It's time to shake off the dust and make a new start... An uplifting novel of bold adventures and new beginnings, perfect for readers of Rachel Joyce.'Such warmth and humour. I cheered for Winifred over and over' Judy Leigh'Winifred Peters is an absolute delight!' Celia Anderson'A joy from beginning to end' CJ Wray When her husband departs, her adventures begin... 1933. In the tiny outback town of Bittamilla, Winifred Peters buries her husband after decades of dutiful silence, surrounded by her thankless grown-up children. On discovering a surprise inheritance, Winifred makes a sudden decision to leave town, and when she encounters a young wife taking refuge from her husband, the two women board a train to bustling Sydney. The city brings unexpected adventures, new friends and the chance to finally find their voices. But when the past catches up with them, will they be able to hold on to their fiercely won freedom? Readers ADORE Winifred Peters Is Not Sorry for Her Loss...? ? ? ? ? 'A truly enjoyable read. I was completely invested in Winifred's story, and I went through such a range of emotions while reading. I wholeheartedly recommend it'? ? ? ? ? 'What an absolutely wonderful story... formidable female friendships are a pure delight. Full of charm, wit, humour and wonderful characters'? ? ? ? 'The adventures were described in a way that made me feel as if I were right there with them. There were laugh out loud moments. I kept cheering for Winifred'? ? ? ? 'Witty and warm, with just enough bite. Winifred is a heroine for anyone who's ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or quietly furious... A celebration of second chances, chosen family, and the joy of finally saying "no" so you can say "yes" to yourself'? ? ? ? 'Funny, touching, and memorable. Don't miss this one, especially if you are in need of a pick me up!'

Mandie Kelton, Alicia Halverson, and Suzette Paxman are drawn together by the allure of forgotten elegance and the shadows of the past. They'll have to learn to get along if they have any hope of keeping their jobs, and as they restore an abandoned mansion in The Hamptons, they'll also discover the lost and hidden parts of themselves that make them into the women they're meant to be.Mandie Kelton, with her keen eye for architectural beauty and a deep-seated belief in the stories walls can tell, hasn’t had a field assignment for months, and after being encouraged by her husband and then her best friend, Mandie volunteers in a meeting where people have been fired for less.Alicia Halverson is the accounting genius on the team, and she also brings her unparalleled restoration skills, ensuring no detail is overlooked. She’s recently divorced and caring for two small children alone, so she also needs a local project. She and Mandie have always gotten along well despite their age differences, and Alicia is thrilled to be working with her best friend in The Hamptons.However, after their third team member, a “bulldozer” who goes into the dirtiest of places inside the abandoned mansions the firm carefully restores, suffers a fall, Suzette Paxman is assigned to Mandie and Alicia’s team.Suzie is a whirlwind of innovation and energy, whose initial friction with Mandie and Alicia masks her deep-seated fear of not belonging. She knows she’s not well-liked, and she’s always lived up to her role as a bulldozer.As the walls of the Hampton House come alive with tales of yesteryears, Mandie, Alicia, and Suzie find themselves facing truths about their own lives. They learn that real strength lies in vulnerability, true friendship is forged in adversity, and the most enduring love stories are those that survive the test of time.

For anyone who ever dreamed of a new life in France - pack your bags for a life-changing summer trip full of family secrets, friendship, and more...When Daisy Lewis inherits a crumbling farmhouse in rural France from the father who never knew she existed, she expects nothing more than paperwork and problems. What she finds instead is an overgrown orchard, a village full of people who knew her father better than she did, and Patrick - an infuriatingly handsome neighbouring farmer, who definitely doesn’t speak English… until he does.Daisy’s life has been swallowed up with trying to keep her Yorkshire pub afloat. France was supposed to be a detour - one quick summer trip to sort out the details, sell up, and leave. But life has a way of happening when you’re busy making other plans…A heartwarming, sun-filled later in life escape - full of romance, second chances and a setting you'll fall in love with!First in a brand new series set in the heart of France, by the internationally bestselling author of the much-loved Applemore series.Perfect for fans of Jennifer Bohnet, Veronica Henry, and Jo Thomas!PRAISE FOR RACHAEL LUCAS:"Absolutely delightful" - MARIAN KEYES"Wonderful escapism" - KATIE FFORDE"Irresistible" - LOUISE O'NEILL"Gorgeous" - KIRSTY GREENWOOD

“It is hard to imagine a better novel for a book club discussion...A thoughtful and gripping family tale that will haunt readers long after finishing it.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED As a young mother with a toddler and a live-in boyfriend, Maggie Fisher’s job at a checkout counter in downtown Phoenix doesn’t afford her much financial flexibility. She dreams of going to college and becoming a teacher, options she squandered when she fled her family home as a teenager. When Maggie stumbles onto an ad offering thousands of dollars to women who are willing to gestate other people’s babies, she at first finds the concept laughable. Before long, however, she’s been seduced by all the ways the extra money could improve her life. Once she decides to go for it, it’s only a matter of months before she’s chosen as a gestational carrier by Chip and Donovan Rigsdale, a married couple from New York. After delivering twin babies and proudly handing them off to the Rigsdales, Maggie finally gets her life on a positive trajectory: she earns her degree, lands a great job, and builds a family of her own. She can’t fathom why, ten years after the fact, the fertility clinic is calling to ask for a follow-up DNA test.High-energy and immensely readable, He Gets That from Me explores what it really means to be part of a family.

They say the right road will always lead you home. But how will she know which path to choose?September arrives with crisp mornings and stunning sunsets, and a realization Melinda never expected: she’s fallen in love with a farm. Her months of hard work are finally bearing fruit, as she’s learned to preserve produce, outsmart stubborn chickens and wrangle a flock of spoiled sheep.But the simple life turns complicated as the green fields surrounding her rented farmhouse fade to gold. Her elderly landlord is determined to come home from the care facility, which means Melinda would have to move on. And a whirlwind girls’ weekend in the city only serves to remind her how deep her roots now run in the country.When autumn’s changing winds bring fresh opportunities, will she seek the security of her old life or find the courage to take a chance on an uncertain future?The “Growing Season” series is your next cozy, heartwarming escape if you love:Inspiring reinventions and feel-good fresh startsHoliday celebrations and seasonal joysFriends of all ages who feel like familyUplifting moments and small-town charmQuirky old houses and adorable animals

A totally gripping, heartbreaking and suspenseful read, that readers of Jodi Picoult, Jojo Moyes, and Emma Robinson will love. She’s the child you love… but someone believes she shouldn’t be yoursKatie loves her 6-year-old stepdaughter Maisie with all her heart. The time they spend together, the feel of the little girl’s hand in her own, means everything to her, especially after she discovers she and Maisie’s dad, Liam, can’t have children together.But since Maisie’s mum died, the little girl has mostly been living with her sister, Liam’s adult daughter, Olivia – and the two are inseparable. The problem is that Olivia hates her stepmother and refuses to accept her as part of their lives.Katie wants nothing more than to step up in Maisie’s life, even to formally adopt her, so they can become the proper family she’s always longed for. But Olivia can’t let that happen. Then she meets the man of her dreams, and she begins to wonder if, together, they can offer her sister the security she needs.But as the battle for Maisie’s forever home builds, tragedy strikes, putting Liam’s life in peril. Katie and Olivia need to work out what’s best for the girl they love more than life itself, but – can they keep Maisie safe when their own lives may also be in danger?Readers love Lisa Timoney:‘This is an absolutely heartbreaking, gripping tearjerker. Be warned, you'll need tissues. But I loved every minute!’ Amanda Prowse‘This is such a beautiful novel that for me had echoes of Jodi Picoult. My heart broke for everyone in the story, even as I couldn't stop turning the pages. Lisa Timoney is a voice to watch out for.’ Jo Bartlett, author‘An incredibly emotional and beautifully written story of loss and rediscovered love. I loved it!’ Sheila Riley, author‘Perfectly phrased and full of compassion and the novel takes the reader on an emotional exploration of motherhood, making you question what you might have done in their place.’ Emma Robinson, author‘Wow what a book! I couldn’t put it down. I finished it before work this morning and my eyes are still red raw from crying so hard. It had me on an emotional rollercoaster and I felt all the emotions. What a beautiful book!’ ????? Reader Review‘Phew! That was an emotional rollercoaster and then some! As I mop up my tears, I’m also smiling at the wonder of a mother’s love… Incredible… Pushed every emotional button I have.’ ????? Reader Review‘I’m writing this review with tears streaming down my face. This book captivated me from beginning to end… If you’re looking for a book that will grip your heart, stir your emotions, make you cry, and even bring a smile to your face – this is the one.’ ????? Reader Review‘WOW!!… An emotional rollercoaster of regret, self preservation and second chances which will stay with me for a long time to come.’ ????? Reader Review‘Have your tissues ready, this is a real heartbreaker!… I didn’t want this to end, even though I sobbed through a lot of it!’ ???? Reader Review‘Let me just start out by saying this book was gut wrenching. Right from the start we are stabbed in the heart and filled with emotion and it never lets up… A very emotional family drama novel that I believe will touch every type of reader… I do suggest having a box of tissues nearby.’ ???? Reader Review