‘I was captivated instantly… Sucked me in from the start… I finished it in less than 24 hours… A knockout read… My heart was pounding.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘Every story needs a happy ending. And you can’t have yours until you find the bookstore.’1692. On the outskirts of Salem, a bookstore stands covered in overgrown vines. Inside, a young woman hides a linen-wrapped journal under a loose floorboard and runs away, panicked by the sound of hounds barking in the distance. The bookstore vanishes into thin air…Present day. Stepping inside a pale-pink house on one of the oldest streets in Salem, Dora can’t believe she’s about to finally meet the mother she thought died tragically when she was just a child. But the excitement is short-lived. Dora’s mother has fear in her eyes, and with a trembling voice she whispers: ‘my life is in danger, and now so is yours…’Desperate not to lose her mother all over again, Dora digs into her family’s mysterious past, and stumbles upon a seemingly impossible secret: the key to their survival is hidden in a bookstore that no one has seen for generations. Losing herself amongst thorny brackens and twisted ferns, Dora eventually finds the path that leads to the bookstore. But someone is watching her. They’ve been waiting for her.As she pushes open the beautiful blue door hidden amongst the sharp brambles, and stands in front of rows of crumbling leatherbound books with faded pages, she has no idea of the secrets she is about to uncover. Or that her life is in more danger than ever before…Readers will lose themselves in the mesmerising magic of this absorbing and utterly unputdownable page-turner. Perfect for fans of Weyward, The Lost Apothecary and Practical Magic.What readers are saying about The Vanishing Bookstore:‘Spellbinding, heart-stopping... Unputdownable… Oh my I loved reading [it]… I just loved this book, it has everything… Enchanting… Just too good to ever put down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Absolutely wonderful… I read [it] in two days… I couldn’t put it down… I was desperate to know how it was all going to end!… It had everything… a brilliant 5 star read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Oh my, what an enchanting read… Captivating.’ The Chic Bookish Girl, ?????‘Wow. This book. Just wow… An amazing read… Magical. It took me on a journey, and I never wanted it to end. I definitely gave this book ??????????.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I absolutely loved this book!!!... Had everything… One of my new favourites.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Breathtaking… Gives all the feels, is literally unputdownable. A cover to cover, in one sitting read… Had me in suspense from start till the very last page. A fantastic 5 stars read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Oh wow… Fantastic… I just couldn’t put it down.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I absolutely adored this book!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Wow wow wow… Amazing.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I loved everything about this book and I didn’t want it to end.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I didn’t want this story to end, I wanted to stay inside this world for as long as I could!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I was well and truly hooked… Has it all… Intriguing, magical and mysterious all rolled into one… There is absolutely nothing I didn’t love about this story… what an absolutely banging read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I finished this a week ago but am still thinking about just how much it took hold of me.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????

Sometimes the only way forward is to go back home… Jessica Steele just received the worst early birthday present ever—her husband of almost thirty years has left her without a word. Now adrift and running out of options, Jess takes her teenage daughter, Glory, back to the Florida Keys. Jess hopes that fixing up her uncle’s rambling beach house will be the fresh start they both need. But she doesn’t expect that her older daughters will join them—Liberty, the pediatric nurse with the seemingly perfect marriage, Anthem, the lighthearted musician who seems to be holding a surprising secret, and even one of Jess’s nieces, who is looking for help only Jess can provide. One by one, they arrive at her door, filling the old beach house with mysteries, laughter and tears, and standing behind Jess as she moves forward in her new life. The Steele women are so much stronger together, but under the crystal waters lie secrets about why Jess’s husband left her, as well as the truth about her own past. And if Jess and her family can’t face them, everything she’s built might vanish with the tide… The Driftwood Key Beach Reads series is a family saga featuring determined women finding happiness in the pale sands and crystal blue surf of the Florida Keys. Read them all in order: Secrets in the Surf, Memories in Sea Glass, and Promises in the Sand

A lost love. A buried secret. And a Greek summer that could change everything . . .Two years after her husband's death, bookseller Helen is finally beginning to breathe again. She has her sixteen-year-old daughter Chloe, her quiet life in Leicester, and the slow, careful work of healing from a marriage that was harder than anyone knew.But there is one memory she has never been able to bury. Two summers ago, in the sun-soaked Greek island of Zakynthos, Helen lost her heart to Nikos — the handsome hotelier whose bright blue eyes and quiet kindness changed her life forever. Their love was passionate, secret, and impossible. And it ended in a way that has haunted her ever since.When Chloe asks to return to Zakynthos as her reward for finishing her exams, Helen knows it’s time to face the past. The moment she walks back through the bougainvillea-draped archway of the Filoxenia hotel, the memories come flooding back — the cicadas in the olive grove, the long blue afternoons, the taste of cold wine at sunset . . . and Nikos, waiting.But Chloe is not the daughter she used to be. Since Philip's death, something has shifted in her — a watchfulness, a sadness that doesn't behave like grief. And as the Greek summer unfolds and old feelings stir back into life, Helen begins to realise that her daughter is carrying a secret of her own. A secret that could change everything they thought they knew about each other.Will this Greek summer give Helen the freedom to love again? And can a mother and daughter, both broken in their different ways, finally find their way back to each other beneath the endless Mediterranean sky?Fans of Emma Cowell, Victoria Hislop and Karen Swan will adore this unforgettable story of family, second chances, and the summer that changes everything.READERS LOVE A GREEK SUMMER SECRET:????? ‘I could feel the sun on my back and the sand between my toes!’ Anne B.????? ‘This story flowed like Greek honey and I couldn't wait to get home after work and read on.’ S. R.????? ‘A wonderful drama . . . passion, family secrets and divided loyalties all handled beautifully.’ Liz R.????? ‘A great holiday read.’ Julie W.Please note this was previously published as Echoes in the Sand.

The BRAND NEW atmospheric page-turner from MILLION COPY #1 BESTSELLER Louise Douglas ? Must-read for fans of Lucinda Riley, Eve Chase and Evie Woods ‘Louise Douglas’ writing envelops you in swirling mist and unseen menace.’ Victoria Scott ??????????Twenty-five years ago, two-year-old Evie Albert disappeared without a trace from the Brittany seaside town of Morranez.So, when a stranger called Nicole Stevenson walks into the offices of Touissants Detective Agency declaring herself the missing girl, Mila Shepherd and her colleague Carter Jackson are suspicious. They are inclined to agree with Nicole’s sisters Imogen and Charlotte, that for whatever reason, Nicole is a fantasist looking for attention.But as Mila and Carter reopen the case of the missing toddler, a twisting tale of misdirection, a secret society and a forgotten mother slowly unfolds. Is it possible that Nicole really is Evie and how does the case link with the mysterious death of Mila’s sister Sophie and her husband Charlie?Someone is desperate to protect the truth and as Nicole’s health falters and leads vanish into thin air, Mila faces a dilemma – risk everything or walk away from the case before it’s too late.Louise Douglas is back in the Breton town of Morranez with a masterclass in page-turning plotting and unforgettable characters.A MILLION READERS LOVE LOUISE DOUGLAS!????? ‘A beautifully crafted and compelling mystery, I was completely hooked. Definitely a five star read!' Clare Marchant????? ‘I absolutely loved this book. The characters draw you in and the plot is so clever, you won't be able to put it down. Louise Douglas is such a talented writer, I can't wait for her next book.’????? ‘A brilliant combination of mystery, psychology, and family drama and you can't help but be invested in the characters. Can't recommend enough.’????? ‘A must-read!! Some of my all-time favourite books have been these. The perfect form of escapism!’????? ‘Is anything as it seems. You can feel the fear pulsating throughout the novel. Great characters, great plot. Skilfully written it leaves the reader wanting more. Recommended.’????? ‘This is the first mystery that I have read that really kept me guessing. Usually, I get some idea of how the story is going to pan out or who is the villain but not here, great writing.’Praise for Louise Douglas:‘This atmospheric Victorian mystery pulls you in from the first page right through until the cracking conclusion. A brilliant read!’ Rachel Burton on The Emerald Shawl'I loved The Lost Notebook so much! From the opening lines, I was drawn in to a gripping story, beautifully written and so cleverly orchestrated…I held my breath at the denouement and as for the climax of the book - just wow. Highly recommended.' Judy Leigh'Louise Douglas achieves the impossible and gets better with every book.' Milly Johnson'A brilliantly written, gripping, clever, compelling story, that I struggled to put down… a highly enjoyable, absolute treasure of a read.' Kim Nash on The Scarlet Dress'Another stunning read from the exceptionally talented Louise Douglas! I love the way in which Louise creates such an atmospheric mystery, building the intrigue and suspense brick by brick… unputdownable.’ Nicola Cornick on The Scarlet Dress

Some people have all the luck, but so far, Seren’s has all been bad. Seren Colburn's had nothing but bad luck her entire life, so she's not surprised when Dave, a possible buyer for her family mansion, mistakes her for a vagrant squatting in the unfurnished home. If she wasn't about to lose her movie-star grandmother’s house to the bank, she wouldn't even be selling it.But after he realizes Seren’s the owner, Dave has an idea.He suggests they work together to turn the mansion into an inn, capitalizing on her grandmother's graceful and timeless image. Seren really doesn’t want to, but she's out of options. Dave quickly realizes he wants her as more than just a business partner, but can he convince Seren that her luck’s about to change. . .if only she'll take a chance on him?Publisher's Weekly said that When One Door Closes' plot is, "heartwarming and humorous, though protagonist Seren's personal life is filled with tragedy." They also said that, "the prose is engaging and easy to read. [When One Door Closes] is [a] familiar, charming, and comfortable read."***THIS BOOK WAS PREVIOUSLY TITLED SEED MONEY. Do not buy it inadvertently thinking it's a new story!! Only the covers and title have changed to more accurately represent the story inside.

Beatrice Sawyer is flickering out, for what might be the last time.After being laid off yet again, Beatrice returns with her family to her childhood summer home to unwind. And maybe figure out how to move out of her parents’ basement. The town is hosting their inaugural Smallmouth Bass Festival as a last-wick effort to attract tourists, and Beatrice hopes volunteering might shed some light on her future. At first, things seem to be brightening. Beatrice rediscovers the candle shop her grandmother once owned, and a new dream sparks to life.Until she stumbles upon her estranged aunt dragging away the marina owner’s body.When her grandfather insists on his daughter’s innocence, Beatrice must shelve her newfound dream and team up with her brother and childhood best friend to clear her aunt’s name. But as they dig deeper, Beatrice wonders whether their efforts will mend their family ties—or if she’ll fail to save her aunt and have to watch her family go up in smoke.A coming-into-adulting Gen Z cozy mystery for fans of the unhinged humor in Finlay Donovan but with a new adult, firecracker amateur sleuth like Vivien Chien's Noodle Shop Mysteries.