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He’s a fish out of water, she’s fighting the current, but together will they Sink or Swim? Arriving back in the small Lake District town of Inglemere, Aria thinks she’s reclaiming her childhood home after her dad’s untimely death. Resentful of her self-involved stepmother, and dodging her insufferable ex, Aria has no choice but to move into the falling-apart fishing hut she’s been left instead.Enter Nic, a southern property tycoon with a desperate plan to transform the untouched lake shore into a luxury haven for the rich. But when his development plans hit a snag, the only way forward is to convince the locals he’s one of them.With Aria’s financial situation worsening, a deal with this handsome devil feels like her only option…This steamy small-town story is all about how thin the line between love and hate is, and about discovering what – and who – makes a home. Readers are loving SINK OR SWIM 'I was transported to the stunning lake side location of this romance that’s full of heart and humour. A hug from the north.' LAURA CARTER'Cozy up with this delicious enemies-to-lovers story brimming with tension, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of heartfelt swoon that will have you rooting for them until the very last page.' LILY PARKER'A gorgeously crafted story that’s full of heart, and is a pleasure to sink into.' DANIELLE OWEN JONES'Funny, uplifting, and beautifully written with a true sense of place at heart, I loved it!' SUZANNE SNOW'Sink or Swim is overflowing with sparkling wit and sizzling chemistry – enemies to lovers at its best!' BONNIE WOODS

He’s a fish out of water, she’s fighting the current, but together will they Sink or Swim? Arriving back in the small Lake District town of Inglemere, Aria thinks she’s reclaiming her childhood home after her dad’s untimely death. Resentful of her self-involved stepmother, and dodging her insufferable ex, Aria has no choice but to move into the falling-apart fishing hut she’s been left instead.Enter Nic, a southern property tycoon with a desperate plan to transform the untouched lake shore into a luxury haven for the rich. But when his development plans hit a snag, the only way forward is to convince the locals he’s one of them.With Aria’s financial situation worsening, a deal with this handsome devil feels like her only option…This steamy small-town story is all about how thin the line between love and hate is, and about discovering what – and who – makes a home. Readers are loving SINK OR SWIM 'I was transported to the stunning lake side location of this romance that’s full of heart and humour. A hug from the north.' LAURA CARTER'Cozy up with this delicious enemies-to-lovers story brimming with tension, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of heartfelt swoon that will have you rooting for them until the very last page.' LILY PARKER'A gorgeously crafted story that’s full of heart, and is a pleasure to sink into.' DANIELLE OWEN JONES'Funny, uplifting, and beautifully written with a true sense of place at heart, I loved it!' SUZANNE SNOW'Sink or Swim is overflowing with sparkling wit and sizzling chemistry – enemies to lovers at its best!' BONNIE WOODS

''I loved it! I didn''t see the twist coming... Daisy was so endearing and I really felt for her, it was lovely to read her happy ending'' NetGalley review, 5 starsDaisy Blane is a self-certified Happiness Expert - but does she have all the answers when it comes to her own love life?Daisy is determined to bring happiness into the lives of others, and as a happiness guru she has the skills to brighten everyone''s day. Well, she would if her fledgling business would take off. Instead she''s stuck cleaning hotel rooms for minimum wage with her best friend, Eva.But after a chance encounter with superstar celebrity Vince Marino, Daisy''s client list starts taking shape. With her career on the up, and her lodgers settled in - including Doodle, the scruffiest dog in the world - it''s time for Daisy to tackle the final piece of the puzzle. Her love life.Local barista Joe has been flashing his gorgeous blue eyes at her for months now, but he doesn''t seem to feel the same spark. Can Daisy turn her happiness tactics on herself to put her heart on the line? Or does she risk having it broken in the process?A fun and heart-warming romance novel - perfect for fans of Meghan Quinn, Lindsey Kelk and Portia MacIntosh.

''Excellent contemporary rom com by Kirstie Pelling. Comical and warm, well done!'' Danielle Owen-Jones, author of Stone Broke HeiressWhat if thinking like your cat could solve your problems?Aly Meadows is a self-proclaimed ''catfluencer'' using her two beloved pets to earn thousands of likes on Instagram. But behind the lens, Aly is broke, facing eviction and living a life that''s a million miles away from the glamorous world of social media stardom.Rick Harvard, the CEO of talent agency Glimmer, has the power to change her life, but only if Aly agrees to dive in at the deep end. Can Aly come out of her shell and channel the confidence of her insta-famous cats? And if so, will she finally find the love and laughter she deserves?Perfect for fans of Fiona Gibson, Lindsey Kelk and Mhairi McFarlanePraise for Life''s a Catastrophe:''A fast paced romcom, an absolute easy read'' NetGalley Reviewer''A very impressive debut novel'' NetGalley Reviewer''A fun, enjoyable and entertaining read.'' NetGalley Reviewer''Plenty of laughs and some deep emotional moments too.'' NetGalley Reviewer''Whip-smart and just so funny, this story hooked me from the get go.'' NetGalley Reviewer

What if thinking like your cat could solve your problems?Aly Meadows is a self-proclaimed 'catfluencer' using her two beloved pets to earn thousands of likes on Instagram. But behind the lens, Aly is broke, facing eviction and living a life that's a million miles away from the glamorous world of social media stardom.Rick Harvard, the CEO of talent agency Glimmer, has the power to change her life, but only if Aly agrees to dive in at the deep end. Can Aly come out of her shell and channel the confidence of her insta-famous cats? And if so, will she finally find the love and laughter she deserves?Perfect for fans of Fiona Gibson, Lindsey Kelk and Mhairi McFarlane