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The BRAND NEW laugh-out-loud, fake dating rom-com from MULTI-MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Portia MacIntosh! Perfect for fans of Christina Lauren, Abby Jimenez and Emily Henry 📚✨ Tropes & themes ✨ ✧ Sun-drenched romance ☀️ ✧ Fake dating 💗 ✧ Meet cute 😍 ✧ Second chances 💕Don’t get mad, get Ethan!Lana has had enough. Her ‘perfect’ sister is getting married. In Australia. On Lana’s 30th birthday and no one seems to have noticed. To make matters worse, she’s been given a list of rules she must follow so she doesn’t upstage the bride. Well, rules are meant to be bent right?She’s found a killer dress, now she just needs the most inappropriate wedding date she can find. But where to start? All her attempts at online dating are simply disasters, and not in the right way! Too boring/married/easily intimidated! But then her drop dead gorgeous ex Ethan suddenly reappears in her life. With the power to make her dizzy with excitement she reminds herself why they broke up. Together they literally attracted chaos until their relationship imploded. They couldn’t make it work. But could Lana make this work in her favour… just for the wedding?However, when they arrive in Australia Ethan seems to have forgotten he’s only there to help cause bedlam. Instead he’s off the charts charming, nothing like she remembers and not playing by her rules. She’s here for revenge, not a rekindled holiday romance… but Ethan has other ideas!A laugh-out-loud fake dating romantic comedy from MULTI-MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Portia MacIntosh.Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried - I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5 star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'Fun and witty. Pure escapism!' Laura Carter'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica Redland

Sometimes the only way forward is to rock the boat...Sammie's life is all about work, routine and stability. She needs to get back out there and start having fun, but then her mum turns up needing somewhere to live, and it's seriously harming Sammie's dating game. So, in a moment of desperation, Sammie takes her to an over-fifties singles night, hoping a little romance might encourage her to move out and move on.There, Chrissy meets Hank. Unfortunately, he also comes with Nico: his sarcastic, frustratingly attractive son, who Sammie clashes with instantly.Sammie assumes she'll never see either man again. Until her mum surprises her with a luxury holiday to Monaco... aboard Hank's yacht, with him and Nico. Trapped at sea with two loved-up parents and a man who gets under her skin, Sammie agrees to a ridiculous plan: she and Nico will pretend to be a couple so their over-the-top affectionate parents will back off.But somewhere between fake flirting, forced proximity, and sun-soaked days at sea, pretending starts to feel dangerously real. And when the truth finally comes out, Sammie has to decide whether she's ready to stop steering away from the things she really wants.Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'A joyful blend of wit, warmth, and swoon-worthy tension. Portia MacIntosh is a must-read voice in contemporary romantic comedy who kept me reading past my bedtime.' Camilla Isley'I laughed, I cried - I loved it.' Holly Martin

'Saying "just one more chapter" at 3am – that's when you know you're reading a 5* book' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Don't miss this fake dating rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh! What happens in Vegas… When Georgie discovers that her fiancé has been cheating on her, only a few days before they were meant to attend a wedding together, her whole world explodes. Facing a romantic trip to Vegas alone, she decides to go out and have some fun…But Georgie never expected to wake up wed. And even worse, she can’t remember who to. So when gorgeous Jack reveals himself as her husband, she can’t believe her luck – he’ll be the perfect wedding date.Even if it is their very accidental honeymoon, can the newlyweds can keep their emotions in check for just a few days more?Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica Redland

Don't miss this hilarious rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh! Mia thought she had it all figured out. After a whirlwind romance with her charming boyfriend Leo, she’s ready to take the plunge into marriage … until wedding planning turns her world upside down. With family expectations looming and doubts creeping in, she questions everything she thought she wanted.When she lands a gig ghostwriting the autobiography of pop sensation Dylan King, Mia is pulled back into the glitzy life she left behind in LA. As she navigates the chaotic world of celebrity, Mia finds herself drawn to Dylan’s magnetic charm and carefree attitude.Will Mia say ‘I do’ to a future with Leo — or run toward the wild life she thought she'd left behind?Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy BaggotReaders LOVE Never the Bride:'A perfect romantic comedy!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book was so good!! I was literally laughing out loud at times and I adored the writing style'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Once again, MacIntosh has written a novel that I truly adore'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Fresh and funny rom-com' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Previously published as How Not to Be a Bride

Don't miss this hilarious rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh! 'Another warm and witty read perfect to curl up on the sofa and immerse yourself in. I love the Macintosh style!' Reader review ★★★★★ Lily Holmes is ready for a fresh start. And there’s no better place to begin again than the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay.All Lily wants to do is focus on making her new deli a success and ensuring her son’s happiness. Not the postcard creeping out of her handbag, and definitely not finding a new man in her life!But this isn’t going to be as easy as she first thought. The town is in uproar about the city girl who’s dared to join them and she’s fighting a battle at every turn.Perhaps with a little help from the gorgeous cider farmer next door, she may be able to win them over, but her past secrets threaten to ruin everything …Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy BaggotReaders LOVE Falling For You:'I have enjoyed Portia Macintosh stories so much I've read 3 of her books in 1 week'★★★★★'Absolutely loved this book! Characters I warmed to immediately'★★★★★'As always a really funny read'★★★★★Previously published as Summer Secrets at the Apple Blossom Deli.

Selected by Daily Express in 2025 as 'one of the best Christmas books to read this December'! Don't miss this festive, small-town rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh. 'Easily my favourite Christmas book of the season so far.' Reader review ★★★★★'A warm, witty, feel good, festive romance' Reader review ★★★★★Ivy, the owner of a year-round festive store, loves Christmas. When her mother passed away, Ivy vowed to take over her mother’s store and keep the Christmas spirit alive in the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay, and she’s been running the place single-handedly ever since.The only thing missing in Ivy's life is a dash of romance – something her twin sister, Holly, will not let her forget.As Christmas approaches, an enigmatic businessman moves to town, threatening to bulldoze her beloved shop to make way for a holiday complex. Ivy must fight to save the store. But could this intriguing newcomer be hiding a softer side, one that just might grant all her holiday wishes?Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica RedlandThis book was previously published as Love and Lies at the Village Christmas Shop.

Don't miss this second chance rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!'Sharply funny, pacy and super romantic. Everything I’ve come to expect from Portia MacIntosh.' Laura Carter'I laughed non stop. Brilliantly written. I actually couldn’t put it down.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luca is used to being ‘the single one’ – which is partly why she dreaded going to the wedding of an old university friend. Surrounded by faces she hasn’t seen in 10 years, Luca can feel herself being sucked back into the immature, decade-old gossip that no one seems to have forgotten.But when Tom walks in, Luca’s heart stops. He was her ‘almost boyfriend’, and she had been completely swept off her feet by him… but he’s currently standing next to the girl he broke her heart with at a party all those years ago.As the evening draws on and the champagne continues to flow, it’s clear that Tom can’t take his eyes off her. Will Luca’s luck in love finally take a turn?Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica RedlandPreviously published as The Time of Our Lives.

‘Had me laughing out loud. I couldn’t put it down, finished it in an afternoon’★★★★★ Don't miss this hilarious small town rom-com from million-copy bestselling author Portia MacIntosh! Thirty-one-year-old matchmaker Lola James had it all – until she broke her leg at a wedding and discovered that her so-called ‘best friend’ was suddenly too busy to call, her flat had far too many steps, and her boyfriend replaced her quicker than you can say ‘crutches’.Now back at her parents’ B&B, sleeping in the living room (she can’t get upstairs) and having her hair washed by her mum (she can’t get in the shower), Lola is only too pleased to run into gorgeous Dr Will, an old friend who has definitely improved with age. Then there's Dean, a charming divorcé convinced he’s better off alone.Can Lola mend her heart and help Dean find love? Sometimes, everything needs to go wrong to go right …Readers LOVE Met Your Match!‘Such a fun read!… Brings lots of chuckles… You’ll fall in love with the characters’ ★★★★★‘Start to finish in 5 hours! Absolutely brilliant’ ★★★★★‘One of those books you can’t put down… Fun, flirty and really readable… Loved it’ ★★★★★‘This was just perfect!’★★★★★‘Gorgeous… I completely devoured this book within a day… Had me giggling to myself many times… An absolute delight’ ★★★★★‘Super cute. I loved everything about it’ ★★★★★‘A gorgeous read which is guaranteed to leave you smiling… I have devoured this book in a matter of hours… I wish I could rate this higher than five stars’ ★★★★★

Don't miss this second chance rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!'Sharply funny, pacy and super romantic. Everything I’ve come to expect from Portia MacIntosh.' Laura Carter'I laughed non stop. Brilliantly written. I actually couldn’t put it down.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luca is used to being ‘the single one’ – which is partly why she dreaded going to the wedding of an old university friend. Surrounded by faces she hasn’t seen in 10 years, Luca can feel herself being sucked back into the immature, decade-old gossip that no one seems to have forgotten.But when Tom walks in, Luca’s heart stops. He was her ‘almost boyfriend’, and she had been completely swept off her feet by him… but he’s currently standing next to the girl he broke her heart with at a party all those years ago.As the evening draws on and the champagne continues to flow, it’s clear that Tom can’t take his eyes off her. Will Luca’s luck in love finally take a turn?Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica RedlandPreviously published as The Time of Our Lives.

What happens when your past meets your present?Luca is used to being ‘the single one’ – which is partly why she dreaded going to the wedding of an old university friend. Surrounded by faces she hasn’t seen in 10 years, Luca can feel herself being sucked back into the immature, decade-old gossip that no one seems to have forgotten.But when Tom walks in, Luca’s heart stops. He was her ‘almost boyfriend’, and she had been completely swept off her feet by him… but he’s currently standing next to the girl he broke her heart with at a party all those years ago.As the evening draws on and the champagne continues to flow, it’s clear that Tom can’t take his eyes off her. Will Luca’s luck in love finally take a turn?The laugh-out-loud new novel from bestseller Portia Macintosh, perfect for fans of Sophie Ranald and Mhairi MacFarlane!

‘Delightfully romantic, light-hearted and charmingly entertaining.’ What’s Better Than Books?What happens in Vegas…When Georgie discovers that her fiancé has been cheating on her, only a few days before her cousin’s wedding, her whole world explodes. Facing a romantic trip to Vegas alone, she decides to go out and have some fun……but Georgie never expected to wake up wed! And even worse, she can’t remember who to. So when gorgeous Jack reveals himself as her husband, she can’t believe her luck – he’ll act as the perfect wedding date!Even if it is their very accidental honeymoon, surely the newlyweds can keep their emotions in check for just a few days more? Don’t miss the laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from the author of It’s Not You, It’s Them. Perfect for fans of Rosie Blake, Sophie Kinsella and Lindsey Kelk.Praise for The Accidental Honeymoon:‘Wow, this book has it all! The perfect feel-good novel that’ll have you laughing out loud.’ Annoushka Reads‘Feel-good and ever so funny!’ Rae Reads‘A fun, light-hearted story… [that] will have you laughing out loud!’ Artistic Bent‘Delightfully romantic, light-hearted and charmingly entertaining.’ What’s Better Than Books?‘A laugh-out-loud comedy that will make you swoon.’ The Blossom Twins‘A laugh-out-loud, perfect night in, type of read! [It] had me giggling for days.’ The Writing Garnet‘A perfect summer read!’ Urban Book Reviews

An irresistible, feel-good romance, perfect for fans of Rosie Blake, Sophie Kinsella and Lindsey Kelk.First comes love. Then comes family…After a lifetime of kissing frogs, Roxie Pratt has given up on finding her own fairytale romance. That is, until she meets her very own Prince Charming, Mark Wright, and he sweeps Roxie off her feet!So when Mark finally gets down on one knee and pops the question, there’s only one thing left to do: meet the family! And when everything has been picture-perfect so far, what could possibly go wrong…?What readers have been saying about Portia MacIntosh:‘Hilarious and refreshingly brilliant all the way through…this is my heart-warming humorous book of 2016!’ – The Writing Garnet‘I just couldn''t put it down!’ – Sweet Is Always In Style''A light-hearted and fun read…highly enjoyable.'' – By The Letter Book Reviews‘A funny, light-hearted read ideal for reading on the beach.’ – Sal’s World of Books‘A great, laugh-out loud, British contemporary romance novel…I guarantee it will put a smile on your face.’ – What’s Better Than Books‘Truth or Date is a quirky, hilarious read packed full of fun and drama that is guaranteed to make you smile.’ – The Chick Lit Whore

It''s all fun and games, until someone falls in love…Ruby Wood is perfectly happy playing the dating game – until she has a red-hot dream about her very attractive flatmate, Nick. He might spend every day saving lives as a junior doctor, but he’s absolutely the last man on earth that fun-loving Ruby would ever date!The solution? Focus on all of Nick’s bad points. And if that fails, up her dating antics and find herself a man. So what if she manages to make disapproving, goody two-shoes Nick jealous in the process…Only, after a series of nightmare first dates, there’s still just one man on Ruby’s mind. Maybe it’s time to admit the truth and dare to ask Nick to be her next date?Don''t miss this utterly uplifting and laugh-out-loud romcom from bestseller Portia MacIntosh, perfect for fans of Beth O’Leary and Mhairi McFarlane!Readers LOVE Truth or Date!''A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won''t be disappointed'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Had me laughing out loud. I couldn’t put it down, finished it in an afternoon.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 starsThirty-one-year-old matchmaker Lola James had it all – until she broke her leg at a wedding and discovered that her so-called ‘best friend’ was suddenly too busy to call, her flat had far too many steps, and her boyfriend replaced her quicker than you can say ‘crutches’.And so she’s back at her parents’ B&B, sleeping in the living room (she can’t get upstairs) and having her hair washed by her mum (she can’t get in the shower).Freshly single and with a lot of time on her hands, Lola is only too pleased to run into gorgeous Dr Will, an old friend who has definitely improved with age… And then there’s Dean, a divorcé who’s convinced he’s better off alone – no matter how lonely he is.Can Will help mend Lola’s broken heart as well as her leg? Can she help Dean find love? As a wise man once said, sometimes the one for you is right under your nose, all along…An uplifting, laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Holly Martin and Jo Watson.Readers LOVE Make or Break at the Lighthouse B & B!‘Such a fun read!… Brings lots of chuckles… You’ll fall in love with the characters.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘Start to finish in 5 hours! Absolutely brilliant.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘One of those books you can’t put down… Fun, flirty and really readable… Loved it.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘This was just perfect!’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘Gorgeous… I completely devoured this book within a day… Had me giggling to myself many times… An absolute delight.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘Super cute. I loved everything about it.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars‘A gorgeous read which is guaranteed to leave you smiling… I have devoured this book in a matter of hours… I wish I could rate this higher than five stars.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Don''t miss this festive, small-town rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh.''Easily my favourite Christmas book of the season so far.'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A warm, witty, feel good, festive romance'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Ivy, the owner of a year-round festive store, loves Christmas. When her mother passed away, Ivy vowed to take over her mother’s store and keep the Christmas spirit alive in the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay, and she’s been running the place single-handedly ever since.The only thing missing in Ivy''s life is a dash of romance – something her twin sister, Holly, will not let her forget.As Christmas approaches, an enigmatic businessman moves to town, threatening to bulldoze her beloved shop to make way for a holiday complex. Ivy must fight to save the store. But could this intriguing newcomer be hiding a softer side, one that just might grant all her holiday wishes?Praise for Portia MacIntosh''Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'' Shari Low''I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin''The queen of rom com!'' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.'' Mandy Baggot''A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!'' Sandy Barker''Loved the book, it''s everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'' Rachel Dove''A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'' Jessica RedlandThis book was previously published as Love and Lies at the Village Christmas Shop.

The unputdownable feel-good romance from Portia MacIntosh, perfect for fans of Rosie Blake, Sophie Kinsella and Lindsey Kelk.It was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime… In reality it was a business trip, prettied up as a romantic mini break, but the man behind the wheel was meant to be Candice Hart’s boss and (married but separated, I swear!) lover. Not Danny the new guy!Not only is Candice faced with a new driver, but the office’s far too handsome hipster expects her to share the cramped space inside his “fully” restored VW Beetle, aka The Love Bug, and put up with his constant opinions about her life…Before long she is tired of playing the ‘good girl’ and, with Danny’s help, is determined to finally show the world the real Candice Hart!Don''t miss this hilarious new novel from bestselling author of Bad Bridesmaid

Don''t miss this hilarious rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!''Another warm and witty read perfect to curl up on the sofa and immerse yourself in. I love the Macintosh style!'' Reader review ★★★★★Lily Holmes is ready for a fresh start. And there’s no better place to begin again than the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay.All Lily wants to do is focus on making her new deli a success and ensuring her son’s happiness. Not the postcard creeping out of her handbag, and definitely not finding a new man in her life!But this isn’t going to be as easy as she first thought. The town is in uproar about the city girl who’s dared to join them and she’s fighting a battle at every turn.Perhaps with a little help from the gorgeous cider farmer next door, she may be able to win them over, but her past secrets threaten to ruin everything …Praise for Portia MacIntosh''Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'' Shari Low''I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin''The queen of rom com!'' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.'' Mandy BaggotReaders LOVE Falling For You:''I have enjoyed Portia Macintosh stories so much I''ve read 3 of her books in 1 week''★★★★★''Absolutely loved this book! Characters I warmed to immediately''★★★★★''As always a really funny read''★★★★★Previously published as Summer Secrets at the Apple Blossom Deli.

Don''t miss this second chance rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!''Sharply funny, pacy and super romantic. Everything I’ve come to expect from Portia MacIntosh.'' Laura Carter''I laughed non stop. Brilliantly written. I actually couldn’t put it down.'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Will it be love at second sight? Luca is used to being ‘the single one’ – which is partly why she dreaded going to the wedding of an old university friend. Surrounded by faces she hasn’t seen in 10 years, Luca can feel herself being sucked back into the immature, decade-old gossip that no one seems to have forgotten.But when Tom walks in, Luca’s heart stops. He was her ‘almost boyfriend’, and she had been completely swept off her feet by him… but he’s currently standing next to the girl he broke her heart with at a party all those years ago.As the evening draws on and the champagne continues to flow, it’s clear that Tom can’t take his eyes off her. Will Luca’s luck in love finally take a turn?Praise for Portia MacIntosh''Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'' Shari Low''I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin''The queen of rom com!'' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.'' Mandy Baggot''A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!'' Sandy Barker''Loved the book, it''s everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'' Rachel Dove''A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'' Jessica RedlandPreviously published as The Time of Our Lives.

'Loved every page and it ended far too fast!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don't miss this laugh-out-loud romcom from bestseller Portia MacIntosh, perfect for fans of forced proximity and opposites attract romance. Ruby Wood is perfectly happy playing the dating game – until she has a red-hot dream about her very attractive flatmate, Nick. He might spend every day saving lives as a junior doctor, but he’s absolutely the last man on earth that fun-loving Ruby would ever date!The solution? Focus on all of Nick’s bad points. And if that fails, up her dating antics and find herself a man. So what if she manages to make disapproving, goody two-shoes Nick jealous in the process…Only, after a series of nightmare first dates, there’s still just one man on Ruby’s mind. Maybe it’s time to admit the truth and dare to ask Nick to be her next date? Don't miss this utterly uplifting and laugh-out-loud romcom from bestseller Portia MacIntosh, perfect for fans of Beth O’Leary and Mhairi McFarlane! Readers LOVE Truth or Date!'A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won't be disappointed' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Don't miss this second chance rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!'Sharply funny, pacy and super romantic. Everything I’ve come to expect from Portia MacIntosh.' Laura Carter'I laughed non stop. Brilliantly written. I actually couldn’t put it down.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luca is used to being ‘the single one’ – which is partly why she dreaded going to the wedding of an old university friend. Surrounded by faces she hasn’t seen in 10 years, Luca can feel herself being sucked back into the immature, decade-old gossip that no one seems to have forgotten.But when Tom walks in, Luca’s heart stops. He was her ‘almost boyfriend’, and she had been completely swept off her feet by him… but he’s currently standing next to the girl he broke her heart with at a party all those years ago.As the evening draws on and the champagne continues to flow, it’s clear that Tom can’t take his eyes off her. Will Luca’s luck in love finally take a turn?Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica RedlandPreviously published as The Time of Our Lives.

Selected by Daily Express in 2025 as 'one of the best Christmas books to read this December'! Don't miss this festive, small-town rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh. 'Easily my favourite Christmas book of the season so far.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A warm, witty, feel good, festive romance' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Ivy, the owner of a year-round festive store, loves Christmas. When her mother passed away, Ivy vowed to take over her mother’s store and keep the Christmas spirit alive in the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay, and she’s been running the place single-handedly ever since.The only thing missing in Ivy's life is a dash of romance – something her twin sister, Holly, will not let her forget.As Christmas approaches, an enigmatic businessman moves to town, threatening to bulldoze her beloved shop to make way for a holiday complex. Ivy must fight to save the store. But could this intriguing newcomer be hiding a softer side, one that just might grant all her holiday wishes?Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica RedlandThis book was previously published as Love and Lies at the Village Christmas Shop.

‘Had me laughing out loud. I couldn’t put it down, finished it in an afternoon’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don't miss this hilarious small town rom-com from million-copy bestselling author Portia MacIntosh! Thirty-one-year-old matchmaker Lola James had it all – until she broke her leg at a wedding and discovered that her so-called ‘best friend’ was suddenly too busy to call, her flat had far too many steps, and her boyfriend replaced her quicker than you can say ‘crutches’.Now back at her parents’ B&B, sleeping in the living room (she can’t get upstairs) and having her hair washed by her mum (she can’t get in the shower), Lola is only too pleased to run into gorgeous Dr Will, an old friend who has definitely improved with age. Then there's Dean, a charming divorcé convinced he’s better off alone.Can Lola mend her heart and help Dean find love? Sometimes, everything needs to go wrong to go right …Readers LOVE Met Your Match!‘Such a fun read!… Brings lots of chuckles… You’ll fall in love with the characters’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Start to finish in 5 hours! Absolutely brilliant’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘One of those books you can’t put down… Fun, flirty and really readable… Loved it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This was just perfect!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Gorgeous… I completely devoured this book within a day… Had me giggling to myself many times… An absolute delight’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Super cute. I loved everything about it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A gorgeous read which is guaranteed to leave you smiling… I have devoured this book in a matter of hours… I wish I could rate this higher than five stars’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'This has to be my favourite novel of Portia's!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Get lost in this rockstar rom-com from million-copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh. Nicole Wilde’s life is one of sell-out gigs, sleeping on tour buses, and partying with the band all night long. But she’s not in the band. She’s a music journalist, paid to do a job many would kill for.Nicole has had a crush on rockstar Luke Fox since she was a teenager. When she’s invited to tour with his band, she knows nothing can happen. She’s spent too much time with musicians to seriously consider a romantic relationship with one of them – and with her best friend Dylan King caught up in yet another scandal, she’s far too busy for love.Watching fans throw themselves at Luke, Nicole settles for friendship. But as the tour goes on, will she allow it to turn into something more? Don't miss Portia MacIntosh's linked novella Off the Record to see where Nicole started out! Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica RedlandThis book was previously published as How Not to be Starstruck.

Don't miss this hilarious rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh! 'Another warm and witty read perfect to curl up on the sofa and immerse yourself in. I love the Macintosh style!' Reader review ★★★★★ Lily Holmes is ready for a fresh start. And there’s no better place to begin again than the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay.All Lily wants to do is focus on making her new deli a success and ensuring her son’s happiness. Not the postcard creeping out of her handbag, and definitely not finding a new man in her life!But this isn’t going to be as easy as she first thought. The town is in uproar about the city girl who’s dared to join them and she’s fighting a battle at every turn.Perhaps with a little help from the gorgeous cider farmer next door, she may be able to win them over, but her past secrets threaten to ruin everything …Praise for Portia MacIntosh'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy BaggotReaders LOVE Falling For You:'I have enjoyed Portia Macintosh stories so much I've read 3 of her books in 1 week'★★★★★'Absolutely loved this book! Characters I warmed to immediately'★★★★★'As always a really funny read'★★★★★Previously published as Summer Secrets at the Apple Blossom Deli.

''One of the funniest books I''ve read in ages'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐LA romcom writer Mia Valentina has it all; money, success, a tanned and toned body, golden blonde hair and a string of sexy lovers. She’s almost forgotten her previous self: plain old Mia Harrison. Until a wedding invitation arrives requesting (demanding!) her presence as chief bridesmaid at her younger sister Belle’s upcoming nuptials.Mia’s barely been back in England before she’s accidentally injured the groom, unintentionally ‘cursed’ the wedding and been caught in a compromising position with her sister’s soon to be brother-in-law!With the wedding of the year going dangerously off the rails, Mia has no time to waste – especially with sexy fireman and best man Leo on hand to help… Will she use all of her expert romance knowledge to save the day or will she just walk away? No one ever said a bad girl had to turn good…Readers LOVE Portia MacIntosh:''A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won''t be disappointed'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!'' Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Previously published as Bad Bridesmaid.

Don't miss this hilarious rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh! Mia thought she had it all figured out. After a whirlwind romance with her charming boyfriend Leo, she's ready to take the plunge into marriage ... until wedding planning turns her world upside down. With family expectations looming and doubts creeping in, she questions everything she thought she wanted.When she lands a gig ghostwriting the autobiography of pop sensation Dylan King, Mia is pulled back into the glitzy life she left behind in LA. As she navigates the chaotic world of celebrity, Mia finds herself drawn to Dylan's magnetic charm and carefree attitude.Will Mia say 'I do' to a future with Leo - or run toward the wild life she thought she'd left behind?Praise for Portia MacIntosh:'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low'I laughed, I cried - I loved it.' Holly Martin'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin'This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy BaggotReaders LOVE Never the Bride:'A perfect romantic comedy!' ?????'This book was so good!! I was literally laughing out loud at times and I adored the writing style'?????'Once again, MacIntosh has written a novel that I truly adore'?????'Fresh and funny rom-com' ?????Previously published as How Not to Be a Bride

''This has to be my favourite novel of Portia''s!'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Get lost in this rockstar rom-com from million-copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh. Nicole Wilde’s life is one of sell-out gigs, sleeping on tour buses, and partying with the band all night long. But she’s not in the band. She’s a music journalist, paid to do a job many would kill for.Nicole has had a crush on rockstar Luke Fox since she was a teenager. When she’s invited to tour with his band, she knows nothing can happen. She’s spent too much time with musicians to seriously consider a romantic relationship with one of them – and with her best friend Dylan King caught up in yet another scandal, she’s far too busy for love.Watching fans throw themselves at Luke, Nicole settles for friendship. But as the tour goes on, will she allow it to turn into something more?Don''t miss Portia MacIntosh''s linked novella Off the Record to see where Nicole started out!Praise for Portia MacIntosh:''Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'' Shari Low''I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin''The queen of rom com!'' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.'' Mandy Baggot''A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!'' Sandy Barker''Loved the book, it''s everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'' Rachel Dove''A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'' Jessica RedlandThis book was previously published as How Not to be Starstruck.

''So much fun! Portia Macintosh doesn’t shy away from the gritty realities of the rockstar life, yet she still makes you want to be a part of it'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Couldn''t put this down'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Off the Record is the prequel novella to million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh’s Love on Tour.Being best friends with a mega-star has its perks, and music journalist Nicole Wilde takes full advantage of them.But it also has its responsibilities. When lead singer Dylan King disappears the night before a charity gig, it’s up to Nicole to track him down.Half a dozen groupies, a haunted hotel, a tattoo parlour, a reality show runner-up and a crazy bed-hopping, sleepless night later – will she find him before the tour bus leaves town? And when she does, is it time to head home? Or to jump on the tour bus and go along for the ride?Praise for Portia MacIntosh:''Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'' Shari Low''I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin''The queen of rom com!'' Rebecca Raisin‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.'' Mandy Baggot''A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!'' Sandy Barker''Loved the book, it''s everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read'' Rachel Dove''A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.'' Jessica RedlandThis book was previously published as Between a Rockstar and a Hard Place.

'One of the funniest books I've read in ages' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Rom-com writer Mia Valentina has it all — money, success and a glamorous LA lifestyle. But when a wedding invitation arrives, demanding her presence as chief bridesmaid for her sister Belle, chaos ensues.Mia’s barely been back in England before she accidentally injures the groom, unintentionally ‘curses’ the wedding, and finds herself in a compromising position with her sister’s soon-to-be brother-in-law.With the wedding of the year spiralling out of control and best man and fireman Leo by her side, will Mia use her rom-com expertise to save the day?Readers LOVE Portia MacIntosh:'A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won't be disappointed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Previously published as Bad Bridesmaid.