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.

The heart-breaking page-turner from bestselling author Amanda Brookfield Perfect for fans of Erica James, Elizabeth Noble and Joanna Trollope!Would you swap houses with a family of strangers? The price you pay might be greater than you think...Sophie and Andrew are looking for relief from the daily grind - if not each other - so when a friend puts them in touch with William and Beth, newlyweds looking to swap houses for the summer, it sounds like a great idea.They find themselves in a stylish Connecticut home, while William and Beth take over their lived-in family house in London. The weeks away work an unexpected magic for Sophie, who begins to find a sense of happiness, but Beth has no such luck and grows increasingly miserable.The two marriages - one crushed by the weight of years, one shiny and new - slide into reverse. And what was meant to be a great summer adventure begins to have dramatic consequences none of them could have foreseen... and all are powerless to stop.What readers are saying about Amanda Brookfield:‘Amanda Brookfield really writes compelling stories that are thought provoking and look deeply at relationships and the emotions in them.’‘This is a wonderful character driven novel. The circumstances and emotions the characters have to deal with, throughout the most pivotal times of their lives are described in a raw and relatable way.’‘Amanda certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one hell of a read!’‘I’ve loved all Amanda Brookfield’s books and this latest one was excellent too. She writes so well, with insight and natural dialogue.’Praise for Amanda Brookfield:'An engaging, emotionally-charged and intriguing story' Michelle GormanNo one gets to the heart of human relationships quite so perceptively as Brookfield.' The Mirror'Unputdownable. Perceptive. Poignant. I loved it.' bestselling author Patricia Scanlan on Before I Knew You'If Joanna Trollope is the queen of the Aga Saga, then Amanda Brookfield must be a strong contender for princess.' Oxford Times

Escape to the Sunshine with this BRAND NEW uplifting romance from bestselling author Mandy Baggot! Perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft and Jenny Colgan ??An unexpected gift… A home in paradise? ?When Molly Adams finds out she’s inherited an apartment in Kassiopi, Corfu, she’s left thinking there must be some mistake. She doesn’t know anyone in Greece at all.But when she arrives there’s a shock. Molly hasn’t inherited a whole apartment, it’s only 50%. But there’s more - she’s also inherited 50% of a boat, 50% of an olive tree and… 25% of a cat.Christos Baros is coming home to Corfu for the summer. A self-made entrepreneur, owning three gyms in Athens, he has no need for half an apartment, half a boat, half an olive tree or a quarter of a cat, but he knows these things are important to his mother.Molly and Christos’s worlds collide in a whirlwind and the irresistible charm of the Greek island draws them even closer together. But as they uncover the secrets of their shared inheritance, will they discover that sometimes, sharing what you never wanted can lead to exactly what you need?This summer, join Molly and Christos in Corfu as they try to work out if one shared Greek gift will turn into a shared future.Praise for Mandy Baggot:'The slow-burn romance between Eve and Gianni was perfect, and the Greek cast, particularly, adorable. A gorgeous summer read with all the ingredients I like best.' Sue Moorcroft'Mandy Baggot at her best - equal measures heart, humour and romance. A must read.' Sandy Barker'Mandy Baggot is the queen of sexy, fun, Greek-set stories.’ Isabelle Broom'A delightful escapist romance packed with sunshine, second chances and an utterly charming cast of characters.' Nina Kaye'I loved the quirky local characters and even quirkier animals at the sanctuary. It was fun and romantic and a wonderful trip to Corfu!' Leonie Mack'A sizzling summer read full of romance, drama and Greek sun! ... Mandy Baggot just gets better and better!' Katie Ginger'Full of Mandy's trademark humour, wonderfully drawn characters and sizzling romance, there is also a deeper emotional level to this book. I loved every word of it.' Sue Fortin