Ellen's bookshelf: all en-US Thu, 01 May 2025 05:22:39 -0700 60 Ellen's bookshelf: all 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg <![CDATA[A Heart Full of Headstones (Inspector Rebus, #24)]]> 60382750 The brand-new John Rebus thriller from the #1 international bestseller Ian Rankin.

John Rebus stands accused: on trial for a crime that could put him behind bars for the rest of his life. It’s not the first time the legendary detective has taken the law into his own hands, though it might be the last.

But what drove a good man to cross the line?

Detective Inspector Siobhan Clarke may well find out. Clarke is tasked with the city’s most explosive case in years, an infamous cop, at the center of decades of misconduct, has gone missing. Finding him will expose not only her superiors, but her mentor John Rebus. And Rebus himself may not have her own interests at heart, as the repayment of a past debt places him in the crosshairs of both crime lords and his police brethren.

One way or another, a reckoning is coming � and John Rebus may be hearing the call for last orders…]]> 352 Ian Rankin 0316473634 Ellen 0 to-read 4.01 2022 A Heart Full of Headstones (Inspector Rebus, #24)
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]]> <![CDATA[Even Dogs in the Wild (Inspector Rebus, #20)]]> 25179757
Clarke's been investigating the death of a senior lawyer whose body was found along with a threatening note. On the other side of Edinburgh, Big Ger Cafferty - Rebus's long-time nemesis - has received an identical note and a bullet through his window.
Now it's up to Clarke and Rebus to connect the dots and stop a killer.

Even Dogs in the Wild brings back Ian Rankin's greatest characters in a story exploring the darkest corners of our instincts and desires.]]> 353 Ian Rankin Ellen 0 to-read 4.19 2015 Even Dogs in the Wild (Inspector Rebus, #20)
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]]> <![CDATA[Sunrise on the Reaping (The Hunger Games, #0.5)]]> 214331246 When you’ve been set up to lose everything you love, what is there left to fight for?

As the day dawns on the fiftieth annual Hunger Games, fear grips the districts of Panem. This year, in honor of the Quarter Quell, twice as many tributes will be taken from their homes.

Back in District 12, Haymitch Abernathy is trying not to think too hard about his chances. All he cares about is making it through the day and being with the girl he loves.

When Haymitch’s name is called, he can feel all his dreams break. He’s torn from his family and his love, shuttled to the Capitol with the three other District 12 tributes: a young friend who’s nearly a sister to him, a compulsive oddsmaker, and the most stuck-up girl in town. As the Games begin, Haymitch understands he’s been set up to fail. But there’s something in him that wants to fight . . . and have that fight reverberate far beyond the deadly arena.]]> 387 Suzanne Collins 1546171460 Ellen 0 to-read 4.62 2025 Sunrise on the Reaping (The Hunger Games, #0.5)
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]]> Chasing the Sun 56544095 From the Amazon charts bestselling author ofÌýFive French Hens and The Old Girls' NetworkÌýcomes a story of two sisters in their golden years embarking on the holiday of a lifetime, to find love, friendship and new adventures.

Molly’s seventieth birthday comes as a shock. The woman in the mirror looks every day of those seventy years, but inside Molly feels she still has so much more living left to do. Widowed and living alone with her cat, Molly fears she is slipping into a cliché of old age.

When Molly’s sister Nell appears on her doorstep, distraught that her husband of more than forty years, Phil, has left her for a younger lover, the women decide to seize the day. By the morning, flights are booked, bags are packed, and they're off to Spain.

The sun, the sea, the new friends and the freedom are just the tonic for broken hearts and flagging souls. But even Spain isn’t enough to revive Molly’s spirit so she decides to head off for a solo journey to continue to chase the sun and to chase happiness. Will she find what she’s looking for in a new country, or will she discover that true contentment can’t be found on a map? But it might just be found in a new flame...

Judy Leigh is back, with her trademark spirit of joie de vivre, fun, warmth and timeless lessons in how to live. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber and Robyn Carr.

Praise for Judy

‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting� Miranda Dickinson

'Lovely . . . a book that assures that life is far from over at seventy' Cathy Hopkins bestselling author of The Kicking the Bucket List

'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life� a wonderful escapade� Fiona Gibson, bestselling author of The Woman Who Upped and Left]]> 364 Judy Leigh 1838895833 Ellen 0 to-read 4.19 Chasing the Sun
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]]> <![CDATA[Wedding Days at Halesmere House (Love in the Lakes, #2)]]> 64676512
And when she bumps into Cal, her first love, she is forced to confront the past. Now a sought-after blacksmith, Cal has his own studio at Halesmere and the two must find a way to get along if this wedding isn't going to be a complete disaster.

It soon becomes apparent that their attraction hasn't waned, but can Lizzie put their shared past behind her and learn to trust the man who left her once before?]]> 274 Suzanne Snow 1800328753 Ellen 0 to-read 4.44 Wedding Days at Halesmere House (Love in the Lakes, #2)
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]]> How to Keep a Secret 36743941
Lauren has the perfect life...if she ignores the fact it's a fragile house of cards, and that her daughter Mack has just had a teenage personality transplant.

Jenna is desperate to start a family with her husband, but it's... Just. Not. Happening. Her heart is breaking, but she's determined to keep her trademark smile on her face.

Nancy knows she hasn't been the best mother, but how can she ever tell Lauren and Jenna the reason why?

Then life changes in an instant, and Lauren, Mack, Jenna and Nancy are thrown together for a summer on Martha's Vineyard. Somehow, these very different women must relearn how to be a family. And while unraveling their secrets might be their biggest challege, the rewards could be infinite...

Heartwarming and fresh, Sarah Morgan's brilliant new novel is a witty and deeply uplifting look at the power of a family of women.]]> 432 Sarah Morgan 1335613005 Ellen 0 to-read 3.98 2018 How to Keep a Secret
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]]> <![CDATA[Every Dark Corner (Romantic Suspense, #18; Cincinnati, #3)]]> 29069000 Every Dark Corner is the new thriller from Karen Rose, and Book 3 in the Cincinnati series, following on from Closer Than You Think and Alone in the Dark.

When FBI Special Agent Griffin "Decker" Davenport wakes from his coma, he is desperate to find the missing children he knows are in danger. At the end of his last investigation, when he thought it was all over and justice had been served, he discovered that not everyone had been rescued, but he was shot before he was able to tell anyone.

Special Agent Kate Coppola has recently moved to Cincinnati. She says she's chasing a promotion but she's actually running away from heartache. She's found the recordings from Decker's time undercover and has been at his side in the hospital while she tries to put together the pieces of the crime he was investigating—and what connection it has to his own mysterious past.

When someone tries to kill Decker in his hospital bed, he and Kate realise that the children are not the only ones whose lives are threatened, and that they must stop at nothing to hunt down the perpetrators. And danger is waiting in every dark corner.]]> 627 Karen Rose 0755390059 Ellen 0 to-read 4.25 2017 Every Dark Corner (Romantic Suspense, #18; Cincinnati, #3)
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]]> Under a Greek Moon 58317032
‘Loved it! It sizzles with secrets and passion. A real page turner!� Jo Thomas

‘Utterly engaging, deliciously escapist, with a heart as warm as its author's� Cathy Kelly, bestselling author of The Family Gift
She can escape Hollywood, but can she escape her past?

A-list actress Shauna Jackson has the perfect life. Fame, fortune, marriage. Or so it seems.
Running from a scandal, Shauna must return to the place that changed her life twenty years ago, the idyllic Greek island of Ithos.
Captivated once more by her island escape, bittersweet memories resurface of one summer, one unforgettable man, and a long-hidden secret.
Can Shauna take the chance to confront her past?

‘An absolute cracking read � it’s brilliant!� Steph McGovern presenter of Packed Lunch

‘Sun-soaked, glamorous escapism.â€� Cressida McLaughlinÌý

‘A sizzling summer read. I couldn’t put it down.� Alex Brown, bestselling author of The Secret of Orchard Cottage

‘An exquisite tale of love lost and found that’s full of intriguing characters and romantic locations. A Perfect summer read.� Judy Murray

Five Star reviews from NetGalley:

Excellent debut novel

You had me hooked from the very first page, right through to the very last word!Ìý I was riveted.Ìý I’m in awe.Ìý

100% recommend sitting and relaxing with your favourite cocktail and getting lost in this truly wonderful romance.Ìý I loved it.

A great summer read!

Full of wonderful descriptions of sun-drenched Greek islands, Hollywood and its screen icons; I didn't want to put it down.

This book makes for a perfect summer read and one I definitely recommend reading.

Absolutely adored this book. I'm pretty sure I didn't move the whole time I was reading it! ]]> 360 Carol Kirkwood 0008393400 Ellen 0 to-read 4.29 2021 Under a Greek Moon
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]]> A Girl's Best Friend 36507779 Welcome to your new cottage in the country - complete with grumpy vet, village gossip and a giant, lolloping, and very muddy dog...

City girl Ella wants to take refuge in the country, lick her wounds and work out what she's going to do with the rest of her life. She certainly doesn't want a four-legged house guest or have anything to do with village life. Unfortunately, the inhabitants of Wilsgrave have other ideas and before long she finds herself re-evaluating everything she thought she wanted out of life - with the help of her new furry best friend...

]]> 365 Jules Wake Ellen 0 to-read 4.38 A Girl's Best Friend
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]]> <![CDATA[Into the Dark (Romantic Suspense, #23; Cincinnati, #5)]]> 46130779
Desperate and afraid, the boys have nowhere else to go but to Joshua’s soccer coach, journalist and ex-Army ranger Diesel Kennedy. When Diesel sees that Michael is injured, he takes them to see Dr. Dani Novak—not only because she’s fluent in American Sign Language, but because he’s drawn to her and everything she stands for. She never refuses Diesel’s requests—because she, too, feels their connection—but she resists him for reasons she doesn’t want to confess.

When Dani and Diesel learn that Michael saw the face of his stepfather’s killer, they fear for his safety. But they quickly discover that it’s even worse than they feared: They may have a serial killer on their hands—and all signs point to Michael as the next target.]]> 593 Karen Rose 1984805282 Ellen 0 to-read 4.28 2019 Into the Dark (Romantic Suspense, #23; Cincinnati, #5)
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]]> Sugar (Sugar Lacey, #1) 495369
Sugar brings a Southern African-American town vividly to life, with its flowering magnolia trees, lingering scents of jasmine and honeysuckle, and white picket fences that keep strangers out--but ignorance and superstition in. To read this novel is to take a journey through loss and suffering to a place of forgiveness, understanding, and grace.Ìý McFadden is the author of the novels Gathering of Waters, Glorious, and This Bitter Earth.Ìý±Õ±Õ> 256 Bernice L. McFadden 0452282209 Ellen 0 to-read 4.27 2000 Sugar (Sugar Lacey, #1)
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]]> Summer in Greece 56799491
For the last twenty years, Summer has lived a solitary life, focusing on her career as a vet and trying not to think of the past. Every year she escapes for a few weeks to beautiful Greek islands, losing herself in photography and wreck diving.

When the junk room of her clifftop cottage is cleared to accommodate a carer for her father, Summer stumbles across the belongings of her great-grandmother, Gertie Smith. She finds a WWI nurse's uniform, a soldier's blanket, and a recording of Gertie's memoirs. As Summer listens to it, she learns about her great-grandmother's secret life, and might just find the strength to let go of her own tragic past.

1916

When eighteen-year-old nurse Gertie Smith signs up for the war effort, she is thrilled to learn that her destination will be Greece. With a head full of blue skies and handsome men, she boards the Titanic's sister ship, the hospital ship Britannic. Unprepared for the horrors of war, she heads for the Greek island of Lemnos on a mission to rescue three thousand wounded British soldiers.

The Britannic never reaches its destination. Gertie, who disobeyed her orders, blames herself.

She is sent to the Greek island of Kea, where she meets and falls in love with a Greek fisherman, Manno - but she finds herself torn between him and her duty to an English soldier, and all too soon her past catches up with her.]]> 474 Patricia M Wilson 1838774904 Ellen 0 to-read 4.24 2021 Summer in Greece
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]]> <![CDATA[The Garden of Forgotten Wishes]]> 49999924 The delightful Sunday Times bestselling novel from Trisha Ashley'One of the best writers around!' Katie Fforde'Full of down-to-earth humour.' Sophie Kinsella___All Marnie wants is somewhere to call home. Mourning lost years spent in a marriage that has finally come to an end, she needs a fresh start and time to heal. Things she hopes to find in the rural west Lancashire village her mother always told her about.With nothing but her two green thumbs, Marnie takes a job as a gardener, which comes with a little cottage to make her own. The garden is beautiful - filled with roses, lavender and honeysuckle - and only a little rough around the edges. Which is more than can be said for her next-door neighbour, Ned Mars.Marnie remembers Ned from her college days but he's far from the untroubled man she once knew. A recent relationship has left him with a heart as bruised as her own.Can a summer spent gardening help them recapture the forgotten dreams they've let get away?___Readers are falling in love with The Garden of Forgotten Wishes 'Gorgeous . . . a lovely rom-come to cheer your heart and ease your soul.' 'Once again another outstanding book full of intrigue, hope and a new beginning.' 'A perfect read to escape with.'___Trisha's forthcoming novel, The Wedding Dress Repair Shop, is available to pre-order now]]> 377 Trisha Ashley Ellen 0 to-read 4.16 2020 The Garden of Forgotten Wishes
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]]> Wedding Tiers 6383329 414 Trisha Ashley 1847561136 Ellen 0 to-read 3.93 2009 Wedding Tiers
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]]> <![CDATA[The Little Swiss Ski Chalet (Romantic Escapes, #7)]]> 54473884 Food technician Mina has always believed that chocolate will solve everything � and it’s just what she needs when her latest relationship mishap goes viral!

So with her bags packed and a new determination to sort her life out, Minna decides to drown her sorrows with the best hot chocolate in the world at her godmother’s cosy Swiss chalet. Chocolate: yes. Romance: no. Until she has a run in on an Alpine train with a mysterious but oh-so-gorgeous stranger…]]> 401 Julie Caplin 0008431221 Ellen 0 to-read 4.15 2021 The Little Swiss Ski Chalet (Romantic Escapes, #7)
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]]> Let It Snow 61087087 Curl up with the perfect cosy read and the latest novel by the bestselling author of Just the Way You Are.

After the end of a long-term relationship, local weather girl Bea Armstrong has been avoiding her family, and their inevitable ‘I-told-you-sos.� But with Christmas fast approaching, she is finally on her way home to Charis House, the school in Sherwood Forest that her mum and dad run in their old family home. And to top it all off, the insufferable Henry Fairfax � who her parents have always wanted her to marry � has also been invited.

Relief comes in the shape of a last-minute interview for her dream job. There are just a few minor problems� The interview is in Scotland, Bea has no car, and the snow is falling already. The only solution is for Henry to drive her � could this Christmas get any worse�

But during an unforgettable two-day interview, a stay in a log cabin and a nightmare journey through the snow, Henry turns out to be nothing like she thought. And when Bea’s first love and recent ex shows up, Bea has a difficult choice to make…]]> 367 Beth Moran 180280644X Ellen 0 to-read 4.13 2022 Let It Snow
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]]> <![CDATA[The Sign of Four (Sherlock Holmes, #2)]]> 608474
For Mary Marston has received several large pearls - one a year for the last six years - and now a mystery letter telling her she is a wronged woman. If she would seek justice she is to meet her unknown benefactor, bringing with her two companions.

But unbeknownst to them all, others stalk London's fog-enshrouded streets: a one-legged ruffian with revenge on his mind - and his companion, who places no value on human life...]]> 129 Arthur Conan Doyle Ellen 4 3.91 1890 The Sign of Four (Sherlock Holmes, #2)
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]]> Hidden Riches 114128 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts unveils the intriguing world of antiques dealing, where an independent woman discovers the price of breathless desire-and the schemes of an obsessed killer...

Dora Conroy has a passion for antiques—and any other rarities she can acquire for her quaint Philadelphia shop. A seasoned dealer, she knows all the tricks of the trade. But she is unprepared for the deadly consequences when she purchases a few curiosities at an auction—and unknowingly brings home a priceless cache that makes her the target of an international criminal. Entwined in a reckless chase, Dora turns to her new neighbor, Jed Skimmerhorn, a cop who’s turned in his badge—and whose desire for lovely Dora puts him back in the line of fire. Fighting their attraction while falling in love, they find that hidden riches can have a most ordinary façade. And that possession can be a lethal obsession…]]> 392 Nora Roberts 0425197220 Ellen 0 currently-reading 3.97 1994 Hidden Riches
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]]> The Christmas Invitation 44160451 A brilliant new Christmas novel from Top Five Sunday Times bestselling author Trisha Ashley

'Like a nice mug of mulled wine in book form!' Good Housekeeping

Meg is definitely not in the Christmas mood. She’s never gone in for tinsel, baubles and mistletoe, and right now she’s still getting over an illness. Yet when she’s invited to spend the run-up to Christmas in the snowy countryside, rather than dreary London, she can’t refuse.

Arriving at a warm and cosy family home in a small hilltop village, Meg soon begins to wonder what a proper Christmas might be like. But just as she’s beginning to settle in, she spots a familiar face. Lex.

Despite the festive cheer, Meg suddenly wants nothing more than to get as far away from him, and their past secrets, as she can. But if she stays, could this be the year she finally discovers the magic of Christmas...?

Fabulously funny, intelligent and heart-warming, Trisha Ashley’s brand-new novel is the feel-good Christmas novel of the year. It even contains recipes!

]]> 517 Trisha Ashley Ellen 0 to-read 4.12 2019 The Christmas Invitation
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]]> The Cake Shop in the Garden 23262632 432 Carole Matthews 0751552143 Ellen 0 to-read 4.03 2015 The Cake Shop in the Garden
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]]> The Picture House by the Sea 33139310 Sometimes love is exactly like it is in the movies . . . With captivating views of the sparkling Cornish sea, the local picture house once thrived � and not only because it’s home to the best ice-cream shop for miles. But the cinema is long since past its heyday, and when former resident Gina returns and realises her fond memories are just that, she sets about restoring the picture house to its former glory. But as Gina reconnects with local renovator Ben, with whom she shares a past, old feelings begin to resurface. And when the pair learn the cinema’s future is under threat from a developer, they realise it’ll take more than a lick of paint to save The Picture House by the Sea. . . .]]> 319 Holly Hepburn Ellen 0 to-read 4.15 2017 The Picture House by the Sea
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]]> <![CDATA[Snow on the Cobbles (Coronation Street #3)]]> 44594739

When Lizzie moves with her mother and her brothers to No.13 Coronation Street at the end of the war, it’s a new start for all of them after the loses and heartache they’ve endured.
Lizzie lands a job working with a young Hilda Ogden, still waiting for her errant husband, Stan, to be de-mobbed. They’re employed by the new owners at the Pride of Weatherfield, who are determined to steal the crown from Annie Walker’s Rovers Return. The girls start to suspect that all is not as it seems at the Pride and Lizzie can’t avoid getting involved when Terry, the handsome new barman at the Rovers starts to take an interest too.
As things take a sinister turn, Lizzie is desperate to hide her own secret, but can her friend Hilda break the habit of a lifetime and keep her trap shut for once?]]> 320 Maggie Sullivan 0008354758 Ellen 0 to-read 3.77 2019 Snow on the Cobbles (Coronation Street #3)
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]]> The Summer Guest 22846594
A little magic is about to come to sleepy Caracove Bay...

Lexie and her husband Sam have spent years lovingly restoring No. 3 Cashel Square to its former glory. So imagine Lexie's delight when a stranger knocks on the door, asking to see the house she was born in over sixty years ago.

Kathleen is visiting from America, longing to see her childhood home... and longing for distraction from the grief of losing her husband.

And as Lexie and Sam battle over whether or not to have a baby and Kathleen struggles with her loss, the two women realise their unexpected friendship will touch them in ways neither could have imagined.

In Caracove, there's more than a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.]]> 371 Emma Hannigan 1472209982 Ellen 0 to-read 3.83 2014 The Summer Guest
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]]> <![CDATA[Casting Off (Cazalet Chronicles, #4)]]> 723625
In the aftermath of Ve Day in England, the extended Cazalet family endures such difficult events as deaths, weddings, a shattering pregnancy, and divorces.]]> 496 Elizabeth Jane Howard 0671534297 Ellen 0 to-read 4.30 1995 Casting Off (Cazalet Chronicles, #4)
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]]> <![CDATA[Snowfall Over Halesmere House (Love in the Lakes, #1)]]> 61652716 Welcome to Halesmere House, where romance might be just around the corner�

After years of living in the past, Ella is ready to start building a future. The perfect opportunity presents itself when she is offered a short-term role at Halesmere House in the Lake District, and tasked with kick-starting its artists' residence. She can't wait to start and explore a new career in an inspiring location.

But when Ella arrives at Halesmere, she wonders if she’s made a huge mistake after she clashes with Max, the new owner. Max has his own reasons to be unsettled by her presence, but despite his misgivings it seems everyone else loves having Ella around. As a single dad, it’s his children’s attachment to her that bothers him most. Who will pick up the pieces when Ella leaves?

What Max doesn’t know is that Ella is falling for more than just the Lake District and the community around her. Can her temporary job lead to a permanent happy ending?

A tender and uplifting Christmas romance for fans of Heidi Swain, Karen Swan and Sue Moorcroft.]]> 292 Suzanne Snow 1800328737 Ellen 0 to-read 4.16 Snowfall Over Halesmere House (Love in the Lakes, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[A White Christmas on Winter Street]]> 61364654
As she is pulled into the preparations, Sky quickly grows to love the quirky, tight-knit community she is now part of. Including the extremely handsome Daz, who soon becomes more than just a friendly neighbour.

But when Daz’s ex turns up determined to win him back and it seems he might not be the man Sky thought he was, she remembers how much allowing people into her life � and heart � can hurt. As the snow falls, will she and Daz find a way through � and help win a Christmas victory for Winter Street?

A gorgeously festive novel about love, family and the power of forgiveness from Sunday Times bestseller Sue Moorcroft, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Phillipa Ashley.]]> 384 Sue Moorcroft 0008525684 Ellen 0 to-read 4.26 A White Christmas on Winter Street
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]]> <![CDATA[A Summer of Second Chances (Welcome to Thorndale #3)]]> 57934823 Sparks and tempers fly when Ben comes to stay in Daisy’s holiday cottage.

Daisy likes routine. She goes to work, makes dinner for her son, then loses herself for an hour or two in her sewing. She’s not looking for change, until Ben crashes � literally � into her life.

Ben is training for a triathlon, working himself to the limit in an attempt to forget a recent trauma. Daisy wants to help, but even as they draw closer with every week that passes, he pushes her away whenever things threaten to get serious.

Can Ben open himself up to love again? And with Daisy’s life in the Yorkshire Dales and Ben’s in New York, can they have a future together even if he does?]]> 206 Suzanne Snow 1800321678 Ellen 0 to-read 4.43 A Summer of Second Chances (Welcome to Thorndale #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Farmhouse of Second Chances]]> 58479892
Sometimes a new beginning just needs a first step . . .

Joy Weatherford has made a family for herself. She's turned her beautiful old farmhouse into a safe haven for anyone who needs a helping hand, a place to stay, and a new beginning. She's always got a kind word, a practical suggestion, and a belief that everyone can change their life for the better.

Libby has exchanged her high-flying job in New York for a break in the Somerset countryside. She's soon drawn into Joy's world, and into her family of waifs and strays - including Drew, whom Joy once helped get back on his feet, and now helps out around the house. This could be a new beginning for them both, but Drew is still struggling to forget his past . . .

But when a secret from Joy's past threatens the community, can they come together to give her a second chance of her own?

Perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Ali McNamara!]]> 368 Helen Rolfe Ellen 0 to-read 4.24 2022 The Farmhouse of Second Chances
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]]> <![CDATA[A Villa with a View (Romantic Escapes, #11)]]> 196857867
Lia Bathurst had always dreamed of escaping to the white sandy beaches and turquoise blue seas of the Amalfi coast � but that dream hadn’t included meeting her real father. A father she had never even known about until a few weeks ago! Yet here she was, standing outside the gates of a gorgeous pink villa being refused entry by the insufferable � and insufferably handsome � Raphael Knight, her father’s business manager.

When an old black and white photo proves Lia’s claim to be true, Raph is determined to make sure this stranger, with her long caramel waves and infectious smile, doesn’t have an ulterior motive. Even if that means not letting her out of his sight.

As temperatures rise, and not just from the heat of the Mediterranean sun, could Lia and Raph’s forced proximity lead to something more like� amore?

Praise for Julie ‘One unputdownable story� Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde

‘An irresistible slice of escapism� Sunday Times Bestseller Phillipa Ashley

‘The descriptions of food and drink made me want to visit France immediately, if not sooner. A wonderful, summery treat for every reader� Sue Moorcroft

‘A gorgeous book, in which each little detail and plot point adds sparkle to the story � much like the tantalising fizz in a glass of chilled champagne!� Erin Green

‘The perfect summer escape� Alex Brown

‘A delicious read! I could almost taste the Champagne� Teresa F. Morgan

‘Oh la la, joy of a book! A stunning summer escape in the French countryside� Caroline Roberts

‘Julie Caplin always sweeps me away to whatever location her stories are set in…a feast for all the senses with a romance that sparkles like the finest champagne!� Sarah Bennett

'Absolutely perfect! Everything you could possibly want from a summer romance� Annabel French

‘Made me want to pack my entire life into a suitcase and start all over again in a gorgeous setting, with delicious dining, charismatic characters and fabulous friendships and a swoon-worthy french man to die for� Kim Nash

‘With an abundance of chemistry between Hattie and Luc, plus a delicious vineyard setting, The French Chateau Dream is a gloriously satisfying escapist read!� Kate Frost

‘A gorgeous slice of escapism to a beautiful chateau. I loved joining Hattie on her summer escape to a dreamy French chateau with an equally dreamy owner. A beautiful setting, wonderful characters, and gorgeous writing� Jessica Redland

‘A beautifully romantic read with a fabulous cast of characters, I was totally trans]]> 339 Julie Caplin 0008579253 Ellen 0 to-read 4.38 2024 A Villa with a View (Romantic Escapes, #11)
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]]> Four Weddings and a Christmas 127422421
With her thriving business Cottage Angels, Freya Bolton prepares the Lake District’s holiday homes for Christmas visitors. It’s her job to think of everything, from cinnamon-scented candles to tasteful decorations and hampers of seasonal treats.

If only her love life were such a success� After being burned by past relationships, she’s now determined to steer clear of love for good.

So when she bumps into gorgeous � and single � ex-boyfriend Travis, a no-strings festive fling seems perfect.

But when her feelings for him begin to develop, is she on track for another romantic calamity? Or could this Christmas give her the gift of true love?]]> 368 Phillipa Ashley 0008494398 Ellen 0 to-read 4.09 Four Weddings and a Christmas
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]]> <![CDATA[A Year at the Star and Sixpence]]> 31935663 A Year at the Star and Sixpence is Holly Hepburn's four Star and Sixpence novellas collected together as a novel for the first time.Ìý
When sisters Nessie and Sam inherit a little pub in a beautiful country village they jump at the chance to escape their messy lives and start afresh. But when they arrive at the Star and Sixpence, it's not quite what they imagined - it's pretty much derelict, ruined by debts, and it's going to be a huge job to get it up and running again. But they are determined to make the best of this new life and they set about making the pub the heart of the village once again. Their first year at the Star and Sixpence won't be easy, though nothing worth doing ever is.
But when the sisters' past comes back to haunt them, they start to think that the fresh start they needed is very far away indeed…]]> 400 Holly Hepburn 1471163156 Ellen 0 to-read 3.98 2016 A Year at the Star and Sixpence
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]]> The Wedding Promise 33135401 Does a rambling Spanish villa hold the key to love? No. 1 Irish bestseller Emma Hannigan returns with her heartwarming new novel. If you like reading Cathy Kelly and Patricia Scanlan, and enjoyed the film UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN, you will love this. 'Brimming with hope and joy' Sunday Independent Restoring a Spanish villa brings Shelly back to the place she and her husband once loved, fulfilling the promise he made that they would return. But as plans to transform the villa into a romantic wedding venue take shape, Shelly discovers her children may need the move more than she does. Her son Jake has begun to question the things he values his career as a pilot, his relationship with his girlfriend. Could Spain offer him the change he's seeking? Shelly's daughter Leila arrives with a new-born baby in tow, but then hears some startling news she wasn't expecting. As Casa Maria takes its first booking, will it turn out to be more than a romantic promise made all those years ago? Perhaps a second chance at new beginnings?]]> 450 Emma Hannigan 1472230124 Ellen 0 to-read 4.28 The Wedding Promise
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]]> The Merry Christmas Project 58094601
Cole loves a project too - though it's usually of the bricks and mortar variety. As a single dad, his Christmas wish is to see his kids again, so getting the new house finished for when they're all together is the perfect distraction.

But this Christmas, magic is in the air for these two strangers. Will it bring them all the joy they planned for . . . and take their hearts by surprise too?

After all, anything can happen at Christmas. . .]]> 364 Cathy Bramley Ellen 0 to-read 4.27 2021 The Merry Christmas Project
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]]> <![CDATA[The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes, #9)]]> 162823 'When you have eliminated all which is impossible, then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth.'

In this, the final collection of Sherlock Holmes adventures, the intrepid detective and his faithful companion Dr Watson examine and solve twelve cases that puzzle clients, baffle the police and provide readers with the thrill of the chase.

These mysteries - involving an illustrious client and a Sussex vampire; the problems of Thor Bridge and of the Lions Mane; a creeping man and the three-gabled house - all test the bravery of Dr Watson and the brilliant mind of Mr Sherlock Homes, the greatest detective we have ever known.

Contains 12 stories published 1921�1927.
* "The Adventure of the Mazarin Stone" (1921)
* "The Problem of Thor Bridge" (1922)
* "The Adventure of the Creeping Man" (1923)
* "The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire" (1924)
* "The Adventure of the Three Garridebs" (1924)
* "The Adventure of the Illustrious Client" (1924)
* "The Adventure of the Three Gables" (1926)
* "The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier" (1926)
* "The Adventure of the Lion's Mane" (1926)
* "The Adventure of the Retired Colourman" (1926)
* "The Adventure of the Veiled Lodger" (1927)
* "The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place" (1927)]]> 303 Arthur Conan Doyle 1904633684 Ellen 0 to-read 4.15 1927 The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes, #9)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Valley of Fear (Sherlock Holmes, #7)]]> 736131 Duration: 6 hr., 25 min.]]> 7 Arthur Conan Doyle 9626344245 Ellen 0 to-read 4.00 1914 The Valley of Fear (Sherlock Holmes, #7)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Return of Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes, #6)]]> 194366 455 Arthur Conan Doyle 0192123173 Ellen 0 to-read 4.29 1905 The Return of Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes, #6)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock Holmes, #5)]]> 8921 256 Arthur Conan Doyle Ellen 0 to-read 4.15 1902 The Hound of the Baskervilles (Sherlock Holmes, #5)
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]]> Origin (Robert Langdon, #5) 32307358 This an alternate cover for B01LY7FD0D

Robert Langdon, Harvard professor of symbology and religious iconology, arrives at the ultramodern Guggenheim Museum Bilbao to attend a major announcement--the unveiling of a discovery that "will change the face of science forever." The evening's host is Edmond Kirsch, a forty-year-old billionaire and futurist whose dazzling high-tech inventions and audacious predictions have made him a renowned global figure. Kirsch, who was one of Langdon's first students at Harvard two decades earlier, is about to reveal an astonishing breakthrough . . . one that will answer two of the fundamental questions of human existence.

As the event begins, Langdon and several hundred guests find themselves captivated by an utterly original presentation, which Langdon realizes will be far more controversial than he ever imagined. But the meticulously orchestrated evening suddenly erupts into chaos, and Kirsch's precious discovery teeters on the brink of being lost forever. Reeling and facing an imminent threat, Langdon is forced into a desperate bid to escape Bilbao. With him is Ambra Vidal, the elegant museum director who worked with Kirsch to stage the provocative event. Together they flee to Barcelona on a perilous quest to locate a cryptic password that will unlock Kirsch's secret.

Navigating the dark corridors of hidden history and extreme religion, Langdon and Vidal must evade a tormented enemy whose all-knowing power seems to emanate from Spain's Royal Palace itself . . . and who will stop at nothing to silence Edmond Kirsch. On a trail marked by modern art and enigmatic symbols, Langdon and Vidal uncover clues that ultimately bring them face-to-face with Kirsch's shocking discovery . . . and the breathtaking truth that has long eluded us. Origin is stunningly inventive--Dan Brown's most brilliant and entertaining novel to date]]> 482 Dan Brown Ellen 0 to-read 3.87 2017 Origin (Robert Langdon, #5)
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]]> Inferno (Robert Langdon, #4) 17212231 ‘Seek and ye shall find.�

With these words echoing in his head, eminent Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon awakes in a hospital bed with no recollection of where he is or how he got there. Nor can he explain the origin of the macabre object that is found hidden in his belongings.

A threat to his life will propel him and a young doctor, Sienna Brooks, into a breakneck chase across the city of Florence. Only Langdon’s knowledge of hidden passageways and ancient secrets that lie behind its historic facade can save them from the clutches of their unknown pursuers.

With only a few lines from Dante’s dark and epic masterpiece, The Inferno, to guide them, they must decipher a sequence of codes buried deep within some of the most celebrated artefacts of the Renaissance � sculptures, paintings, buildings � to find the answers to a puzzle which may, or may not, help them save the world from a terrifying threat�

Set against an extraordinary landscape inspired by one of history’s most ominous literary classics, Inferno is Dan Brown’s most compelling and thought-provoking novel yet, a breathless race-against-time thriller that will grab you from page one and not let you go until you close the book.]]> 463 Dan Brown 0385537859 Ellen 0 to-read 3.88 2013 Inferno (Robert Langdon, #4)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Lost Symbol (Robert Langdon, #3)]]> 6411961
Washington DC: Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is summoned at the last minute to deliver an evening lecture in the Capitol Building. Within moments of his arrival, however, a disturbing object - gruesomely encoded with five symbols - is discovered at the epicentre of the Rotunda. It is, he recognises, an ancient invitation, meant to beckon its recipient towards a long-lost world of hidden esoteric wisdom.

When Langdon's revered mentor, Peter Solomon - philanthropist and prominent mason - is brutally kidnapped, Langdon realizes that his only hope of saving his friend's life is to accept this mysterious summons and follow wherever it leads him.

Langdon finds himself quickly swept behind the facade of America's most historic city into the unseen chambers, temples and tunnels which exist there. All that was familiar is transformed into a shadowy, clandestine world of an artfully concealed past in which Masonic secrets and never-before-seen revelations seem to be leading him to a single impossible and inconceivable truth.

A brilliantly composed tapestry of veiled histories, arcane icons and enigmatic codes, The Lost Symbol is an intelligent, lightning-paced thriller that offers surprises at every turn. For, as Robert Langdon will discover, there is nothing more extraordinary or shocking than the secret which hides in plain sight...]]> 509 Dan Brown 0385504225 Ellen 0 to-read 3.75 2009 The Lost Symbol (Robert Langdon, #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[The da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)]]> 55019161 The da Vinci Code, The da Vinci Code, The da Vinci Code, and The da Vinci Code

While in Paris on business, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon receives an urgent late-night phone call: the elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum. Near the body, police have found a baffling cipher. While working to solve the enigmatic riddle, Langdon is stunned to discover it leads to a trail of clues hidden in the works of Da Vinci -- clues visible for all to see -- yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Langdon joins forces with a gifted French cryptologist, Sophie Neveu, and learns the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion -- an actual secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Botticelli, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci, among others.

In a breathless race through Paris, London, and beyond, Langdon and Neveu match wits with a faceless powerbroker who seems to anticipate their every move. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle in time, the Priory's ancient secret -- and an explosive historical truth -- will be lost forever.

The Da Vinci Code heralds the arrival of a new breed of lightning-paced, intelligent thriller utterly unpredictable right up to its stunning conclusion.]]> 480 Dan Brown 0307277674 Ellen 0 to-read 4.23 2003 The da Vinci Code (Robert Langdon, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Other Boleyn Girl (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #9)]]> 37470 This is an alternate cover edition of ISBN 9780743227445

Two sisters competing for the greatest prize: The love of a king

When Mary Boleyn comes to court as an innocent girl of fourteen, she catches the eye of Henry VIII. Dazzled, Mary falls in love with both her golden prince and her growing role as unofficial queen. However, she soon realises just how much she is a pawn in her family's ambitious plots as the king's interest begins to wane and she is forced to step aside for her best friend and rival: her sister, Anne. Then Mary knows that she must defy her family and her king and take fate into her own hands.

A rich and compelling novel of love, sex, ambition, and intrigue, The Other Boleyn Girl introduces a woman of extraordinary determination and desire who lived at the heart of the most exciting and glamourous court in Europe and survived by following her heart.]]> 661 Philippa Gregory Ellen 0 to-read 4.08 2001 The Other Boleyn Girl (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #9)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Kingmaker's Daughter (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #4)]]> 15801672
The Kingmaker’s Daughter —Philippa Gregory’s first sister story since The Other Boleyn Girl —is the gripping tale of the daughters of the man known as the Kingmaker, Richard Neville, Earl of the most powerful magnate in fifteenth-century England. Without a son and heir, he uses his daughters, Anne and Isabel, as pawns in his political games, and they grow up to be influential players in their own right.

At the court of Edward IV and his beautiful queen, Elizabeth Woodville, Anne grows from a delightful child to become ever more fearful and desperate when her father makes war on his former friends. Married at age fourteen, she is soon left widowed and fatherless, her mother in sanctuary and her sister married to the enemy. Anne manages her own escape by marrying Richard, Duke of Gloucester, but her choice will set her on a collision course with the overwhelming power of the royal family.]]> 464 Philippa Gregory 1451626088 Ellen 0 to-read 4.04 2012 The Kingmaker's Daughter (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #4)
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]]> <![CDATA[Three Sisters, Three Queens (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #8)]]> 28251813
“There is only one bond that I trust: between a woman and her sisters. We never take our eyes off each other. In love and in rivalry, we always think of each other.�

When Katherine of Aragón is brought to the Tudor court as a young bride, the oldest princess, Margaret, takes her measure. With one look, each knows the other for a rival, an ally, a pawn, destined—with Margaret’s younger sister Mary—to a sisterhood unique in all the world. The three sisters will become the queens of England, Scotland, and France.

United by family loyalties and affections, the three queens find themselves set against each other. Katherine commands an army against Margaret and kills her husband James IV of Scotland. But Margaret’s boy becomes heir to the Tudor throne when Katherine loses her son. Mary steals the widowed Margaret’s proposed husband, but when Mary is widowed it is her secret marriage for love that is the envy of the others. As they experience betrayals, dangers, loss, and passion, the three sisters find that the only constant in their perilous lives is their special bond, more powerful than any man, even a king.]]> 556 Philippa Gregory 1476758573 Ellen 0 to-read 3.74 2016 Three Sisters, Three Queens (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #8)
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]]> <![CDATA[Summer at the Little Wedding Shop (The Little Wedding Shop by the Sea, #3)]]> 33026578 When the owner of Brides by the Sea, Cornwall’s cutest little wedding shop, offers Lily a job as their new wedding stylist, her first thought is � can she possibly pull it off?

Before she’s even sourced a fairy light or tasted a cupcake, Kip Penryn hires her services � but he’s opened an exclusive wedding venue in direct competition to her friend Poppy!

Lily feels like a traitor working for Kip, only everyone knows Penryn men are gorgeous but unreliable. All she has to do is sit back and watch him mess it up…doesn’t she?

Love is in the Cornish sea breeze this summer as the girls tackle their busiest wedding season yet. There’s plenty of bunting, bubbly and baking � but who is going to catch the bouquet?

]]> 449 Jane Linfoot Ellen 0 to-read 4.32 2017 Summer at the Little Wedding Shop (The Little Wedding Shop by the Sea, #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Little Café at the End of the Pier (Café at the End of the Pier #1-5)]]> 40376763 Searching for love? You'll find it at The Little Café at the End of the Pier... When Jo's beloved grandparents ask for her help in running their little café at the end of the pier in Salthaven-on-Sea she jumps at the chance. The café is a hub for many the single dad who brings his little boy in on a Saturday morning; the lady who sits alone and stares out to sea; the woman who pops in after her morning run.Jo soon realises that each of her customers is looking for love - and she knows just the way to find it for them. She goes about setting each of them up on blind dates - each date is held in the café, with a special menu she has designed for the occasion.But Jo has never found love herself. She always held her grandparents' marriage up as her ideal and she hasn't found anything close to that. But could it be that love is right under her nose...?**Readers love The Café at the End of the 'Brings a smile to your face and a tear to your eye' - Å·±¦ÓéÀÖ reviewer'Heartwarming and made me smile... I can't wait to read more' - Å·±¦ÓéÀÖ reviewer'Perfectly charming and totally yummy' - Amazon reviewer]]> 308 Helen Rolfe Ellen 0 to-read 4.15 2019 The Little Café at the End of the Pier (Café at the End of the Pier #1-5)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Last Summer (Wild Isle, #1)]]> 59485832 400 Karen Swan 1529084369 Ellen 0 to-read 4.06 2022 The Last Summer (Wild Isle, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[A Gift from the Comfort Food Café (Comfort Food Cafe, #5)]]> 39783948 401 Debbie Johnson 0008258864 Ellen 0 to-read 4.27 A Gift from the Comfort Food Café (Comfort Food Cafe, #5)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Cornish Cream Tea Bookshop (The Cornish Cream Tea Novels, #7)]]> 61203305 416 Cressida McLaughlin 0008503729 Ellen 0 to-read 4.09 The Cornish Cream Tea Bookshop (The Cornish Cream Tea Novels, #7)
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]]> I Heart Hawaii (I Heart, #8) 42848113 Join Angela and Jenny in the series finale of the bestselling I Heart books, on the balmy beaches of Hawaii.

When Angela Clark’s best friend Jenny invites her to join a press trip to Hawaii, three days of sun, sea and sleep sounds like the perfect antidote to her crazed life.
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At work in New York, she’s supposed to be the face of Having It All. But the only thing Angela feels she excels at is hiding in the printer cupboard, eating Mini Cheddars and watching Netflix on her phone and if this is living the dream, she's more than ready to wake up.
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A few days away with Jenny sounds like exactly what she needs but Angela’s talent for getting into a scrape guarantees nothing goes to plan � and not even the most beautiful beaches, blue skies and daiquiris will get her off the hook…]]> 385 Lindsey Kelk 0008236879 Ellen 0 to-read 4.20 2019 I Heart Hawaii (I Heart, #8)
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]]> <![CDATA[Winter Fires at Mill Grange (The Mill Grange Series #4)]]> 58163884
With pageants and plays to arrange, a much-anticipated book launch, an unexpected arrival, a heart-warming offer, and a little bit of the manor's magic, this Christmas is one that Thea, Tina, Sam, Shaun, Helen and Tom � along with retirees Bert and Mabel Hastings � won't soon forget...]]> 416 Jenny Kane Ellen 0 to-read 4.52 Winter Fires at Mill Grange (The Mill Grange Series #4)
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]]> A Taste of Home 54787516
Fliss discovers that her estranged grandfather owns a fruit farm himself, on the outskirts of Wynbridge, and she arrives to find a farm that has fallen into disrepair. Using her knowledge gleaned from working on the Rossi farm and her desire to find out more about her past, Fliss rolls her sleeves up and gets stuck in. But what will she discover, and can she resurrect the farm’s glory days and find a taste of home�?]]> 400 Heidi Swain 147119583X Ellen 0 to-read 4.23 2021 A Taste of Home
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]]> <![CDATA[Christmas Promises at the Little Wedding Shop (The Little Wedding Shop by the Sea, #4)]]> 34875716
That is until Christmas arrives at Brides by the Sea, Cornwall’s enchanting and most adorable little wedding shop. The champagne is on ice while mistletoe hangs from every nook and Holly’s friends at the shop are determined she’ll live up to her festive name.]]> 339 Jane Linfoot Ellen 0 to-read 4.34 2017 Christmas Promises at the Little Wedding Shop (The Little Wedding Shop by the Sea, #4)
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]]> Jayne Eyre 57007234 Orphaned as a child, Jane has felt an outcast her whole young life. Her courage is tested once again when she arrives at Thornfield Hall, where she has been hired by the brooding, proud Edward Rochester to care for his ward Adèle. Jane finds herself drawn to his troubled yet kind spirit. She falls in love. Hard.

But there is a terrifying secret inside the gloomy, forbidding Thornfield Hall. Is Rochester hiding from Jane? Will Jane be left heartbroken and exiled once again?

]]> Charlotte Brontë Ellen 0 to-read 4.16 1847 Jayne Eyre
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]]> Crime and Punishment 7144 671 Fyodor Dostoevsky Ellen 0 to-read 4.26 1866 Crime and Punishment
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]]> The Idiot 12505 667 Fyodor Dostoevsky 0679642420 Ellen 0 to-read 4.22 1869 The Idiot
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]]> <![CDATA[The Little Teashop of Lost and Found]]> 31132034 'Trisha Ashley writes with remarkable wit and originality - one of the best writers around.' KATIE FFORDE‘Trisha at her best.� CAROLE MATTHEWSAlice Rose is a foundling, discovered on the Yorkshire moors above Haworth as a baby. Adopted but then later rejected again by a horrid step-mother, Alice struggles to find a place where she belongs. Only baking � the scent of cinnamon and citrus and the feel of butter and flour between her fingers � brings a comforting sense of home.So it seems natural that when she finally decides to return to Haworth, Alice turns to baking again, taking over a run-down little teashop and working to set up an afternoon tea emporium.Luckily she soon makes friends � including a Grecian god-like neighbour � who help her both set up home and try to solve the mystery of who she is. There are one or two last twists in the dark fairytale of Alice’s life to come . . . but can she find her happily ever after?Readers love The Little Teashop of Lost and ‘delightful, charming and pure escapism� ‘intrigue, laughs and compassion . . . a truly lovely novel� ‘full of warm-hearted characters, beautifully settings, delicious cakes and that special touch of magic which makes it stand out as a Trisha Ashley novel�]]> 424 Trisha Ashley Ellen 4 4.13 The Little Teashop of Lost and Found
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I'm so glad I didn't read the negative reviews. This is such a fun read!
]]> <![CDATA[The Naming of the Dead (Inspector Rebus, #16)]]> 69800
When Rebus also starts looking into the apparent suicide of an MP, he is abruptly warned off the case, not least because the G8 leaders have gathered in Scotland, and Rebus's bosses want him well out of the way. But Rebus has never been one to stick to the rules, and when Siobhan has a very personal reason for hunting down a riot cop, it looks as though both Rebus and Clarke may be up against their own side ...]]> 464 Ian Rankin 0316057576 Ellen 0 to-read 4.01 2006 The Naming of the Dead (Inspector Rebus, #16)
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]]> <![CDATA[Black and Blue (Inspector Rebus, #8)]]> 68768 Bible John killed three women, and took three souvenirs. Johnny Bible killed to steal his namesake's glory. Oilman Allan Mitchelson died for his principles. And convict Lenny Spaven died just to prove a point. "Bible John" terrorized Glasgow in the sixties and seventies, murdering three women he met in a local ballroom--and he was never caught. Now a copycat is at work. Nicknamed "Bible Johnny" by the media, he is a new menace with violent ambitions.

The Bible Johnny case would be perfect for Inspector John Rebus, but after a run-in with a crooked senior officer, he's been shunted aside to one of Edinburgh's toughest suburbs, where he investigates the murder of an off-duty oilman. His investigation takes him north to the oil rigs of Aberdeen, where he meets the Bible Johnny media circus head-on. Suddenly caught in the glare of the television cameras and in the middle of more than one investigation, Rebus must proceed wiht caution: One mistake could mean an unpleasant and not particularly speedy death, or, worse still, losing his job.

Written with Ian Rankin's signature wit, style and intricacy, Black and Blue is a novel of uncommon and unforgettable intrigue.
]]> 352 Ian Rankin 0312966776 Ellen 0 to-read 4.08 1997 Black and Blue (Inspector Rebus, #8)
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]]> <![CDATA[Dead Souls (Inspector Rebus, #10)]]> 69801 320 Ian Rankin 075284413X Ellen 0 to-read 4.04 1999 Dead Souls (Inspector Rebus, #10)
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average rating: 4.04
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]]> <![CDATA[The Secret of Annexe 3 (Inspector Morse, #7)]]> 76914 304 Colin Dexter 0804114897 Ellen 0 to-read 3.86 1986 The Secret of Annexe 3 (Inspector Morse, #7)
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average rating: 3.86
book published: 1986
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]]> <![CDATA[Death Is Now My Neighbor (Inspector Morse, #12)]]> 76907 Chief Inspector Morse, investigating the murder on Bloxham Drive, follows a trail that leads first to a tabloid journalist, then to the strip clubs of Soho. It soon winds back, however, to the university. For Morse and his partner, Sergeant Lewis, the question becomes: Is the Mastership of Lonsdale worth killing for?]]> 347 Colin Dexter 0517707861 Ellen 0 to-read 4.05 1996 Death Is Now My Neighbor (Inspector Morse, #12)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Remorseful Day (Inspector Morse, #13)]]> 76912 "Things are moving fast."
"We're getting near the end, you mean?"
"We were always near the end."

For a year, the murder of Yvonne Harrison at her home in the Cotswold village of Lower Swinstead has baffled the Thames Valley CID. But one man has yet to tackle the case--and it is just the sort of puzzle at which Chief Inspector Morse excels.

So why is he adamant that he will not lead the reinvestigation, despite two anonymous phone calls that hint at new evidence? And why, if he refuses to take on the case officially, does he seem to be carrying out his own private inquiries?

When Sergeant Lewis learns that Morse was once friendly with Yvonne Harrison, he begins to suspect that the man who has earned his admiration, and exasperation, over so many years knows more about her death than he is letting on. When Morse finally does take over, the investigation leads down highways and byways that are disturbing to all concerned.

And then there is that final twist!

The Remorseful Day is full of the wonderful, unique touches that characterize Colin Dexter's novels. There is the brilliant, cranky Morse, the stubborn Sergeant Lewis, determined to best his boss at his own game, and, of course, the lovingly described town of Oxford, where grand colleges and old traditions are confronted by the new and the nasty. And throughout, there is today's world, as seen by Chief Inspector Morse.]]> 384 Colin Dexter 0609606220 Ellen 0 to-read 4.22 1999 The Remorseful Day (Inspector Morse, #13)
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]]> <![CDATA[Last Bus to Woodstock (Inspector Morse, #1)]]> 76909 282 Colin Dexter 0804114900 Ellen 0 to-read 3.85 1975 Last Bus to Woodstock (Inspector Morse, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Jewel That Was Ours (Inspector Morse, #9)]]> 76908 THE BOSTON SUNDAY GLOBE
The case seems so simple, Inspector Morse deemed it beneath his notice. A wealthy, elderly American tourist has a heart attack in her room at Oxford's luxurious Randolph Hotel. Missing from the scene is the lady's handbag, which contained the Wolvercote Tongue, a priceless jewel that her late husband had bequeathed to the Ashmolean Museum just across the street. Morse proceeds to spend a great deal of time thinking--and drinking--in the hotel's bar, certain the solution is close at hand--until conflicting stories, suspicious doings, and a real murder convince him otherwise....
"It is a delight to watch this brilliant, quirky man [Morse] deduce."
MINNEAPOLIS STAR & TRIBUNE]]> 241 Colin Dexter 0804109818 Ellen 0 to-read 3.86 1991 The Jewel That Was Ours (Inspector Morse, #9)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Dead of Jericho (Inspector Morse, #5)]]> 76906 The Dead of Jericho is Colin Dexter's fifth outing featuring the popular detective, Inspector Morse.

Morse switched on the gramophone to 'play', and sought to switch his mind away from all the terrestrial troubles. Sometimes, this way, he almost managed to forget. But not tonight . . .

Anne Scott's address was scribbled on a crumpled note in the pocket of Morse's smartest suit.

He turned the corner of Canal Street, Jericho, on the afternoon of Wednesday, 3rd October.

He hadn't planned a second visit. But he was back later the same day - as the officer in charge of a suicide investigation . . .

]]> 304 Colin Dexter 0804114862 Ellen 0 to-read 3.98 1981 The Dead of Jericho (Inspector Morse, #5)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Daughters of Cain (Inspector Morse, #11)]]> 969346 320 Colin Dexter 0804113645 Ellen 0 to-read 4.01 1994 The Daughters of Cain (Inspector Morse, #11)
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]]> <![CDATA[Service of All the Dead (Inspector Morse, #4)]]> 76915 304 Colin Dexter 0804114854 Ellen 0 to-read 3.93 1979 Service of All the Dead (Inspector Morse, #4)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Riddle of the Third Mile (Inspector Morse #6)]]> 191881 The thought suddenly occurred to Morse that this would be a marvellous time to murder a few of the doddery old bachelor dons. No wives to worry about their whereabouts; no landladies to whine about the unpaid rents. In fact nobody would miss most of them at all . . .

By the 16th of July the Master of Lonsdale was concerned, but not yet worried.

Dr Browne-Smith had passed through the porter's lodge at approximately 8.15 a.m. on the morning of Friday, 11th July. And nobody had heard from him since.

Plenty of time to disappear, thought Morse. And plenty of time, too, for someone to commit murder . . .]]> 272 Colin Dexter 0804114889 Ellen 0 to-read 3.82 1983 The Riddle of the Third Mile (Inspector Morse #6)
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]]> <![CDATA[I, Alex Cross (Alex Cross, #16)]]> 6405929 The hunt for the murderer leads Alex and his girlfriend, Detective Brianna Stone, to a place where every fantasy is possible, if you have the credentials to get in. Soon they confront some very important, very protected, and very dangerous people who will do anything to keep their secrets safe. As Alex closes in on the killer, he discovers evidence that points to the unimaginable - a revelation that could rock the entire world.

]]> 400 James Patterson 0316018783 Ellen 0 to-read 4.01 2009 I, Alex Cross (Alex Cross, #16)
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]]> Killer Instinct (Instinct #2) 40530562 Dr. Dylan Reinhart and Detective Elizabeth Needham reunite to stop the most sinister plot against New York City since 9/11.ÌýThe murder of an Ivy League professor pulls Dr. Dylan Reinhart out of his ivory tower and onto the streets of New York, where he reunites with his old partner, Detective Elizabeth Needham. As the worst act of terror since 9/11 strikes the city, a name on the casualty list rocks Dylan's world. Is his secret past about to be brought to light?As the terrorist attack unfolds, Elizabeth Needham does something courageous that thrusts her into the media spotlight. She's a reluctant hero. And thanks to the attention, she also becomes a prime target for the ruthless murderer behind the attack.Dylan literally wrote the book on the psychology of murder, and he and Elizabeth have solved cases that have baffled conventional detectives. But the sociopath they're facing this time is the opposite of a textbook case. There's no time to study for the test he's about to give them. And if they fail, they die.Ìý±Õ±Õ> 401 James Patterson 0316422347 Ellen 0 to-read 4.00 2019 Killer Instinct (Instinct #2)
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]]> The Inn (Bill Robinson, #1) 42778062 A former detective is starting over in a small town, but his past won't let him go in this gripping new stand-alone from the world's bestselling thriller writer.

The Inn at Gloucester stands alone on the rocky New England shoreline. Its seclusion suits former Boston police detective Bill Robinson, novice owner and innkeeper. As long as the dozen residents pay their rent, Robinson doesn’t ask any questions.

Yet all too soon Robinson discovers that leaving the city is no escape from dangers he left behind. A new crew of deadly criminals move into the small town, bringing drugs and violence to the front door of the inn.

Robinson feels the weight of responsibility on his shoulders. His sense of duty compels him to fight off the threat to his town. But he can’t do it alone. Before time runs out, the residents of the inn will face a choice.

Stand together? Or die alone.]]> 400 James Patterson 1780899963 Ellen 0 to-read 3.55 2019 The Inn (Bill Robinson, #1)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Fifth Witness (The Lincoln Lawyer, #4; Harry Bosch Universe, #23)]]> 9681098
Mickey puts his team into high gear to exonerate Lisa Trammel even though the evidence and his own suspicions tell him his client is guilty. Soon after he learns that the victim had black market dealings of his own, Haller is assaulted too. He's certain he's on the right trail.

Despite the danger, Haller mounts the best defense of his career in a trial with so many surprises. The last one comes after the verdict is in.

13 hours and 56 minutes]]> 421 Michael Connelly 0316069353 Ellen 0 to-read 4.18 2011 The Fifth Witness (The Lincoln Lawyer, #4; Harry Bosch Universe, #23)
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average rating: 4.18
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]]> <![CDATA[The Law of Innocence (The Lincoln Lawyer, #6; Harry Bosch Universe #35)]]> 51810799
Mickey elects to defend himself and must strategize and build his defense from his jail cell in the Twin Towers Correctional Center in downtown Los Angeles, all the while looking over his shoulder--as an officer of the court he is an instant target.

Mickey knows he's been framed. Now, with the help of his trusted team, he has to figure out who has plotted to destroy his life and why. Then he has to go before a judge and jury and prove his innocence.]]> 432 Michael Connelly 0316498025 Ellen 0 to-read 4.36 2008 The Law of Innocence (The Lincoln Lawyer, #6; Harry Bosch Universe #35)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Reversal (The Lincoln Lawyer, #3; Harry Bosch Universe, #22)]]> 7936809
After 24 years in prison, new DNA evidence means convicted killer Jason Jessup has been granted another trial. Haller takes the case on the condition that he gets to choose his investigator, LAPD Detective Harry Bosch.

Haller becomes convinced Jessup is guilty. Together, Bosch and Haller set off on a case fraught with political and personal danger. Opposing them is Jessup, now out on bail, his defense attorney who excels at manipulating the media, and a runaway eyewitness reluctant to testify after so many years.

With the odds and the evidence against them, Bosch and Haller must nail a sadistic killer once and for all. What does Bosch think? If he's sure of anything, it's that Jason Jessup plans to kill again.]]> 389 Michael Connelly 0316069485 Ellen 0 to-read 4.15 2010 The Reversal (The Lincoln Lawyer, #3; Harry Bosch Universe, #22)
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]]> <![CDATA[Cold Earth (Shetland Island, #7)]]> 28961557
At the burial of his old friend Magnus Tait, Jimmy Perez watches the flood of mud and peaty water smash through a croft house in its path. Everyone thinks the croft is uninhabited, but in the wreckage he finds the body of a dark-haired woman wearing a red silk dress. In his mind, she shares his Mediterranean ancestry and soon he becomes obsessed with tracing her identity.

Then it emerges that she was already dead before the landslide hit the house. Perez feels bound by duty - and something more powerful - to find out who she was, and how she died. Within the house, the only clue is a wooden box that contains two photos, one of two small children and one of an elderly couple. And a handwritten letter, which begins: "My dearest Alis..."]]> 400 Ann Cleeves Ellen 0 to-read 4.11 2016 Cold Earth (Shetland Island, #7)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Night Gate (The Enzo Files, #7)]]> 57118477
A famous art critic is viciously murdered in a nearby house.

Both deaths have occurred more than 70 years apart.

Asked by a forensic archaeologist in Paris to take a look at the site of the former, Enzo Macleod quickly finds himself embroiled in the investigation of the latter, and two narratives are set in train - one historical, unfolding against a backdrop of real events in Occupied France in the 1940s; the other contemporary, set in a France going back into Covid lockdown in the autumn of 2020.

At the heart of both is da Vinci's Mona Lisa.

Tasked by de Gaulle to keep the world's most famous painting out of Nazi hands after the fall of France in 1940, 28-year-old Georgette Pignal finds herself swept along by the tide of history. Following in the wake of the Mona Lisa as it is moved from chateau to chateau by the Louvre, she finds herself both wooed and pursued by two Germans sent to steal it for rival patrons - Hitler and Göring.

What none of them know is that the Louvre has secretly engaged the services of the 20th century's greatest forger to produce a duplicate of the great lady, one that even those who know her well find hard to tell apart. The discovery of its existence is the thread that links both narratives. And both murders.]]> 373 Peter May Ellen 0 to-read 4.19 The Night Gate (The Enzo Files, #7)
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]]> The Business 2355019
When Mary Dooley's husband is killed in the night's events, she knows she must graft to keep the family afloat. And graft she does, becoming a name in her own right. But she still has to watch her daughter's life spiral into a vicious, hate-fuelled cycle of drugs and prostitution.

Caught up in the carnage that is Imelda's existence are Mary's adored grandchildren, Jordanna and Kenny. Pretty little Jordanna isn't yet three and she already knows far too much. All she can do is look after her baby brother, Kenny, and try not to draw unwanted attention to herself.]]> 568 Martina Cole 0755328655 Ellen 0 to-read 3.89 2008 The Business
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]]> <![CDATA[Dangerous Lady (Maura Ryan, #1)]]> 936611 Together, she and her brother Michael are unbeatable: the Queen and King of organised crime, they run the pubs and clubs, the prostitutes and pimps of the West End. With Maura masterminding it, they pull off an audicious gold bullion robbery and have much of the Establishment in their pockets.
But notoriety has its price. The police are determined to put Maura away once and for all —and not everyone in the family thinks that's such a bad idea. When it comes to the crunch, Maura has to face the pain of lost love in her past —and the dangerous lady discovers her heart is not made entirely of stone.]]> 566 Martina Cole 0747239320 Ellen 0 to-read 4.33 1992 Dangerous Lady (Maura Ryan, #1)
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]]> The Know 936613 629 Martina Cole 0747267642 Ellen 0 to-read 4.22 2003 The Know
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]]> <![CDATA[The Jealousy Man and Other Stories]]> 57001544 A veritable crime lover’s delight from a true master of mystery and suspense. Experience the #1 New York Times best-selling author as never before in this dark and thrilling short story collection that takes us on a journey of twisted minds and vengeful hearts.

Jo Nesbø is known the world over as a consummate mystery/thriller writer. Famed for his deft characterization, hair-raising suspense and shocking twists, Nesbø’s dexterity with the dark corners of the human heart is on full display in these inventive and enthralling stories.

A detective with a nose for jealousy is on the trail of a man suspected of murdering his twin; a bereaved father must decide whether vengeance has a place in the new world order after a pandemic brings about the collapse of society; a garbage man fresh off a bender tries to piece together what happened the night before; a hired assassin matches wits against his greatest adversary in a dangerous game for survival; and an instantly electric connection between passengers on a flight to London may spell romance, or something more sinister.

With Nesbø’s characteristic gift for outstanding atmosphere and gut-wrenching revelations, The Jealousy Man confirms that he is at the peak of his abilities.]]> 528 Jo Nesbø 0593321006 Ellen 0 to-read 3.62 2021 The Jealousy Man and Other Stories
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]]> <![CDATA[The Long Call (Two Rivers, #1)]]> 43263552
Now, as he turns and walks away again, he receives a call from one of his team. A body has been found on the beach nearby: a man with a tattoo of an albatross on his neck, stabbed to death.

The case calls Matthew back into the community he thought he had left behind, as deadly secrets hidden at its heart are revealed, and his past and present collide.]]> 376 Ann Cleeves 1250204445 Ellen 0 to-read 3.84 2019 The Long Call (Two Rivers, #1)
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]]> The Snowman (Harry Hole, #7) 9572203 383 Jo Nesbø 0307595862 Ellen 0 to-read 4.02 2007 The Snowman (Harry Hole, #7)
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]]> The Thirst (Harry Hole, #11) 32775291 Harry Hole returns in the eleventh installment of the author's best-selling, electrifying crime fiction series—published in 48 languages, more than 30 million copies sold worldwide.

InÌý±Ê´Ç±ô¾±³¦±ðâ€�the last novel featuring Jo Nesbø's hard-bitten, maverick Oslo detective—a killer wreaking revenge on the police had Harry Hole fighting for the safety of the people closest to him. Now, inÌýThe Thirst,Ìýthe story continues as Harry is inextricably drawn back into the Oslo police force. A serial murderer has begun targeting Tinder daters—a murderer whose MO reignites Harry's hunt for a nemesis of his past.]]> 445 Jo Nesbø 0735272492 Ellen 0 to-read 4.13 2017 The Thirst (Harry Hole, #11)
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]]> <![CDATA[Dead Man's Grip (Roy Grace, #7)]]> 11214214 416 Peter James 0312642830 Ellen 0 to-read 4.11 2011 Dead Man's Grip (Roy Grace, #7)
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]]> <![CDATA[Did You Miss Me? (Romantic Suspense, #14; Baltimore, #3)]]> 15697889
The last thing Ford Elkhart remembers is walking his girlfriend back to her university dormitory. Now he's lying tied and gagged on a cold, dark floor, with only one chance to escape before he ends up like the bones surrounding him...

Assistant State's Attorney Daphne Montgomery is devastated by her son's disappearance, and is immediately convinced that his kidnapping is connected to the white supremacist she's just had jailed for murder.

FBI Special Agent Joseph Carter isn't so sure - especially when he learns that Ford's girlfriend is also missing. Is Ford's abduction payback for Daphne's courtroom victory? Or is he a pawn in an even more dangerous game?]]> 544 Karen Rose 0755373995 Ellen 0 to-read 4.22 2012 Did You Miss Me? (Romantic Suspense, #14; Baltimore, #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[Alone In the Dark (Romantic Suspense, #17; Cincinnati, #2)]]> 24899046 The New York Times bestselling author of Closer Than You Think returns with a breathtaking new novel of suspense that crosses the line between danger and desire, and justice and revenge.

Homicide Detective Scarlett Bishop has seen enough bad guys slip through the cracks and too many innocent victims go unavenged to know good doesn't always prevail. So far she’s been able to lock away her rage and her vigilante fantasies. That lock is about to break.

Former Army Ranger Marcus O'Bannion is a fierce champion of victims� rights. His secret past gives him good reason. He believes he’s seen the depths of human depravity, but then his investigation into the murder of a young girl who once asked for his help lures him and Scarlett down a dark, dark road—and straight into the crosshairs of a dangerous, powerful underground ring that deals in human trade. To stop them, Scarlett and Marcus have to be just as cunning and just as ruthless. But first they have to make it out alive.]]> 721 Karen Rose 0451466748 Ellen 0 to-read 4.16 2015 Alone In the Dark (Romantic Suspense, #17; Cincinnati, #2)
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]]> <![CDATA[The Seagull (Vera Stanhope #8)]]> 33843625
Now, Brace promises Vera information about the disappearance of Robbie Marshall, a notorious wheeler-dealer who disappeared in the mid-nineties, if she will look out for his daughter and grandchildren. He tells her that Marshall is dead, and that his body is buried close to St Mary's Island in Whitley Bay. However, when a search team investigates, officers find not one skeleton, but two.

This cold case case takes Vera back in time, and very close to home, as Brace and Marshall, along with a mysterious stranger known only as 'the Prof', were close friends of Hector, her father. Together, they were the 'Gang of Four', regulars at a glamorous nightclub called The Seagull. Hector had been one of the last people to see Marshall alive. As the past begins to collide dangerously with the present, Vera confronts her prejudices and unwanted memories to dig out the truth . . .

The Seagull is a searing new novel by Sunday Times bestselling author Ann Cleeves, about corruption deep in the heart of a community, and fragile, and fracturing, family relationships.]]> 400 Ann Cleeves 1447278348 Ellen 0 to-read 4.04 2017 The Seagull (Vera Stanhope #8)
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]]> <![CDATA[Wild Fire (Shetland Island, #8)]]> 37638204 --designer Helena and architect Daniel--move into a remote community in the north of Shetland, they think it's a fresh start for themselves and their children.

But their arrival triggers resentment, and Helena begins to receive small drawings of a gallows and a hanged man. Gossip spreads like wildfire.

A story of dysfunctional families and fractured relationships, Inspector Jimmy Perez's eighth case will intrigue series fans and Shetland Island newcomers alike.]]> 398 Ann Cleeves 1250124840 Ellen 0 to-read 4.07 2018 Wild Fire (Shetland Island, #8)
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]]> <![CDATA[Hidden Depths (Vera Stanhope, #3)]]> 1632546
But then a second body - that of beautiful young teacher Lily Marsh - is discovered laid out in a rock pool, the water strewn with flowers. Now Vera must work quickly to find this dramatist, this killer who is making art out of death.

Clues are slow to emerge from those who had known Luke and Lily, but Vera soon finds herself drawn towards the curious group of friends who discovered Lily`s body. What unites these four men and one woman? Are they really the close-knit, trustworthy unit they claim to be?

As local residents are forced to share their private lives and those of their loved ones, sinister secrets are slowly unearthed. And all the while the killer remains in their midst, waiting for an opportunity to prepare another beautiful, watery grave...]]> 320 Ann Cleeves 0330441159 Ellen 0 to-read 3.97 2007 Hidden Depths (Vera Stanhope, #3)
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]]> <![CDATA[Watch Your Back (Romantic Suspense, #15; Baltimore, #4)]]> 18210681 A cold case reopened. A murderer re-emerging more deadly than ever before�
Ìý
Baltimore Homicide Detective Stevie Mazzetti has suffered losses no woman should have to endure. And, despite it all, she’s still a fighter. When she learns that her ex-partner might have miscarried justice, she’s determined to put the past to rights, even when she becomes a target.
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It’s former Marine Clay Maynard’s job to see the risk in every situation, but he doesn’t have to look hard to find the danger surrounding Stevie. Since the minute he first saw her, Clay has wanted to protect the wounded officer, and he started loving her not long after that. So when Stevie attracts the attention of a vicious psychopath, Clay will do whatever it takes to keep her alive. That is, if he can stay ahead of a killer with everything to lose—and something terrifying to hide...]]> 565 Karen Rose 0451414101 Ellen 0 to-read 4.22 2013 Watch Your Back (Romantic Suspense, #15; Baltimore, #4)
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]]> Come Sundown 31415529 Love. Lies. Murder. A lot can happen... COME SUNDOWN

Bodine Longbow loves to rise with the dawn. As the manager of her family's resort in Western Montana, there just aren't enough hours in the day - for life, for work, for loved ones. She certainly doesn't have time for love, not even in the gorgeous shape of her childhood crush Callen Skinner, all grown up and returned to the ranch. Then again, maybe Callen can change her mind, given time...

But when a young woman's body is discovered on resort land, everything changes. Callen falls under the suspicion of a deputy sheriff with a grudge. And for Bodine's family, the murder is a shocking reminder of an old loss. Twenty-five years ago, Bodine's Aunt Alice vanished, never to be heard of again. Could this new tragedy be connected to Alice's mysterious disappearance?

As events take a dramatic and deadly turn, Bodine and Callen must race to uncover the truth - before the sun sets on their future together.

]]> 466 Nora Roberts 1250123070 Ellen 0 to-read 4.03 2017 Come Sundown
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]]> Whiskey Beach 16158519 #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts weaves together passion and obsession, humor and heart, in a novel of two people opening themselves up to the truth—and to each other.

For more than three hundred years, Bluff House has sat above Whiskey Beach, guarding its shore—and its secrets. But to Eli Landon, it’s home�

A Boston lawyer, Eli has weathered an intense year of public scrutiny and police investigations after being accused of—but never arrested for—the murder of his soon-to-be-ex wife.

He finds sanctuary at Bluff House, even though his beloved grandmother is in Boston recuperating from a nasty fall. Abra Walsh is always there, though. Whiskey Beach’s resident housekeeper, yoga instructor, jewelry maker, and massage therapist, Abra is a woman of many talents—including helping Eli take control of his life and clear his name. But as they become entangled in each other, they find themselves caught in a net that stretches back for centuries—one that has ensnared a man intent on reaping the rewards of destroying Eli Landon once and for all…]]> 484 Nora Roberts 0399159894 Ellen 0 to-read 3.95 2013 Whiskey Beach
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]]> A Summer to Remember 43348326
WANTED! A caretaker for Roundhouse Row holiday cottages.

WHERE? Nelson’s Bar is the perfect little village. Nestled away on the Norfolk coast we can offer you no signal, no Wi-Fi and � most importantly � no problems!

WHO? The ideal candidate will be looking for an escape from their cheating scumbag ex-fiancé, a diversion from their entitled cousin, and a break from their traitorous friends.

WHAT YOU’LL GET! Accommodation in a chocolate-box cottage, plus a summer filled with blue skies and beachside walks. Oh, and a reunion with the man of your dreams.

PLEASE NOTE: We take no responsibility for any of the above scumbags, passengers and/or traitors walking back into your life�

GET IN TOUCH NOW TO MAKE THIS A SUMMER TO REMEMBER!]]> 385 Sue Moorcroft Ellen 0 to-read 4.18 A Summer to Remember
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]]> Appleby Farm 23912396 Appleby Farm is a charming, funny and romantic story for anyone looking for a feel-good, light-hearted read, from the author of bestselling Ivy Lane.

Freya Moorcroft has wild red hair, mischievous green eyes, a warm smile and a heart of gold. She’s been happy working at the café round the corner from Ivy Lane allotments and her romance with her new boyfriend is going well, she thinks, but a part of her still misses the beautiful rolling hills of her Cumbrian childhood home: Appleby Farm.

Then a phone call out of the blue and a desperate plea for help change everything�

The farm is in financial trouble, and it’s taking its toll on the aunt and uncle who raised Freya. Heading home to lend a hand, Freya quickly learns that things are worse than she first thought. As she summons up all her creativity and determination to turn things around, Freya is surprised as her own dreams for the future begin to take shape.

Love makes the world go round, according to Freya. Not money. But will saving Appleby Farm and following her heart come at a price?

Praise for Cathy Bramley and Ivy Lane:

‘Delightfully warm with plenty of twists and turns� Trisha Ashley

‘A perfect blend of the two greatest pleasures in life � love and gardening!� Fern Britton


'A witty, laugh-out-loud romantic comedy' Miranda Dickinson]]> 441 Cathy Bramley 055217159X Ellen 0 to-read 4.17 2015 Appleby Farm
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]]> Coming Home to Island House 32811282
It's the summer of 1939, and after touring an unsettled Europe to promote her latest book, Romily Temple returns home to Island House and the love of her life, the charismatic Jack Devereux.

But when Jack falls ill, his estranged family are called home and given seven days to find a way to bury their resentments and come together.

With war now declared, each member of the family is reluctantly forced to accept their new stepmother and confront their own shortcomings. But can the habits of a lifetime be changed in one week? And can Romily, a woman who thrives on adventure, cope with the life that has been so unexpectedly thrust upon her?]]> 518 Erica James Ellen 0 to-read 4.34 2017 Coming Home to Island House
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]]> <![CDATA[The Cosy Cottage in Ireland (Romantic Escapes, #8)]]> 57434891 Talented lawyer Hannah Campbell is after a change in her workaholic Manchester life � so on an uncharacteristic whim, she books herself a place at the world-renowned Killorgally Cookery School in County Kerry. But on her first night In Ireland, sampling the delights of Dublin, Hannah can’t resist falling for the charms of handsome stranger Conor. It’s only when Hannah arrives at her postcard-pretty home at Killorgally for the next six weeks that she discovers what happens in Dublin doesn’t quite stay in Dublin�

Nestled amongst rolling green hills and breathtaking countryside, the cookery school throws Hannah and Conor together again–for better or worse.]]> 373 Julie Caplin 0008393109 Ellen 0 to-read 4.31 2021 The Cosy Cottage in Ireland (Romantic Escapes, #8)
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]]> A Year at Meadowbrook Manor 37819908
One divided family, one life-changing year…Harriet Singer hasn’t been home in ten years. When her beloved dad dies suddenly, she races to be there for her estranged siblings, despite the memories it brings back.

Then Harriet learns that all four Singer siblings must live together for one year, caring for their dad’s Animal Sanctuary, or forfeit their inheritance.

Living under the same roof could make or break the family, but it’s time Harriet stopped running and faced her past. Especially when her first love turns up�

A heart-warming story about love, hope and family, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Jules Wake and Heidi Swain.]]> 352 Faith Bleasdale 0008259801 Ellen 0 to-read 4.29 A Year at Meadowbrook Manor
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]]> <![CDATA[Christmas at the Log Fire Cabin]]> 35005370 Curl up by the fire this Christmas with the ebook bestseller Catherine Ferguson.

When Poppy’s boyfriend Martin proposes the week before Christmas, she doesn’t know what to do. It’s not that she doesn’t love him� it’s just that she has her doubts. But with the twelve days of Christmas to decide, time is running out.

Meanwhile, her best friend Taylor is desperate for the pair of them to fulfil their dream of setting up a dinner party catering company � and when an opportunity arises at a luxury log-fire cabin, the girls take their chance to impress. But they hadn’t bargained on the owner of the lodge being quite so attractive � and having quite such a sexy voice. As the twelve days tick on, will Poppy realise that Martin is the one for her? Or will it be love in the lodge when the new year comes?

]]> 402 Catherine Ferguson 000821574X Ellen 0 to-read 4.06 Christmas at the Log Fire Cabin
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]]> Snowed In for Christmas 60421213 A family gathering

This Christmas the Miller siblings have one goal—to avoid their well-meaning family’s endless stream of prying questions. Ross, Alice and Clemmie have secrets that they don’t intend to share, and they are relying on each other to deflect attention.

An uninvited guest

Lucy Clarke is facing a Christmas alone and the prospect of losing her job. Unless she can win a major piece of business from Ross Miller, the season promises to be anything but festive. She’ll just deliver her proposal to his family home and then leave. After all, she wouldn’t want to intrude on the Miller family’s perfect Christmas.

A Christmas to remember

When Lucy appears on the Miller family’s snow-covered Highland doorstep, she's mistaken for Ross’s girlfriend. By the time the confusion is cleared up, they're snowed in—she can’t leave, even if she wants to! But does she want to? As secrets spill out like presents from an overstuffed stocking and the chemistry between her and Ross ignites, this is going to be either Lucy's worst Christmas ever or the best mistake of her life.]]> 400 Sarah Morgan 1335630945 Ellen 0 to-read 3.94 2022 Snowed In for Christmas
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