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She boarded with her dreams neatly folded in her carry-on. She landed with her heart in beautiful chaos, forever altered by a chance encounter.Ally Brenner, a driven project manager from Vancouver, boards a flight to Amsterdam, focused solely on landing a career-changing contract. Little does she know that her carefully planned world is about to be turned upside down by Candice Blackwater, a charismatic and successful investor.Candice, intrigued by Ally's infectious laughter and beauty, orchestrates a chance encounter that sets in motion a series of events neither of them could have predicted.As Candice's charm chips away at Ally's defenses, the two navigate a turbulent journey of desire and self-discovery.

During her morning exercise, yoga instructor Cam Saunders finds herself rescuing a young woman who has walked into the sea, seemingly intent on taking her own life. When the woman in question turns out to be a famous actress, Cam promises to keep her secret safe. Six months later, America's sweetheart Ella Temperley is working hard to get her life back on track, grieving the loss of her twin sister and fighting a deep depression. Despite her fame, she feels alone in the world and keeps thinking of the woman she owes her life to. After Ella shows up in Cam's life again, the two become closer than they ever imagined possible. But what happens when friendship turns into attraction? Living is a slow-burn coming-out romance about loss, love and life.

American-born project manager Nora Bloom enjoys her life in London, but love hasn't been easy. To stop herself from thinking about her ex for a night, she signs up for a speed-dating event. Not looking for anything other than distraction, she's surprised when she meets an Israeli woman who leaves a lasting impression on her.London-based diamond dealer Yael Kehim joins her single friend on a speed-dating night. Already casually dating someone, she's only there for moral support, but after meeting Nora, her mind keeps going back to that night, and she can't help but wonder what would have happened if she'd made different choices.Cupid reports to The Almighty. Roaming the Earth, spreading love, and bringing destined souls together, they take their assignments very seriously. To blend in, they manifest in many different forms, but when morphing into Toby, a cuddly ginger cat, they find a whole new level of joy in their job, and distractions are lurking around every corner.When Nora and Yael finally meet again, strange things start to happen—things that are too bizarre to be coincidental. Is there free will in love? Or is our destiny written in the stars?

Dakota's plan was simple: drive to Las Vegas, start her dream job at a luxury spa, and leave her old life behind. But when her ancient pickup breaks down in the middle of the Nevada desert, she's stranded, helpless, and alone.Enter Frankie, a charming cowgirl with a heart of gold and a big ranch to run. What starts as a desert rescue sparks into an unexpected connection neither of them saw coming.As Dakota grapples with the superficial and demanding world of her new job, she's increasingly drawn to Frankie's simpler life of wild horses and starlit skies. But can their budding romance survive the clash of two very different worlds? With her career dreams unraveling and her heart pulling her in a new direction, she must decide what truly matters.

Senior purser Mia Donoghue is always on the go, leaving her little time for herself. She doesn't mind being busy; it provides distraction from painful memories and her daily struggle to stay sober.Captain Ava Alfarsi has just been promoted, carrying more responsibility than she's ever had before. As a single, young and attractive captain, Ava has no problem meeting women, but her control issues and fear of people finding out she's far from perfect stand in the way of connecting with others on a deeper level.When the two become aware of each other's deepest secrets, they find comfort in the knowledge that they're not alone. The attraction is undeniable as they embark on a healing journey together. Can Ava learn to let go, and can Mia somehow make peace with her past?Both searching for strength to fight their demons, they never expected to find strength in each other. But is passion enough to keep the fire burning?

After the painful divorce from her husband, Reina Amari, wealthy mother of two, has lost her sense of self. No longer wife and homemaker, she feels low, lonely and purposeless in her huge mansion in the Hamptons. Her life suddenly changes when she meets Belle, her new pool technician, who brings back feelings long forgotten. Her emotions conflicted, Belle roars into Reina's life like a storm; the calm waters now a thing of the past, and Reina has no idea how to deal with the situation.Single mom Belle Rodgers services pools during the day and works for Hamptons' Escorts a few nights a week. She loves giving her female clients the only thing their rich husbands can't provide: an unforgettable night between the sheets. Belle's number one rule is to not get emotionally invested but when her secret crush Reina books her, that proves to be a tough challenge.Between their differences in lifestyle and Belle having a less than conventional job, nothing is simple and they struggle to fight their undeniable chemistry. Can Reina come to terms with her sexuality? And can Belle find the trust to open herself up? Storms are beautiful but they can also be destructive…

Newly divorced and bought out of her company, Nathalie rents a holiday home in the South of France. After years of hard work and a failed marriage in Chicago, she's looking for some peace and quiet, a place to clear her mind and figure out her future.Lena loves women, her dog, and landscaping, but that's about as complicated as it gets. When she meets her new tenant for the summer, it proves hard to stay professional as a caretaker, especially when that tenant turns out to be everything she ever wanted and more...

In the world of morning television, Rebecca Pandey shines as the charismatic producer and host of an animal programme, but behind the facade, she battles nightmares that refuse to let her rest. Desperate for relief, she turns to a specialist known for unravelling the most perplexing subconscious puzzles.Out and proud dream therapist Emma Parker feels conflicted when her new client turns out to be her secret celebrity crush. Always professional, she keeps her distance, but their sessions become a struggle once she delves into the realm of Rebecca's dreams and learns the attraction may not be just one-sided.Uncovering layers of suppressed emotions and desires, they discover a long-buried truth that challenges Rebecca's traditional background and turns her world upside-down. Will Rebecca find the strength to defy her family's expectations and embrace the love she never knew she craved? And will Emma finally find her happily ever after?'In Dreams' weaves a narrative of courage, self-acceptance, authenticity, and the transformative power of dreams.

Control-freak CEO Evelyn Rothschild has conquered every challenge in her path at the helm of a luxury resort empire - until she meets Val Mendoza. Much younger and unapologetically idealistic, Val is a sustainable resort developer who won't bend her principles for anyone.Having lost her parents young, Val keeps her guard up and her relationships casual. But there's something magnetic about Evelyn's rigid exterior and the softer side she glimpses beneath it.As they clash over their forced collaboration on a development in Mallorca, their professional rivalry transforms into a connection that confuses them both. For two women who see the world so differently, falling in love might be their riskiest venture yet.Set against the stunning Mediterranean, The Turning Tides of Us is a slow-burn, emotional age-gap romance about identity and sexual awakening.

Hannah Hudson decides to take a break from her busy restaurant and her life in London after her girlfriend, who she thought she'd spend her life with, suddenly walks out on her. She travels to a small boutique hotel in Kirkenes, Norway, hoping to spend a peaceful and relaxing Christmas by herself.Kristine Miller loves adventure. A bank manager living in a small town in Louisiana, she'll take every opportunity she can get to explore the world. Kristine travels to Norway hoping to see the famous northern lights but when she meets Hannah, a fellow guest at her hotel, she realizes soon enough that the northern lights might not be the most fascinating thing there.Both women expected Christmas in Norway to be special but neither of them expected it to bring magic into their lives…

After years of working abroad as a chef, Zoe returns to her home town in Spain to embark on the next step in her career: executive chef in a new hotel. She's excited to put together a team and create a menu to die for before the hotel opens, but after meeting the building contractor, wounds from her past put a dampener on the challenge.Marcy keeps herself busy. Apart from her day-to-day job as a contractor, she's either working on her dream home or chasing the ladies. She's a people pleaser; always friendly and on good terms with everyone, yet the new chef at the hotel she's renovating can't stand her, and she can't figure out why.When they meet at a pool party during a women's only weekend, Marcy is shocked to discover she shares a brief history with Zoe. A history she'd long forgotten about.

Paradise Hotel is anything but paradise. Lisa Walker comes to that conclusion the moment she arrives at the all-inclusive resort in Benidorm, Spain. Recovering from a painful break-up and the loss of her job and her flat, she was hoping the low-budget escape might do her good, yet she couldn't have been more wrong.Stella Castillo, poolside manager at Paradise Hotel, is delighted to be back at work after a long lockdown. The guests are equally excited, celebrating life going back to normal. Apart from one woman, who her colleagues refer to as 'Miss Grumpy'.When Stella's colleague makes a faux pas and insults Lisa, Stella steps in to try and smooth over the situation. What starts out as a tentative friendship soon leads to more and as Stella begins to understand why Lisa is so unhappy, she unexpectedly finds herself falling head over heels with the beautiful Brit.

Hannah Hudson has had a rough start to the year. Returning home to London from her magical holiday in Norway, still on a high after meeting the wonderful Kristine, her newfound happiness is dealt a crushing blow when she discovers that her ex has been stealing from her and she is going to lose her business. A letter from an American lawyer throws her an unexpected lifeline, informing her that she's inherited a house and a restaurant in Presley, Louisiana, from her biological mother who gave her up for adoption at birth.Meanwhile back in Covington, nothing ever changes in Kristine Miller's life. She's grown tired of her job at the local bank, and she's reluctant to go back to dating, unable to get Hannah, who has gone silent on her, out of her mind. When Hannah suddenly shows up in Kristine's life again there is no denying that destiny has a plan for them, but Hannah's life is in London and Kristine's is deeply attached to the beautiful South.As Hannah searches for the story behind her Southern roots, can they overcome the challenge of distance to give themselves another shot at love? Second chances are rare, and you can't question fate when it keeps drawing you back together…

London-based casino manager Meghan has no expectations of her two-week holiday in Spain; she's just tagging along with her friend who's visiting her love interest. When they arrive at a deserted hotel due to a booking fault and her friend leaves to see her boyfriend, she's left with the bartender who stays on for the night.Bartender Florence is excited for the Pride weekend held at Paradise Hotel, but she did not anticipate working a shift the night prior to serve only one guest. Meghan, the guest in question, is anxious about staying in her room alone, and after an unexpectedly pleasant evening together, Florence offers her company to make her feel safe.Meghan is delighted with the arrangement that serves them both, but her attraction to Florence confuses her. As the only straight woman at a Pride event, she can't help but feel conflicted about all the female attention her new friend is getting, and she starts questioning everything she thought to be true about herself.

Sophie Scott is a privileged but hard working London girl who's had just about enough of her mother's obsessive attempts to set her up with an eligible bachelor. She has no interest in dating and has never been in love. When she meets her new colleague Mel on a business trip to Hong Kong, her whole world is turned upside down by the beautiful and independent woman who couldn't be more different from her. It's hard to hide in a city that never dims its lights. But love is never easy when everything you know changes...

Felicia Perez, a carefree, hopeless flirt from Miami, is working a second job as a fitting model in Bangkok while saving up to expand her own clothing line. She loves women and her freedom and never shies away from going after what she wants.Kate Simmons is a passionate interior designer who is married to her job. Her love for beauty is universal; she can't imagine tying herself down to anything that might limit her enjoyment of it, and that includes the shackles of a relationship.When they meet in a hotel bar in Bangkok, they are instantly drawn to each other, but with both being used to having the upper hand, the situation is confusing to say the least. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery in the beautiful surroundings of exotic and mystical Thailand.Is the irresistible attraction between them merely the excitement of finally meeting their match or is the universe trying to steer them in the right direction? Eastern Nights is part of the Compass Series but can also be read as a standalone.

Lily, a heartbroken editor from London, has just learned the hard way that love is unpredictable. After finding her fiancé entangled with another woman, she travels to Bali to recover from her failed relationship.River is a womanizing artist with a troubled past and serious commitment issues. She traded a successful career in L.A. for a quiet, anonymous life in Bali where she works as a tour guide on weekends.After the two meet on an excursion led by River, Lily is shocked to find herself curiously drawn to her new friend. Lily has never been involved with a woman before but she can't seem to get the charming and persuasive blonde out of her head.Is this newly awakened fire just a moment in time? Or has destiny led them exactly where they needed to be?