A poignant story of courage and compassion in eighteenth-century Penzance.Jessica Trenchard is a spirited and wayward daughter - to the point that her father Clem is considering remarrying, to provide her with a suitable role model. Until, that is, her tender care of a speechless girl found abandoned in a field touches the heart of Kane Pengarron, the landlord's eldest son. But when Jessica's attempts to unearth her new friend's true identity threaten her safety, she realises that nothing is quite as it seems. For a murderous rogue who has been terrorising Mount's Bay for years has every reason to hate the Pengarrons... This thrilling saga is perfect for fans of Nicola Pryce and Poldark.
A rogue officer turns privateer in this thrilling historical adventure.1783: Officer Alan Lewrie becomes His Majesty's secret agent. Fresh from war in the Americas, Lewrie finds London a pure pleasure. Then, at Plymouth, he boards the trading ship Telesto to find out why merchantmen are disappearing in the East Indies. Between the pungent shores of Calcutta and teaming Canton, Lewrie discovers a young French captain, backed by an armada of pirates, on a plundering rampage. While treaties tie the navy's hands, a King's privateer is free to plunge into the fire and blood of a dirty war in the South China Sea. The King's Privateer is perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Patrick O'Brian.
An epic adventure full of peril on the high seas.1782: Fresh from passing his Lieutenancy examination, Alan Lewrie is promoted to first officer aboard brig oâ¿war Shrike. He is sent to the Caribbean, where the Royal Navy battles the French and Spanish. Despite his assignment, Lieutenant Lewrie just canâ¿t help himself, chasing the attentions of the young Lucy Beaumont. But when ordered to carry diplomats to Floridaâ¿s Gulf Coast and form an alliance with the Creeks and Seminoles to resist the spread of a fledgeling US, Lewrie might just get into even more troubleâ¿The Kingâ¿s Commission is a rip-roaring tale perfect for fans of C.S. Forester and Julian Stockwin.
A touching story of Welsh village life.Cockney born Nelly Luke is an essential part of the community. Yet not even Nelly, with her shrewd eye, can predict the surprises in store for her family and friends.A new year brings new faces: Maurice Davies is back from the army, and Sheila Powell, a shop-girl, is eager to help him make up for lost time. But for some there's no escaping the past, and widow Prue Beynon finds herself confronted by a legacy she'd rather forget...Through the seasons, Nelly watches over the valley with a wry chuckle and an ever-helping hand.Valley Affairs is a warm-hearted novel packed with nostalgia and glorious period detail.
An enthralling saga set in London's East End at the height of the 1930s...Cissie Flowers has had her fair share of hardships but she's always found a way to smooth over her worries and crack on with raising her two young children. Until, that is, her husband Davy is killed in a suspicious accident.Suddenly gangster Big Bill Turner takes an interest in her affairs. When Cissie takes over Davy's old flower stall outside Aldgate station to tackle her financial troubles, she soon discovers that the most beautiful facade can hide the ugliest secrets.For some people who will stop at nothing to dispense with anything - or anyone - that gets in their way...This is a gritty East End drama, perfect for fans of Rosie Goodwin and Nadine Dorries.
Life can change in a single moment...Living under the watchful eye of her controlling and abusive father, Hannah Dawson's hopes for freedom and happiness seem a distant dream. Her mother, passive and ashamed of her self-preservation, refuses to challenge her husband. It is the mysterious circumstances of her long-lost Aunt Lizzie's disappearance in the 1920s that inspires Hannah to seek a better life. Since escaping his family's notoriety in Australia Will Kidd has spent a decade sailing the seas, never looking back. Content to live the life of a wanderer, everything changes in a single moment when he comes face to face with a ghost from his past on a cloudy beach in Liverpool.Hannah and Will are thrown together by fate and bonded by secrets from long ago. Now, they discover a love like no other. But with Hannah's father determined to see her wed to a man of his choosing they must fight against a tyrant who has ruined many lives. Even if they succeed, can they escape the chains of their histories? And will their plans for a future be possible when the whole world is changing forever...? A compelling tale of family secrets and undeniable love against the odds, perfect for fans of Susanne Goldring and Fiona Valpy.Praise for Storms Gather Between Us 'Another great book by Clare Flynn' Reader Review'A really gripping and moving pre WWII story' Reader Review'I would recommend this book without hesitation' Reader Review'Very descriptive, immersive and well written. This book is guaranteed to make you turn each and every page.' Reader Review'I was totally gripped from the first page' Reader Review'Although this novel follows Flynn's A Greater World, it can stand alone, since the characters' backstories are introduced non-intrusively. Will's exploits on the seas and in coastal regions, notably Zanzibar and Naples, and Hannah's confined life and mannerisms in pre-WWII Liverpool are presented vividly, displaying the author's talent and extensive research. The descriptions of the sea voyages and locales are undoubtedly based on Flynn's travels. The novel's skillful plot elucidates the harsh treatment of some women during the period. Readers will look forward to the sequel. Recommended.' Historical Novel Society
The journey is just the beginning...Elizabeth Morton, born into a prosperous family, and Michael Winterbourne, a miner, come from different worlds but when they each suffer unspeakable and life-changing tragedy they're set on a path that intertwines on the deck of the SS Historic, bound for Sydney, Australia. Falling in love should have been the end to all their troubles. But fate and the mysterious Jack Kidd make sure it's only the beginning. A sweeping tale of romance and new starts, perfect for fans of Gill Paul and Fiona Valpy. Praise for A Greater World 'A truly inspirational book of how two people from different backgrounds meet and share a joy together can they find what there really looking for a very gripping story that kept me totally captivated from beginning to end' 5* Reader review'A great read which from the very first page has you enthralled. A real page turner' 5* Reader review'A fabulous read that will keep you captivated' 5* Reader review
A gripping saga of love and loss on the eve of the Great War.The annual migration from London to the hop fields of Kent is normally a longed-for escape from the dust and grime of the East End. But this year Rose Fairleigh worries their departure will interrupt the slow-blossoming romance between her daughter Jess and postman Jack Barnes.Jack promises to visit and assures Rose he will keep an eye on her three sons, who are staying behind. Before he knows it, though, one of the boys is in trouble and it's up to Jack to bring him home.Meanwhile in Kent, Jess' life grows increasingly confusing as, full of promises and charm, the son of suffragette Lady Worlington turns his attentions to her...A heartwrenching East End family drama, perfect for fans of Sheila Newberry and Downton Abbey.
All roads lead home...When Holly Dryden fled Penhallow Sands nearly a year ago she was determined to put the past - and Rich Turner - behind her. But now an unexpected loss and financial trouble has led her back to the family vineyard and it's time to tell Rich the truth - he's a father.Surrounded by the memories of what they once shared Holly's anger fades in the glow of Rich's undeniable love for their son and the way he selflessly steps in to help the vineyard out of trouble. As Holly watches Rich flourish in his new role as father to baby Luke, she realises that though they can't change the past, the future is still theirs to write...An uplifting, emotional Cornwall-set romance perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Phillipa Ashley.Praise for The House at Greenacres'A really lovely book. Darcie has a magical way of writing that instantly makes you smile and feeling good' 5* Reader review'Perfect summer read. A beautiful written light-hearted romance. My first by this author. Will be looking out for more' 5* Reader review'Good summer read for anyone who likes Phillipa Ashley or Cathy Bramley!' 4* Reader review'Areally lovely book and Holly is someone you just want to give a big hug too. A good feel good read' 5* Reader review'Brilliant plot, excellent main characters that you invest in' 5* Reader review
A family wedding. A fake boyfriend. A recipe for disaster! A funny, feel-good romantic comedy from bestseller Jo PlattSingleton Dot Riley's grandmother, Nanny Flo, is on her deathbed, surrounded by family and distraught at the thought of Dot being all alone in the world. Desperate to make Flo's final moments happy ones, Dot invents a boyfriend - plumping in panic for her childhood friend, Felix, a firm favourite of Flo, but whom Dot hasn't actually seen for 15 years. But when Flo makes an unexpected recovery a few weeks before a family wedding, Dot is faced with a dilemma. Should she tell her frail grandmother that she lied and risk causing heartache and a relapse? Or should she find Felix and take him to the wedding?Dot opts for finding Felix. But it's not long before she discovers that finding him is the easy bit: liking him is the real challenge. An uplifting romantic comedy about finding something you didn't even know you were looking for. Finding Felix is perfect for fans of Anna Bell, Tracy Bloom and Debbie Viggiano. Praise for Jo Platt'This book is fantastic. I read it in less than a day, I couldn't put it down. I would absolutely recommend this book to others, and I look forward to reading more by Jo Platt' 5 star rating - NetGalley Reviewer - Adrienne Worrall'So easy to fall in love with... guaranteed to make you smile even when just thinking about the book. You can't go wrong with one of Jo Platt's stories. Wonderful, joyous and hilarious.'5 star rating - NetGalley Reviewer - Sarah N'The top of my favourite authors list, her characters are completely believable, and people you actually want to befriend, and she is extremely funny!' 5 star rating - NetGalley Reviewer - Sara Clifford-Gray'I'm always in awe of authors who can put words down on paper which make the reader giggle with the mental image it conjures up, and Jo Platt has it nailed! I adored this one from start to finish. This is the kind of book which leaves you grinning like an idiot when you recall the hilarious moments - and there are many. If you enjoy a good, funny read with an entertaining story line and easy, polished writing then I would most definitely recommend this one to you.' 5 star rating - Blogger - Good and Read-y'I absolutely love jo Platt's books. They are a very relaxing easy read that you won't want to put down' 5 star rating - Amazon Review - Nic
Sophie Marchant needs a lucky break. First her boyfriend announces that, far from wanting to get engaged, he's off to Dubai for work. Then, in Paris, her mother goes missing. Feeling totally lost and with nothing to lose, Sophie travels back to her childhood home for the first time in five years to help find her mother and look after the family macaron shop in Paris. It should be a dream gig, but when it comes to family - and love - nothing is ever that simple, especially when there's a sexy, complicated ex involved... Can Sophie find her mother? Can she find herself again? Who is she truly in love with? Maybe Paris, the gorgeous city of romance can help her figure all of this out... Lost and Found in Paris is a triumph, a brilliant and moving tale of love, family and heartbreak, perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Jenny Oliver and Tilly Tennant
Pippa Parkin thinks she has it all under control.For teaching assistant Pippa, life in her home town of Penmenna is reassuringly predictable. Between managing the Easter Egg Hunt and dealing with her annoying but well-meaning family, Pippa thinks she has everything sorted. That is until gorgeous new substitute teacher Kam Choudhury arrives at Penmenna School and turns everything upside down. Pippa and Kam are instantly drawn to each other, but their priorities and their working relationship make it very hard to be together. Can they find a way to reconcile their differences and find their Happily-Ever-After?This spellbinding romance is perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin. Praise for The Cornish Village School - Summer Love 'A very charming story' Reader Review'A lovely "will they, won't they" story about two characters coming from different backgrounds and thrown together in a working environment' Reader Review'Fabulous feel good, magical, mystical, joyous, amazing, fabulous book' Reader Review'All in all I loved it all and I cannot wait to get more from this series and the amazing characters' Reader Review'What a wonderful novel' Reader Review'A perfect read simply brilliant and worth far more than five stars highly recommend it to anyone' Reader Review'Fantastic read........ read this book in one sitting' Reader Review'I absolutely adored this book!' Reader Review'I have been eagerly waiting for this book all year!!' Reader Review'Heartwarming, adorable, cute, lovely, so sweet. Can you tell I adored this book! Reader Review
Play with fire, and you're going to get burned. The unputdownable new Ridpath crime thrillerIn Manchester, a block of flats is burning. The only victim is a middle-aged man, sat watching TV. Are the fire and the man's death an accident or is something more frightening at work?Meanwhile, DI Ridpath is back with his wife and enjoying work at the Coroner's Office, his myeloma still in remission. But the quiet life is soon shattered by a new threat. More corpses start appearing; charred, burnt, silent bodies, strewn in the streets and lodged in buildings. Next to each one is a chilling message sprayed in orange ink. Fighting on all fronts, Ridpath will be drawn into the dark past of his city and the youth football clubs of the 1990s. He must find the link before any more people die. Before the flames come close to home... An absolutely gripping, nerve-shredding crime thriller from master storyteller M J Lee, perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, Robert Bryndza and Patricia Gibney.
The epic novel of Roman adventure.Correus and Flavius, half brothers and rivals, have found the life of a Centurion to be dangerous. After imprisonment and torture, Flavius found his strength and proved his mettle. Correus, son of a slave, found glory on the battlefield.But now the brothers have been stationed to Wales, a land of barbarians, mud and freezing rain. Here they must face the shame of lost battle and the thrill of a new era for their beloved Rome.And in Wales awaits a prize that could change one of their lives forever...Barbarian Princess is perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow and Conn Iggulden.
'A distinctive and gripping thriller that rushes towards a truly unpredictable finale' The SunAlex South is a high-functioning alcoholic who is teetering on the brink of oblivion, her career as a television journalist hanging by a thread following a drunken on-air rant. When a series of murders occur within a couple of miles of her East London home she is given another chance to prove her skill and report the unfolding events. She thinks she can control the drinking, but soon she finds gaping holes in her memory, and wakes to find she's done things she can't recall. As the story she's covering starts to creep into her own life, is Alex a danger only to herself - or to others?This gripping psychological thriller is perfect for fans of Fiona Barton, BA Paris and Clare Mackintosh.Praise for I Never Lie:'Like Girl on a Train but better' Reader review'This book was amazing! I really struggled to put it down for long enough to breathe' 5* Reader review'This book was a great read. I loved the layout of the plot and the way the story unravelled itself. The characters were very relatable.' Elisabeth Carpenter, author of 11 Missed Calls'A psychological thriller bursting with local colour and fizz' Hackney Citizen'A real page-turner with a flawed modern woman at the heart of it. Jody Sabral knows the business of news gathering and of constructing a great crime novel.' P.D. Viner, author of The Last Winter of Dani Lancing'Suspenseful and chilling, it really grabbed me from the first page!' Lisa Hall, author of Tell Me No Lies'A compulsive, easy read that I sped through' Christina McDonald, author of The Night Olivia Fell'Really enjoyed reading this. I could sense the frustration of the narrator as she battled with the lure of alcohol and I found the way in which this thwarted her abilities not only to do her job, but to make sense of events, very effective... A great read and I look forward to reading more by Jody Sabral' Karen Hamilton, author of The Perfect Girlfriend'This is one of the most original plots I have ever read...Jody Sabral and Canelo have a best seller on their hands'Nigel Adams Bookworm'This book is something else... pure genius' 5* Nicki's Life of Crime'A twisted tale of addiction and denial. Easy to read, fast paced and as addictive as it's content.' Reader review'This is my first book by Jody Sabral, but it definitely won't be my last' 4* Reader reviews
An ancient medallion threatens to shake the foundations of history... and puts Finn Ryan in mortal danger.In the desert of North Africa young archaeologist Finn Ryan stumbles upon a seventy-year-old plane wreck â¿ and a shocking revelation that threatens to unravel an entire faithâ¿Finn and charismatic photographer Virgil Hilts are scoring the Sahara for the long-lost tomb of an apostle. But they find something they arenâ¿t looking for: signs of a decades old murder, along with an ancient Roman medallion bearing the infamous name of a fallen archangel. It doesnâ¿t take long for them to realize that theyâ¿ve found a piece of a much bigger puzzle â¿ and a trail of clues that could get them killedâ¿From a mysterious monastery to a sunken ship in the Caribbean, the second instalment of the Finn Ryan Conspiracy Thrillers The Lucifer Gospel is perfect for fans of A.G. Riddle, Mark Greaney and Michael Byrne.
The greatest battle needs the greatest of warriorsThe siege of Troy is in its ninth year. But Troy still stands.When Agamemnon is threatened with mutiny by disillusioned troops, he changes tactics. Ordering attacks on Troy's allies, he deprives the city of reinforcements, trade and supplies. Yet even this does not draw the Trojans out from behind their walls.Meanwhile Odysseus, Eperitus and their men have become hardened soldiers. Odysseus just wants to return home to his island Kingdom of Ithaca. But while Agamemnon is still determined to revenge himself upon Troy for the theft of Helen by Paris, Odysseus is held by the oath that he himself created.Eperitus too is tormented: sworn to protect the very man who murdered his daughter. As the war continues, Odysseus realises that sheer numbers will never overwhelm Tory. If he is ever to return home, then he must use cunning and guile to bring about its downfall…
War is coming - and nothing can stop it…Settled in his small island kingdom, Odysseus wants nothing more than to rule Ithaca in peace. Meanwhile his warrior friend Eperitus, frustrated at his quiet life, dreams of glory in battle.But when Agamemnon's fleet appears on the horizon, Odysseus knows that war is upon him. Helen of Sparta has been abducted by a Trojan prince and the armies of Greece are gathering.As the greatest heroes flock to the crusade, only one is missing. Odysseus knows that without Achilles, the gates of Troy will never fall. He must use all his cunning to hunt him down and persuade him to join their cause…From the Greek islands to the fearsome walls of Troy, this is a novel of pulse-racing battle and intrigue, perfect for readers of Tad Williams, Ben Kane and Conn Iggulden.
The first in the epic series of war and legendsGreece is in turmoil, divided by feuding kingdoms desiring wealth, power… and revenge.When Eperitus, a young exiled soldier, comes to the aid of a group of warriors in battle, little does he know what's in store. He is about to join the charismatic Odysseus, Prince of Ithaca, on a vital quest to save his homeland.Odysseus travels to Sparta to join the most famous heroes in paying suit to the sensuous Helen. Armed with nothing but his wits, he enters a treacherous world of warfare and politics to compete for the greatest prize in Greece.But few care for the problems of an impoverished prince when war with Troy beckons…An unmissable and ferociously exciting adventure for readers of David Gemmell, Christian Cameron and Simon Scarrow.
Only the determination of one man can bring victoryThe Trojan War has been raging for ten years. Greece's greatest warriors have fallen. But then a series of oracles appear with utterances from the gods, commands that must be fulfilled if Troy is to be defeated.Agamemnon, leader of the Greeks, knows that only one man has the courage and intelligence to complete the tasks set by the Olympians: Odysseus, King of Ithaca.From an island haunted by a vengeful madman to a forsaken tomb and its deadly guardian, from the palace of a hostile king to the sacred heart of Troy itself, Odysseus and his friend Eperitus must follow the trail toward the greatest deception of all time…
The thrilling final instalment of the epic and bestselling Adventures of OdysseusOdysseus has been to Hell and back. Deserted by the Gods, and now in bitter conflict with his friend Eperitus, times look bleak. He dreams of returning to his home; to Ithaca.But back on Ithaca things look little better. His son Telemachus and wife Penelope are besieged by a gang of suitors, believing Odysseus to be dead and looking for her hand in marriage.Odysseus and Eperitus have survived everything. But now they face a last test, perhaps the most difficult of all… Can they reclaim what has been lost?For readers of David Gemmell, Christian Cameron and Simon Scarrow, Return to Ithaca is the stunning conclusion to the Adventures of Odysseus series.
Odysseus's greatest challenge is only just beginningThe armies of Troy have been defeated and the city lies in ruins. His oath fulfilled, Odysseus can at last sail for Ithaca and the long-awaited reunion with his family. But the gods, who were once his allies, have turned against him.Exiled with the warrior Eperitus, he is thrust into a world of seductive demi-gods and man-eating monsters. As they struggle from one supernatural encounter to another, never knowing what the next landfall will bring, their chances of ever returning home grow fainter.Tensions reach breaking point between Odysseus and his crew. Even the faithful Eperitus's loyalties are divided. Eventually only one hope remains. For Odysseus to see his wife and son again, he must tread the paths of the dead and descend into the pits of Hell itself…
A forbidden love torn between 1950s Britain and GreeceCathy Kotsikas is as unsettled as anyone in postwar Britain. A hasty marriage has become an exhausting clash of personalities. Leon, her Greek husband, as charming as he is ruthless and self-centred, understands neither her mildly eccentric character nor her need for freedom.Cathy's sanctuary is Sandlings, a remote cottage on the barren Suffolk coast left to her by her grandfather. For Leon, however, his business in London and the restoration of his family home in Greece are of paramount importance.When Nikos, Leon's son, arrives from New York, he is drawn to Cathy from the first, and she to him. Neither sees the danger of the attraction until it is too late. Their chemistry becomes a spiral of passion and betrayal culminating in the wild sunlit beauty of the Greek countryside. But how will it end…?From Teresa Crane, comes this searing and romantic story for readers of Dinah Jefferies, Santa Montefiore or Victoria Hislop.
'My name is Ryan Drake and this is just the beginning.'Ryan Drake and his team are in hiding, having become sworn enemies of states and agencies around the world. But when a CIA operative and former adversary is killed in a car bomb attack, Drake is shocked to hear someone claiming responsibility using his name.Forced out of hiding by this mysterious new threat, Drake embarks alone on a dangerous and deadly search for answers; a journey that will take him from the slums of Rio to the deserts of Tunisia and the mountains of Afghanistan. But as the stranger's insidious influence grows stronger, he begins to realise the key to unravelling the present lies in his own shadowy past.Following his trail of destruction, the team must fight to save Drake not only from a list of ruthless enemies, but even more urgently, from himself.An edge-of-your-seat action thriller from bestselling author Will Jordan, perfect for fans of James Phelan and Vince Flynn
Rogue agent Ryan Drake faces deep regrets and only the slimmest shot at redemption...Ryan Drake is incarcerated at a Black Site in an unknown location. Bruised, naked and freezing on the floor, he has nothing left. His plot to assassinate the treacherous Marcus Cain - the Deputy Director of the CIA - failed, and now Drake must face the consequences.But Cain needs information even more than he wants to take Drake's life. The whereabouts of the mysterious Anya are unknown, and so she remains a threat, both to herself, and to Cain's ruthless ambitions at Langley and beyond. He knows she'll give everything to get Drake free, but can he know what - or rather who - she's ready to take?Taking in Paris, Poland, Pakistan and Prague, Shadow Conflict is perfect for fans of Robert Ludlum, Mark Greaney or Vince Flynn
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