can happen . . .The gorgeous new romance from the beloved and bestselling Jill Mansell!Praise for Jill's novels:'A real ray of sunshine . . . Jill's books should be on prescription!' Phillipa Ashley'The absolute definition of reading for pleasure, it will bring hours of happiness' Veronica Henry 'Jill Mansell's brilliance shouts from every page' Milly Johnson

One girl with a typewriter + one movie star = anonymous pen pals, a secret crush, and a steamy, slow-burn summer to risk it all.The bookshop barista…When I sold a vintage typewriter, I never imagined its new owner would become my pen pal, best friend, and secret crush.We have two rules: no photos and no real names.Over the years, “Remington” and I go from typewritten notes to daily texts, but our rules stay the same. And so does my life. I’m a wannabe writer who can’t complete a novel, and I’ve fallen for a guy who I’ve never met.So when I receive a letter my Nanna wrote before she died encouraging me to embark on a summer of risks—my first on the list is to break all the rules.& the celebrity...I hate keeping secrets from my pen pal, the one woman I care about. But I’m Hollywood’s hottest celebrity, and my fame is toxic. If I get close to a girl, she becomes vulnerable, stalked by the tabloids, trolls, and superfans.Our anonymous friendship works until “Typewriter Girl” suddenly ghosts me. Now, I’ll do anything to ensure she’s safe, including stepping out from behind the screen and leading a double life.Star-Crossed Letters is book 1 in the Falling for Famous contemporary romance series. It features:*Friends to lovers*Slow burn & swoony*Movie star hero & ordinary girl*Secret crush*Mysterious pen pal*Forced proximity in a Malibu mansion*Bookshop and cafe vibes*Meet-cute involving a typewriterFind more from Sarah Deeham at: www.sarahdeeham.com

Among the emerald hills of the Lake District sits the village of Thimblebury and Wordsworth Cottage, its garden bursting with wildflowers. It is the perfect place for village nurse Ottilie to make her brave new start…Ottilie Oakcroft never thought she’d live in a place like Wordsworth Cottage. Nestled close to the river, her new home in the tiny village of Thimblebury means all her patients are just a stone’s throw from her front door. As they drop in for cups of tea and cosy chats she ignores all the jobs on her to-do list and gets to know her new neighbours.Yet maybe keeping busy is just what Ottilie needs, even if she’s barely had a minute to unpack her suitcase. Heartbroken after the death of her husband Josh, as she offers advice and hot soup from her kitchen to the villagers who clearly need a helping hand, she starts to feel part of a community again.But disaster strikes when a terrible storm causes the river to burst its banks and flood Ottilie’s ramshackle cottage. She has sunk every penny she has into what she’d hoped would be her forever home, and now she’s faced with the prospect of losing it.But the villagers have other ideas. They can’t bear to lose Ottilie and they make a plan to save her house. Leading the effort is handsome Heath, and as he rolls up his sleeves to get involved in the repairs, he and Ottilie start to open up to each other. Ottilie tells him about her loss, and he shares the pain of a marriage that ended in heartbreak for him.Ottilie hasn’t talked to anyone like this since Josh’s death and while it scares her, a tiny grain of hope begins to grow. Could Heath be the man to make her feel life is worth living again – not just for her patients, but for herself?A completely beautiful and romantic read about healing after heartbreak and learning that the darkest clouds have a silver lining. Fans of Shari Low, Jessica Redland and Jo Bartlett will lose their hearts to A Helping Hand for the Village Nurse. What everyone is saying about A Helping Hand for the Village Nurse:‘I absolutely adored this novel and devoured it over the course of a few nights because I just couldn’t put it down… I was so excited to read Ottilie’s story and I knew I was in for heartbreak after reading the first page. The scenery is absolutely gorgeous.… so moving and beautifully written.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘This was such a good book! The setting was perfect. It would be a great summer read.. I could not put this book down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I loved this book… A really good read. I am a big fan of Tilly Tennant and yet again she does not disappoint.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘A heartwarming and engaging read with great characters, set in the beautiful setting of the Lake District which is one of my favourite places so this added to my enjoyment. I loved the community feel and how everyone pulled together to help each other. This was a lovely heartwarming read of making a fresh start and finding happiness and making new friends. Looking forward to the next instalment’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????What everyone is saying about Tilly Tennant:‘Literally couldn’t put it down! Makes you laugh and tugs at the heartstrings, all in one go!… absolutely perfect!… breath-taking… made me cry and it made me laugh… filled me with warm feelings… …’ Stardust Book Reviews, ?????‘I was hooked! Every chapter left me wanting to carry on reading. My housework and family have pretty much been neglected whilst I have read this!… This is the perfect holiday read, or lazy Sunday afternoon read or that perfect distraction to a dreary weekday commute.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????