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‘Fabulous to read…It’s about a girls’ weekend with characters in their 60s and determined to have a good time’ Woman & Home ‘A laugh out loud, naughty, enlightening heart-warming story about friendship and discovery’ Yours Magazine A weekend at the spa will leave four old friends with a whole lot more than they’d bargained for… The glossy brochure promised a serene experience of total tranquillity and rejuvenation, but what best friends Bridgette, Emily, Serena and Marjory get is a weekend that upends their lives!There for a girls’ weekend to celebrate Bridgette’s impending seventieth birthday, the spa soon has these spicy sexagenarians realising that there are unexpected benefits to age and experience, and that over the hill certainly doesn’t mean out of the game…in any respect… The most fun you’ll have all year! Perfect for fans of USA Today bestseller Judy Leigh, Dee Macdonald and Maddie Please! Readers are loving The Spa Break:‘Finished it in one sitting and loved every page!’ Bee ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Really fun story about friendship, love, getting older, taking chances… So hard to put down!’ Kristin⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Had me smiling, had me inspired and generally had me loving every page, to the extent I read the second half of the book in one sitting…utterly fabulous’ Rachel⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A laugh from start to finish this book shows you that although you grow older in years, you don't have to grow older in attitude’ Lilac ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I laughed so often reading this, the ladies are amazing’ Georgina‘A compelling and uplifting storyline and well developed characters that were relatable and likeable’ Aria‘How marvellous to have a book about four women in their sixties going away on a girls’ weekend…a gorgeously warm, witty book and I would totally recommend it as a feelgood weekend or holiday read’ Jane

‘Girl power for the over sixties!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Three women. One widowed. One unmarried. One almost divorced. All aged 63, but not ready to give up on life! Leaving behind the heartache, guilt and disappointment of their real lives, three friends decide that now they’re in their sixties, it’s time they finally did something for themselves!Swapping Christmas turkeys and BBC reruns for crystal waters, white sandy beaches and smooth golden rum, Anne, Jane and Kath throw caution (and tradition) to the wind as they set sail on a luxury two-week Christmas cruise around the Caribbean.Will the three friends find the comfort and joy they seek aboard the Diamond Star?Praise for Caroline James:‘Fabulous to read…It’s about a girls’ weekend with characters in their 60s and determined to have a good time’ Woman & Home ‘A laugh out loud, naughty, enlightening heart-warming story about friendship and discovery’ Yours Magazine‘The escapades of these three women are funny…Their voices come alive on the page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A tale of friendship that has lasted through the decades which I found hard to put down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh my word …I couldn't put this down it was so good, following the adventures of Anne, Kath and Jane was brilliant and happy endings throughout’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This author was new to me, and I am already downloading more of her books because she writes in a way that makes me keep reading and because I feel good at the end… What more could anyone want?’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘What an enjoyable read! …a fun filled trip for sure’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The recipe for a perfect summer… Step 1: Mix together a group of mature students Step 2: Add in a handsome host Step 3: Season with a celebrity chef Step 4: Bring to the boil at a luxurious cookery school in France! Waltho Williams has no idea what he’s letting himself in for when he opens the doors to his beautiful French home, La Maison du Paradis. But with dwindling funds, a cookery school seems like the perfect business plan…Divorcée caterer Caroline needs to be able stand on her own two feet. While warm-hearted Fran hopes to help her beloved husband fulfil his lifelong dream. And for food journalist Sally it’s a PR opportunity – until a certain celebrity chef gets under her skin…But will the eclectic group be a recipe for success, or will the mismatched relationships sink like a souffle? Whip out an apron, grab a wooden spoon and take a culinary trip to La Maison du Paradis… Readers LOVE The French Cookery School:‘A hilarious, heart-warming story of love and food … will have you laughing all the way to the pantry! Caroline has done it again!’ Celebrity chef Valentina Harris ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This is like a lovely holiday with humour and heart thrown in as part of the package… A fantastic summer read’ Bestselling author Faith Hogan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Food, laughter & love are the ingredients of a great novel! I loved it and devoured the pages in one glorious sitting’ Bestselling author Nicola May ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Caroline has come up with all the right ingredients, and there is nothing half-baked about this delightful story' Claire Bassano ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A wonderful story about finding romance and friendship when you least expect it, this is the perfect summery escape’ Bestselling author Fiona Leitch ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I find it hard to imagine a better holiday read. The talented Caroline James at her very best.’ Bestselling author Eva Glyn ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘As fluffy as a french meringue. It’s a perfect novel’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Because the best adventures are still to come… Escape to the sun with the #1 bestselling author of The Cruise in a feelgood rom com full of romance, fun and mischief, which will sweep you away to the azure waters of the Mediterranean with every turn of the page… Set sail on the Diamond Star for sunshine, romance – and just a little bit of mischief…Cosy crime writer Carmen Cunningham is in trouble. Her inspiration has vanished, her deadline is looming, and her meddling elderly mother Betty consumes her every waking moment.Hoping to revive her creativity, Carmen books a dream cruise, featuring workshops with her literary idol, Ruskin Reeve. It’s the perfect plan – until Betty insists on tagging along…However, as the Diamond Star sails through sun-soaked ports and magical Mediterranean islands, Carmen finds the escape she needs as she discovers new friendships, and unexpected sparks with the grumpy, but charming, Ruskin.But mischief is afoot on board the ship, with talk of items going missing and a secret club that’s got everyone talking… Will the cruise reignite Carmen’s writing muse or plunge her into the biggest plot twist of her life? Because, as she's about to find out, anything can happen at sea… Escape this summer on a holiday like no other, where fun and frolics are the order of the day! The perfect read for fans of Sarah Morgan and Judy Leigh. Your favourite authors love The Cruise Club!'A hilarious, sun-filled love letter to fun and friendship, and the best possible holiday you can take in book form – I feel like I’ve cruised the Mediterranean from my armchair!’ Holly Martin‘This book is just what we all need – pure escapism and lots of fun in the sun. Caroline James's light touch and heart-warming characters are a tonic from the first page to the last.’ Judy Leigh'The Cruise Club showcases Caroline James’s trademark vivid, quirky characters in a glorious setting.' Sue Moorcroft‘A sun-soaked, feel-good escape packed with mystery, mischief, and heart. You’ll fall in love with Carmen, root for her muse, and wish you were aboard the Diamond Star too.’ Christie Barlow‘All aboard this feel-good, heart lifting voyage of discovery. A journey filled with unexpected friendships, mischievous twists, and undeniable chemistry…the perfect escape – five Diamond Stars!’ Nicola MayPraise for Caroline James:‘Fabulous to read…It’s about a girls’ weekend with characters in their 60s and determined to have a good time’ Woman & Home ‘A laugh out loud, naughty, enlightening heart-warming story about friendship and discovery’ Yours Magazine‘Girl power for the over sixties!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The escapades of these three women are funny…Their voices come alive on the page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A tale of friendship that has lasted through the decades which I found hard to put down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh my word …I couldn't put this down it was so good, following the adventures of Anne, Kath and Jane was brilliant and happy endings throughout’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This author was new to me, and I am already downloading more of her books because she writes in a way that makes me keep reading and because I feel good at the end… What more could anyone want?’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘What an enjoyable read! …a fun filled trip for sure’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pack your bags for the adventure of a lifetime…From the #1 bestselling author of The Cruise, embark on an unforgettable journey and sail through Norway’s winter wonderland to see the spectacular Northern Lights. 'A wonderful, emotional and heartwarming story of lost love and second chances in an out of this world setting.'LISA HOBMAN ________ Will the Arctic wonderland work its magic this winter? Joy never imagined stepping aboard a cruise ship without her husband, Tom. Now widowed, Joy wonders what her voyage on the Emerald Dream will hold – and as it glides through breathtaking Norwegian fjords, she longs to believe in happiness again. However, she carries a secret that could unravel her fragile hopes if it ever came to light…Elsewhere on deck, as the sun dips below the horizon and the polar night sets in, Henry, a lifelong bachelor, is living his dream of seeing the Northern Lights. Having long since given up on love, he now dedicates himself to his passion for photography. But when he meets Joy, is it more than the aurora borealis that catches his eye?As they embark on a snow-dusted adventure which takes them from bustling ports to reindeer-drawn sleigh rides, will Joy and Henry find the courage to embrace love again? Or will hidden truths sink the possibility of a new beginning? A heartwarming, feel-good voyage of self-discovery, romance and second chances, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Judy Leigh.

Sail down The Nile this summer on a voyage of discovery…and just a little bit of mystery! Pre-order the next unforgettable escape from the #1 bestseller – the perfect read for summer 2026! Will an adventure sailing The River Nile turn the tide for Hattie? Hattie Mulberry is exhausted. Worn out from the demands of everyone around her, she’s long overdue a break. So, she decides to take a holiday – the adventure of a lifetime, following in the footsteps of her literary hero, Agatha Christie.Before Hattie knows it, she’s embarking on a glamorous Nile cruise. Not only a voyage steeped in history and world-famous sights, but one where the passengers are almost as fascinating as the views from her luxurious cabin…As the eclectic band of travellers journey between ancient temples and legendary tombs, guided by handsome Egyptologist Sam, secrets surface, desires awaken, and tensions simmer beneath the Egyptian sun.Will the magic of moonlit nights on the Nile bring romance and renewal? Or will the infamous curse of Tutankhamun cast a shadow when least expected? A gloriously escapist read full of sun, secrets and romance, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Judy Leigh.