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‘Laugh-out-loud fun with a real romantic heart’ MIRANDA DICKINSON Previously published as Love Thy Neighbour All’s fair in love and funeral parlours … What do you get when you cross a wedding party with a dead body? It sounds like the start of a bad joke, but this is about to become Marla’s reality.When Marla finds out Gabriel is about to open a funeral parlour next to her Little White Wedding Chapel, she vows to bury his new business before it ruins her happily ever after.The only flaw in her plan? She finds herself drawn to Gabriel when she should be plotting against him.Will these two enemies be the death of each other, or a match made in heaven? A gorgeous, steamy romance full of humour and heart. Perfect for fans of Pheobe MacLeod and Portia MacIntosh.

‘Funny, real, romantic and touching, all at the same time. I can't think of a more perfect summer read.’ CLAUDIA CARROLL'A sweet and charming tale of love, loss and regaining happiness, with a deliciously sexy and enigmatic hero, and an everygirl heroine I really rooted for.' JULIA WILLIAMS Previously published as My Perfect Stranger Is he Mr Wrong … or are they more in tune than she could ever imagine? Honey’s love life is a disaster. Date after terrible date, things have got so bad, she’s letting her friends set her up with pianists, hoping at least one of them knows how to use their fingers …Hal, her surly, brooding neighbour, should be completely wrong for her – he's emotionally unavailable, allergic to small talk and infuriatingly hot. But there's something about him she can't resist … and when their undeniable attraction strikes the right chord, it’s electric.As secrets surface and walls come down, Honey starts to wonder: could the man who seems so out of tune be in perfect harmony to her heart?

‘Fun and sexy – a perfect beach read’ THE SUN Previously published as One Hot Summer She wants solitude. He needs to disappear. Neither expect the sparks. Alice flees from prying eyes to the solitude of Borne Manor, after her husband's scandalous affair makes headlines. She’s heartbroken, humiliated and in desperate need of a fresh start (not to mention a tenant to help pay the bills).Enter Robinson: a smouldering six-foot-something pillar of pure, denim-clad temptation. The country music star has a bruised heart of his own and a need to go off-grid. Renting Alice’s guest house seems like the perfect escape.Neither of them is looking for love. But as summer heats up, so does the tension – steamy glances, late-night confessions and one kiss that changes everything. What begins as a simple arrangement quickly turns into a sizzling affair.Can two hearts burned by betrayal find harmony again? Or will their song fade when the summer ends?

Finding love isn’t always black and white…Previously published as My Perfect StrangerIs he Mr Wrong … or are they more in tune than she could ever imagine?Honey’s love life is a disaster. Date after terrible date, things have got so bad, she’s letting her friends set her up with pianists, hoping at least one of them knows how to use their fingers …Hal, her surly, brooding neighbour, should be completely wrong for her – he''s emotionally unavailable, allergic to small talk and infuriatingly hot. But there''s something about him she can''t resist … and when their undeniable attraction strikes the right chord, it’s electric.As secrets surface and walls come down, Honey starts to wonder: could the man who seems so out of tune be in perfect harmony to her heart?

The Enchanting One: Part of the Love…Maybe ebook short story collection.Xanthe, Alice and Sarah, three ageing ghostly beauties who haunt number seventeen Delaney Street. None of them has ever known true love, and forbid any resident to know it either. Will the new owner, Helen, fall prey to their magic, or can she break the spell once and for all?***This is a short story, which you can also buy as part of the Love…Maybe Eshort Collection***

Love Valentine’s or hate it, we have a story for everyone.**A 272 page ebook short story collection**From heart-wrenching proposals to naughty little Chihuahuas; unexpected secret pregnancies to wicked love-potions; serendipitous brief encounters that change the hands of fate to bitter ghostly beauties who haunt loveless singletons. This is the ultimate Valentine’s Day short story collection. Tear-jerking, enchanting, feel-good and fabulous… Curl up, relax and escape into Valentine’s Day.WE SINK OR SWIM TOGETHER: The Weepy OneIt’s the afternoon before the Lusitania docks. Tragedy strikes. Will love survive?SINGLE, FORTY AND FABULOUS: The Feel-Good OneKate wishes she could turn back time to her 21st, in the arms of her childhood sweetheart. Be careful what you wish for …AN UNFORGETTABLE PROPOSAL: The Guilty OneWilliam accepts Samuel’s proposal of marriage, but discovers that Sam has been hiding a secret. And it’s one that will change their lives forever…THE LOVE POTION: The Vengeful OneWhen a pharmacist discovers her boyfriend's infidelity, she cooks up a Valentine's feast he won’t forget…THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF CUPID AND THE DRAG QUEEN: The Suspicious OneSearching for a Chihuahua called Cupid, PI Jayne McCartney discovers love comes with a bite!SNOW ON VALENTINE’S DAY: The Bittersweet OneClara goes to the same landmark every year, for the same heartbreaking reason. But what if things change?A BRIEF ENCOUNTER: The Romantic OneRachel has a secret. Daniel has a diamond ring. When a storm traps the two strangers together, destiny changes.SAVING MIRANDA: The Serendipitous OneDynamic Rufus and his desire to save the planet has won Miranda’s heart, but is he really her perfect match?THE STAINED GLASS HEART: The Enchanting OneDoes the new tenant have what it takes to break the spell of the three loveless ghosts at No.17?THE VALENTINE-FREE ZONE: The Funny OneOusted by her teenage son’s Valentine’s plans, Jenny has no idea how to spend the most romantic night of the year…

‘Fun and sexy – a perfect beach read’ THE SUN Previously published as One Hot SummerShe wants solitude. He needs to disappear. Neither expect the sparks.Alice flees from prying eyes to the solitude of Borne Manor, after her husband''s scandalous affair makes headlines. She’s heartbroken, humiliated and in desperate need of a fresh start (not to mention a tenant to help pay the bills).Enter Robinson: a smouldering six-foot-something pillar of pure, denim-clad temptation. The country music star has a bruised heart of his own and a need to go off-grid. Renting Alice’s guest house seems like the perfect escape.Neither of them is looking for love. But as summer heats up, so does the tension – steamy glances, late-night confessions and one kiss that changes everything. What begins as a simple arrangement quickly turns into a sizzling affair.Can two hearts burned by betrayal find harmony again? Or will their song fade when the summer ends?

‘A fabulously sexy romp that should be in everyone’s beach bag this summer!’ BELLA OSBORNE‘Make sure you pack this gem alongside your plane tickets and sun cream. It's packed with all the ingredients necessary for a PERFECT holiday’ SAMANTHA TONGEPreviously published as The Bed and Breakfast on the Beach One Greek island. Three best friends. Endless heat – on and off the beach … When life implodes for lifelong friends Winnie, Stella, and Frankie, they do the only sensible thing: impulse buy a crumbling B&B on a sun-drenched Greek island. Villa Valentina is supposed to be their fresh start.But paradise has its own surprises – like a basement full of gin, unexpected guests and a world-famous rock band staying next door.Frankie’s not looking for romance, but the band's devastatingly sexy, tattooed frontman is hard to ignore – and even harder to resist. Winnie’s drawn to Jesse, their brooding neighbour with secrets of his own. And as for Stella? She’s ready to burn the rulebook and light up the island.A gorgeous, spicy summer romance celebrating the power of female friendship – proving you're never too old for a new beginning … or a hot vacation fling

A gorgeous summer read to escape with this summer!Previously published as The Bed and Breakfast on the BeachOne Greek island. Three best friends. Endless heat – on and off the beach … When life implodes for lifelong friends Winnie, Stella, and Frankie, they do the only sensible thing: impulse buy a crumbling B&B on a sun-drenched Greek island. Villa Valentina is supposed to be their fresh start.But paradise has its own surprises – like a basement full of gin, unexpected guests and a world-famous rock band staying next door.Frankie’s not looking for romance, but the band''s devastatingly sexy, tattooed frontman is hard to ignore – and even harder to resist. Winnie’s drawn to Jesse, their brooding neighbour with secrets of his own. And as for Stella? She’s ready to burn the rulebook and light up the island.A gorgeous, spicy summer romance celebrating the power of female friendship – proving you''re never too old for a new beginning … or a hot vacation fling

‘Fun and sexy – a perfect beach read’ THE SUN‘Brimming full of joy and sunshine’ JULES WAKEPreviously published as a Summer Scandal As the mercury rises, so does their chemistry… When Violet inherits a crumbling Victorian pier in the quirky seaside town of Swallow Beach, she sees more than peeling paint – she sees potential. Her vision? An adults-only boardwalk of boutique shops, artisan offerings and second chances.Not everyone is thrilled with Violet’s bold plans, but she finds an unexpected ally in Calvin: gorgeous, mysterious and surprisingly handy. He’s got secrets he’s not sharing – and looks at Violet like he’s got nothing to lose.As sparks fly and passions ignite, Violet must navigate small-town drama, nosy neighbours and a connection that might be more than just a summer fling.Will this seaside romance survive the heat – or burn out before the summer ends?

‘Fun and sexy – a perfect beach read’ THE SUN‘Brimming full of joy and sunshine’ JULES WAKEPreviously published as a Summer ScandalAs the mercury rises, so does their chemistry…When Violet inherits a crumbling Victorian pier in the quirky seaside town of Swallow Beach, she sees more than peeling paint – she sees potential. Her vision? An adults-only boardwalk of boutique shops, artisan offerings and second chances.Not everyone is thrilled with Violet’s bold plans, but she finds an unexpected ally in Calvin: gorgeous, mysterious and surprisingly handy. He’s got secrets he’s not sharing – and looks at Violet like he’s got nothing to lose.As sparks fly and passions ignite, Violet must navigate small-town drama, nosy neighbours and a connection that might be more than just a summer fling.Will this seaside romance survive the heat – or burn out before the summer ends?

‘I laughed out loud, cried out loud, couldn't put it down’’ Reader Review ★★★★★‘Sizzling romp…something to tug your heart strings’ Reader Review ★★★★★Previously published as Love Thy Neighbour What do you get when you cross a wedding party with a dead body? It sounds like the start of a bad joke, but this is about to become Marla’s reality. When Marla finds out Gabriel is about to open a funeral parlour next to her Little White Wedding Chapel, she vows to bury his new business before it ruins her happily ever after.The only flaw in her plan? She finds herself drawn to Gabriel when she should be plotting against him.Will these two enemies be the death of each other, or a match made in heaven? A gorgeous, steamy romance full of humour and heart. Perfect for fans of Pheobe MacLeod and Portia MacIntosh.

‘Pulled me in straight away and I couldn't put the book down!’ Reader Review ★★★★★‘I completely fell in love with the three main characters’ Reader Review ★★★★★Previously published as The Bed and Breakfast on the Beach One Greek island. Three best friends. Endless heat – on and off the beach … When life implodes for lifelong friends Winnie, Stella, and Frankie, they do the only sensible thing: impulse buy a crumbling B&B on a sun-drenched Greek island. Villa Valentina is supposed to be their fresh start.But paradise has its own surprises – like a basement full of gin, unexpected guests and a world-famous rock band staying next door.Frankie’s not looking for romance, but the band's devastatingly sexy, tattooed frontman is hard to ignore – and even harder to resist. Winnie’s drawn to Jesse, their brooding neighbour with secrets of his own. And as for Stella? She’s ready to burn the rulebook and light up the island.A gorgeous, spicy summer romance celebrating the power of female friendship – proving you're never too old for a new beginning … or a hot vacation fling

'I will read this again and again' Reader Review ★★★★★'Hot and steamy' Reader Review ★★★★★'Fell in love with everything in it' Reader Review ★★★★★Previously published as One Hot Summer She wants solitude. He needs to disappear. Neither expect the sparks. Alice flees from prying eyes to the solitude of Borne Manor, after her husband's scandalous affair makes headlines. She’s heartbroken, humiliated and in desperate need of a fresh start (not to mention a tenant to help pay the bills).Enter Robinson: a smouldering six-foot-something pillar of pure, denim-clad temptation. The country music star has a bruised heart of his own and a need to go off-grid. Renting Alice’s guest house seems like the perfect escape.Neither of them is looking for love. But as summer heats up, so does the tension – steamy glances, late-night confessions and one kiss that changes everything. What begins as a simple arrangement quickly turns into a sizzling affair.Can two hearts burned by betrayal find harmony again? Or will their song fade when the summer ends?

‘Brilliantly written…I loved the twist’ Reader Review ★★★★★‘Fun…witty… full of warmth and depth’ Reader Review ★★★★★ Previously published as My Perfect Stranger Is he Mr Wrong … or are they more in tune than she could ever imagine? Honey’s love life is a disaster. Date after terrible date, things have got so bad, she’s letting her friends set her up with pianists, hoping at least one of them knows how to use their fingers …Hal, her surly, brooding neighbour, should be completely wrong for her – he's emotionally unavailable, allergic to small talk and infuriatingly hot. But there's something about him she can't resist … and when their undeniable attraction strikes the right chord, it’s electric.As secrets surface and walls come down, Honey starts to wonder: could the man who seems so out of tune be in perfect harmony to her heart?

‘I read it one day…a perfect summer romance’ Reader Review ★★★★★‘Kept me absolutely gripped right from the start’ Reader Review ★★★★★Previously published as A Summer Scandal_________________When Violet inherits a crumbling Victorian pier in the quirky seaside town of Swallow Beach, she sees more than peeling paint – she sees potential. Her vision? An adults-only boardwalk of boutique shops, artisan offerings and second chances.Not everyone is thrilled with Violet’s bold plans, but she finds an unexpected ally in Calvin: gorgeous, mysterious and surprisingly handy. He’s got secrets he’s not sharing – and looks at Violet like he’s got nothing to lose.As sparks fly and passions ignite, Violet must navigate small-town drama, nosy neighbours and a connection that might be more than just a summer fling.Will this seaside romance survive the heat – or burn out before the summer ends?

Encontrar el amor no es siempre cuestión de blanco y negro… Lleno de humor, de intenso romanticismo y con un protagonista fascinante, este es el mejor libro para disfrutar de una divertida lectura.Yo: rubia, romántica incurable, encargada de una tienda benéficaTú: inteligente, de buen corazón, pianista y dios del sexo.Honey Jones tiene un problema: nunca ha tenido un novio que la haya satisfecho…Por suerte, sus amigas, Nell y Tash, están decididas a ayudar, y así comienza la búsqueda del hombre perfecto para Honey.Pero, cuando un desconocido se muda al piso de enfrente, el plan enseguida empieza a torcerse. Hal es reservado, maleducado y no cumple los requisitos de Honey.Salvo quizá uno…"Una comedia chispeante con un fabuloso reparto de personajes"."Me he reído, he llorado, he gritado y he suspirado hasta llegar al final"."Romanticismo, momentos ardientes, momentos cómicos, comentarios ingeniosos, momentos profundos y tristes también, una comedia romántica muy carismática y tremendamente divertida".Críticas de las lectoras de Amazon"Mujer soltera busca pianista es un libro divertido, tierno y muy refrescante. Sus personajes son una maravilla y seguro que quedáis prendados de la protagonista. Aporta un aire nuevo al género."El rincón de Leyna

Estar casada con un actor famoso no era para tanto, sobre todo si ese famoso tenía una aventura muy sonada con la protagonista femenina…Alice McBride estaba decidida a no perder Borne Manor, su adorado hogar, en la ruptura de su matrimonio. Pero, cuando la alquiló para el verano a un inquilino muy sexy, obtuvo más de lo que esperaba.Robinson Duff, estrella de la música country, había tenido también un desamor y necesitaba un lugar tranquilo donde esconderse a pasar el verano. No era el mejor momento para que Alice o Robinson se enamoraran, los dos acababan de sufrir fuertes desengaños.¿Un romance de verano les ayudaría a remendar sus corazones rotos? ¿O solo serviría para empeorarlo todo aún más cuando el largo y cálido verano llegara a su inevitable final?Una comedia chispeante con un fabuloso reparto de personajes. Me he reído, he llorado, he gritado y he suspirado hasta llegar al final. Romanticismo, momentos ardientes, momentos cómicos, comentarios ingeniosos, momentos profundos y tristes también, una comedia romántica muy carismática y tremendamente divertida.Críticas de las lectoras de Amazon

Du: snäll, pianospelande sexgud Jag: hopplöst romantisk butikschef Honeysuckle Jones behöver en man, och han ska vara omtänksam, intelligent och rolig. Men viktigast av allt: han måste vara fingerfärdig. Honeys nyinflyttade granne – den lynniga, antisociala ex-kocken Hal – uppfyller inte ett enda av hennes krav. Han är uppenbarligen inte mannen hon söker. Men kemin mellan dem är elektrisk, och när Honey upptäcker orsaken till hans humör bestämmer hon sig för att ge honom en chans. Romantiskt och hjärtevärmande för alla som någonsin letat efter den ende och hittat någon bättre.

Julistetaan alkaneeksi Operaatio Pianomies!Honey seurasi tuskastuneena, kuinka hänen ystävänsä yrittivät löytää ratkaisua ongelmaan, jota ei edes oikeasti ollut. Mitä sitten, jos hän ei ollut koskaan… no, miten sen nyt sanoisi… ollut kokenut maatajärisyttävää täyttymystä? Hän oli ihan tyytyväinen seksielämäänsä - tai tällä hetkellä pikemminkin sen puutteeseen. Hän ei halunnut treffeille - kenenkään kanssa. Ei edes vikkeläsormisen pianistin!Mutta sitten uusi, äreä naapuri herätti Honeyn kiinnostuksen. Hal oli selväsikin kokenut elämässään kovia ja erakoitunut. Heidän hapuileva ystävyytensä otti takapakkia useammankin kerran, mutta pian Honey oli varma, että huolimatta siitä, että Hal ei edes soittanut pianoa, tämä oli juuri oikea mies räjäyttämään hänen tajuntansa! Miksi Hal sitten harasi niin kovasti vastaan vaikka oli ilmiselvästi kiinnostunut?

Alice McBriden aviomies Brad on todella kuuluisa, uskomattoman upea… ja pettää Alicea vastanäyttelijänsä kanssa. Ja nyt se kaikki on revitty lehtien etusivuille.Heitettyään Bradin pihalle Alice päättää antaa rakkaan kotinsa kesäksi vuokralle. Kaikkein viimeisimmäksi hän olisi kuitenkaan osannut odottaa Borne Manoriin seksikästä cowboyta nimeltä Robinson Duff. KantrimusiikkitähtiRobinsonilla on ollut omat sydänsurunsa, ja hän on tullut BorneManoriin päästäkseen sitä kaikkea pakoon. Sen kummemmin Alice kuin Robinsonkaan ei etsi romanssia, mutta heidän välillään kytevää kipinää ei voi olla huomaamatta.Voisiko lomaromanssi parantaa särkyneet sydämet? Entä mitä tapahtuu, kun heidän pitkä, kuuma ja yhteinen kesänsä päättyy?

Julistetaan alkaneeksi Operaatio Pianomies!Honey seurasi tuskastuneena, kuinka hänen ystävänsä yrittivät löytää ratkaisua ongelmaan, jota ei edes oikeasti ollut. Mitä sitten, jos hän ei ollut koskaan... no, miten sen nyt sanoisi... ollut kokenut maatajärisyttävää täyttymystä? Hän oli ihan tyytyväinen seksielämäänsä - tai tällä hetkellä pikemminkin sen puutteeseen. Hän ei halunnut treffeille - kenenkään kanssa. Ei edes vikkeläsormisen pianistin!Mutta sitten uusi, äreä naapuri herätti Honeyn kiinnostuksen. Hal oli selväsikin kokenut elämässään kovia ja erakoitunut. Heidän hapuileva ystävyytensä otti takapakkia useammankin kerran, mutta pian Honey oli varma, että huolimatta siitä, että Hal ei edes soittanut pianoa, tämä oli juuri oikea mies räjäyttämään hänen tajuntansa! Miksi Hal sitten harasi niin kovasti vastaan vaikka oli ilmiselvästi kiinnostunut?

Alice McBriden aviomies Brad on todella kuuluisa, uskomattoman upea... ja pettää Alicea vastanäyttelijänsä kanssa. Ja nyt se kaikki on revitty lehtien etusivuille.Heitettyään Bradin pihalle Alice päättää antaa rakkaan kotinsa kesäksi vuokralle. Kaikkein viimeisimmäksi hän olisi kuitenkaan osannut odottaa Borne Manoriin seksikästä cowboyta nimeltä Robinson Duff.KantrimusiikkitähtiRobinsonilla on ollut omat sydänsurunsa, ja hän on tullut BorneManoriin päästäkseen sitä kaikkea pakoon. Sen kummemmin Alice kuin Robinsonkaan ei etsi romanssia, mutta heidän välillään kytevää kipinää ei voi olla huomaamatta.Voisiko lomaromanssi parantaa särkyneet sydämet? Entä mitä tapahtuu, kun heidän pitkä, kuuma ja yhteinen kesänsä päättyy?