a scandal at christmas catherine cookson

'Catherine Cookson soars above her rivals' Mail on Sunday'Her characters have the grit of real life' Sunday Times'Queen of raw family romances' Telegraph_____________________________At fifteen years old, Gail Blenheim is the truly the apple of her father, Harry's, eye. Sweet, mild-mannered, with the promise to grow into a true beauty, she'll always bring her father joy, which is something he'll never take for granted. But Gail knows that her father is unhappy. Stuck under his odious father-in-law's thumb and resigned to a near-loveless marriage, Gail can see that he feels trapped. But when Harry lets his loneliness get the better of him at a Christmas party, he sparks a scandal with such far-reaching repercussions that he may lose everything, including his own daughter. But Gail's devotion for her father is stronger than he realises and she refuses to give up on the man she's looked up to for her whole life. Can a daughter's love save her father from ruin?_____________________________Readers love Cookson's gripping historical sagas:'Storytelling at its best''Cookson's stories are timeless''A great choice for a summer read''Always a joy to read'Catherine Cookson, UK's top 100 bestselling authors of all time, Nielsen BookScan, July 2024

Objev podobné jako A Scandal at Christmas - Catherine Cookson

'The Queen of raw family romances' Telegraph'Catherine Cookson soars above her rivals' Mail on Sunday'Her characters have the grit of real life' Sunday TimesIn Christine Winter's youth, her family home was always full of love and laughter. Along with her brother Ronnie and their neighbours, Don and Sam Dowling, Chrissie passed a happy, untroubled childhood, even when the strains of the outside world darkened her family's doorstep. As she grew up, though, Chrissie quickly realised that she’d have to leave her carefree youth behind. As a young woman, she found that she was seemingly cursed with an indefinable charm that drew men to her, and in some cases led them to the brink of obsession. Chrissie was used to refusing men's advances, preferring to keep to herself even in the face of their passion. Until one day, Chrissie met a stranger on the river bank near her home and found her life irreversibly changed. Readers love Cookson's gripping historical sagas:'Storytelling at its best''Cookson's stories are timeless''A great choice for a summer read''Always a joy to read'Catherine Cookson, UK's top 100 bestselling authors of all time, Nielsen BookScan, July 2024

Objev podobné jako Fenwick Houses - Catherine Cookson

''Catherine Cookson soars above her rivals'' Mail on Sunday''Her characters have the grit of real life'' Sunday Times''Queen of raw family romances'' Telegraph_____________________________In a house of secrets, can good prevail?Though Sarah comes from the wrong end of the Fifteen Streets, she''s always been determined to make the best of her life. And when she attracts the attention of the young David Heatherington, with his kind eyes and gentle voice, it seems her luck is finally on the up.That is, until she meets David''s mother, the indominable Mary Heatherington. A fierce woman who runs a spotless house, Mary''s authority over the men of her family has never been challenged. So when Sarah arrives and brings with her a liveliness and laughter that has long been absent from the Heatherington household, Mary quickly takes against her.As Sarah struggles to find her place in her new family, she soon discovers that even the people she trusts the most have secrets they''re anxious to hide . . . but how far will they go to keep them?_____________________________Readers love Cookson''s gripping historical sagas:''Storytelling at its best''''Cookson''s stories are timeless''''A great choice for a summer read''''Always a joy to read''Catherine Cookson, UK''s top 100 bestselling authors ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Humour, toughness, resolution and generosity are Cookson virtues . . . In the specialised world of women''s popular fiction, Cookson has created her own territory.'' - Helen Dunmore, The TimesJust two years after the death of their mother, Hector Stewart tells his children he plans to remarry and has chosen a distant relative from Ireland to be his bride. Money is tight and the only thing the children remember about Moira Connelly is that she lives in a castle; they suspect that her apparent wealth is the reason their father is so keen to remarry. But Moira has also been far from forthcoming about her own circumstances – thinking she’s about to marry into landed gentry, she expects a lifestyle to match this title. So when she arrives in rural Fellburn she is surprised to find a rundown farm as her new home…Can a marriage based on deception survive? Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.Previously published as The Desert Crop

Objev podobné jako An Unsuitable Match - Catherine Cookson

''Catherine Cookson soars above her rivals'' Mail on Sunday''Her characters have the grit of real life'' Sunday Times''Queen of raw family romances'' TelegraphAfter making his money as a respected manufacturer of an array of shoes, Samuel Fairbrother decides to find a new home for his business and family. When a grand mansion becomes available Samuel buys it - and with it, inherits the servants.But when his butler, Maitland, makes it clear he prefers Samuel''s predecessor, a conflict between the classes begins to emerge. Maitland, believes Samuel is nothing more than an upstart and because Samuel knows his well-educated but troublesome butler is indispensable - they reach a stalemate. Until Samuel''s eldest daughter, Janet, tries to reconcile the impossible; but can she bring the uneasy truce to an end?From bestselling saga author Catherine Cookson, this forgotten classic captures the conflicts of class in the society of the late nineteenth century. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.Previously published as The Upstart.

Objev podobné jako The Cobbler's Daughter - Catherine Cookson

Yorkshire, 1880sAt nineteen years old, Bridget Dean Mordaunt inherits her father’s candle and blacking factories. Determined to restore the businesses to their former glory, by the time she turns twenty-three she is running them as confidently as any man.But despite her success, trouble is looming.When the devious Lionel Filmore enters Bridget’s family life, hoping to marry into her hard-earned wealth, she has to use all of her strength and ingenuity to keep her family together.Then, when young Lily Whitmore comes to her after her husband – an overseer in one of Bridget’s factories – has wrongly been tried for his brother’s murder, Bridget has no choice but to help. If Lily’s husband didn’t kill his brother, who did?The decisions Bridget makes will shape the lives of generations to come. Can her family overcome the darkness of the past to find new happiness?Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako The Black Candle - Catherine Cookson

Willington Place, London, 1879.In London''s bustling streets, business is booming for Mabel Arkwright''s hat shop. But as her health declines, she must entrust Emily Pearson, her capable and beloved employee, with more responsibility.After Mabel''s death, Emily is stunned not only to inherit a completely unique broad-brimmed straw hat, but also the shop. But it isn''t long before the extra work leaves Emily on the brink of exhaustion. Resolving to get some rest, she takes a trip to the south of France.There, she meets the stylish and enigmatic Paul Anderson Steerman who is instantly captivated by Emily''s beautiful straw hat and sweeps her off her feet. But when they return to England to start their life together, it soon becomes clear that Paul isn''t the man he claims to be. Can Emily free herself from his clutches or is it too late...?----------------From bestselling saga author Catherine Cookson, this forgotten classic is an epic tale of friendship, love and betrayal. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.Previously published as The Golden Straw

Objev podobné jako The Hatmaker’s Gift - Catherine Cookson

A gripping story of forbidden love, perfect for fans of Rosie Goodwin, Dilly Court and Katie Flynn--------------- Life on the Fifteen Streets is tough - a continual struggle for survival. Born into an ever-expanding family, John O''Brien grew up with nothing to call his own. Now, he works on the city''s docks while trying to keep his loved ones safe from the drunken wrath of his father and brother.But everything changes when John meets Mary Llewellyn, a beautiful young woman who belongs to a world of wealth and privilege. What starts off as casual friendship soon blossoms into a rare love, but when John is embroiled in scandal Mary''s parents forbid them from seeing each other.It seems the Fifteen Streets has succeeded in keeping them apart, but can their love conquer all? --------------- Praise for Catherine Cookson: ''Catherine Cookson soars above her rivals'' Mail on Sunday''Her characters have the grit of real life'' Sunday Times ''Queen of raw family romances'' Telelgraph

Objev podobné jako The Fifteen Streets - Catherine Cookson

Born into poverty, Katie Mulholland is forced to find work as a maid in the house of a wealthy family. But the beautiful young girl captures the eye of her employer’s evil son, who rapes her and leaves her pregnant. Out for themselves, the family forces her to marry the cruel manager of their mines. But Katie’s fate changes course when one man offers her the opportunity to make her own fortune, and to discover real love . . . Spanning Katie’s life from 1860 to the height of the Second World War, this is a timeless tale of one woman''s fight for the happy ending she deserves. Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako Katie Mulholland's Journey - Catherine Cookson

Born into grinding poverty, young Freddie Musgrave relies on his wits to survive and help feed his family. He earns a few shillings by navigating his little boat across the swift-flowing waters of the Tyne, running messages and smuggling goods between the busy seaports on either side of the river and evading the customs agents. Luck is on his side . . . until the night he witnesses something truly horrific. In a supremely brave act he saves a life – and changes his own forever. Gaining the patronage of Maggie Hewitt, a sea captain’s daughter, Freddie is able to shape a future he can be proud of. But the threats of the past won’t stay buried and the dark events of that distant night have cast a long and dangerous shadow… Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako The Smuggler’s Secret - Catherine Cookson

Rosie finds it hard to cope with her eldest sister''s over-possessive nature. Since the death of their mother Beatrice has been insufferably dominating, taking over the running of the house and ruling their father and servants with an iron hand. She glories in being the mistress at Pine Hurst and never dreams of leaving. But when their father dies unexpectedly their security is threatened, and Beatrice must lay plans to protect this most prized possession.How will the sister''s survive now their father is gone? Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako A Sister's Obsession - Catherine Cookson

When Millie''s mother abandons her one late afternoon in 1854, fate brings the seven-year-old to Aggie''s door - and life will never be the same for either of them.Known locally as ''Raggie Aggie'' for her business of trading rags and old clothes, the older woman knows the dangers waiting for such a strikingly pretty girl left alone in their rough area of Newcastle, and sees no other option but to take her in.The unlikely pair soon form an unexpectedly strong bond. But there will be obstacles in their paths - will their friendship survive? Whatever happens, their relationship will change their lives for ever...Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako The Rag Maid - Catherine Cookson

When Ellen Jebeau’s husband dies in 1926, he leaves behind a legacy of debt and empty dreams.However, Ellen is determined that her son Joseph should have everything in life that she never did, and will stop at nothing to give it to him.Ellen and Joseph soon find themselves in a convenient arrangement with Ellen’s brother-in-law, Sir Arthur, living on the family estate, an arrangement which quickly comes to work in conniving Ellen’s favour… But over the course of the next twenty years, as destinies intertwine, can Joseph Jebeau escape the clutches of his mother’s ruthless ambition, and emerge from the shadows of his heritage as the man he truly wants to be?Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako My Beloved Son - Catherine Cookson

County Durham, 1830sWhen fifteen-year-old Cissie Brodie loses her parents to cholera, she is forced out of the family cottage and left to raise her nine brothers and sisters by herself. Although desperately poor, strong-willed Cissie determines to build a new home for them all, their own little shelter to keep them from the workhouse. They have friends, but charity cannot always spare them the harsh reality of their struggle and when Cissie attracts the unwanted attentions of a local landowner, her world seems close to collapse. Can love, when it arrives, teach her not to fear the world beyond the dwelling place?Catherine Cookson was the original and bestselling saga writer, selling over 100 million copies of her novels. If you like Dilly Court, Katie Flynn or Donna Douglas, you''ll love Catherine Cookson.

Objev podobné jako The Dwelling Place - Catherine Cookson

''The Queen of raw family romances'' Telegraph''Catherine Cookson soars above her rivals'' Mail on Sunday''Her characters have the grit of real life'' Sunday TimesAt the end of the Second World War, Matthew Wallingham returns to his family home, blinded by his injuries and uncertain about his future. There he finds his father ill, his mother obviously unhappy, and his brother, who has made a success of running the farm on the family''s estate during the war years, resentful that Matthew should think he can now offer help.Forced to realise that his plans for the future are not going to work, Matthew starts to look for a new career. He finds himself becoming dependent on Liz - his nurse and, increasingly, the focus of all his thoughts and hopes. But Liz herself has a shadow hanging over her that will bring a terrifying violence into the Wallingham''s family life...Set in the aftermath of the Second World War, A House Divided encompasses the social change taking place and the pains and pleasures of the brave new world of peace.Readers love Cookson''s gripping historical sagas:''Storytelling at its best''''Cookson''s stories are timeless''''A great choice for a summer read''''Always a joy to read''

Objev podobné jako A House Divided - Catherine Cookson

Even the approach to Christmas fails to excite restless Agnes Conway, the twenty-two-year-old manager of the sweet and tobacconist shops owned by her feckless father. There are dark secrets in Arthur Conway''s past, and these come tragically to light when Agnes''s younger sister falls pregnant by one of the notorious Felton brothers. And Agnes herself has a secret, which she knows she must keep from her father: her relationship with Charles Farrier, son of a local landowner, who outrages his own wealthy, pious family by proposing marriage.However Charles is not the only man who could shape Agnes''s furture, as his brother Reginald makes no secret of his admiration for her. But she could not have foreseen how significant a part he is to play in her destiny...The Wingless Bird is an absorbing story of love and the harsh realities of Britain''s class system.

Objev podobné jako A Marriage of Scandal - Catherine Cookson

It is the early 1920s and Kate Hannigan is happily married to Dr Rodney Prince, who has willingly accepted her illegitimate daughter, Annie, as the eldest child of their household. Everything seems to be going well for the Prince family, but soon spiteful rumours about Kate''s earlier life seem to haunt both her and Annie - an insidious threat that revives memories of the poverty and narrowness of life in the Fifteen Streets district that they have so recently left behind.Annie will be faced with some of the problems that earlier beset her mother: religious prejudice and a choice between two different ways of life - the comfortable middle-class existence offered by Brian Stannard and the uncertain prospects of Terence McBane, a brilliant mathematician from the underprivileged world Annie and her mother have just escaped.In the sequel to Kate Hannigan, Cookson''s first published novel, Kate''s daughter Annie must find the strength and maturity to overcome the troubles that threaten to engulf her.

Objev podobné jako Kate Hannigan's Girl - Catherine Cookson

The Christmas story is full of some amazing journeys. Travel with Catherine Campbell through the season of Advent.

Objev podobné jako Journey With Me Through Christmas - Catherine Campbell

*The perfect gift this Christmas*Christmas is a day when history is made.Take a festive journey through time and uncover the incredible historical events, amazing scientific discoveries and unique true stories that all happened on December 25th.From William the Conqueror''s dramatic coronation in 1066 and the World War One truce in 1914, to the incredible launch of the James Webb telescope in 2021 and daring Christmas Day heists - a lot has happened on Christmas Days down the years.Plus, discover quirky traditions and Winter Solstice celebrations from the Vikings to the Mayans, learn about the foods people eat and festivities from around the world, and see December 25th like it''s never been seen before.A unique stocking filler gift for curious minds at Christmas.

Objev podobné jako The Secret History of Christmas - Catherine Saunders

Merry Christmas! The internet phenomenon #DrawWithRob is now a fantastically festive art activity book for you to draw with Rob at home… The second book based on the viral videos seen everywhere on YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, TV, and more, from the creative genius and bestselling author Rob Biddulph!Christmas is different this year, with more families at home and wondering what to do! Pick up your pencils and join thousands of children around the world and #DrawWithRob – celebrating Christmas has never been so much fun!The first DRAW WITH ROB activity book went to Number One in the charts and was named ‘Book of the Year’ at the 2020 Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Awards! Now every family can share this fantastically festive new art activity book for Christmas. Join Rob and learn to draw your favourite Christmas characters – from Polar Bears to Elves and from Father Christmas to a Snowman, this perfect present is packed with arts, crafts and festive fun.The bestselling and award-winning author/illustrator Rob Biddulph is the genius behind the phenomenal, viral sensation that is DRAW WITH ROB and the accompanying activity book, and now the sensational DRAW WITH ROB AT CHRISTMAS – bringing joy to families everywhere with ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Draw with Rob at Christmas - Rob Biddulph

Buy this gorgeous, feel-good and heartwarming romance for a slice of escapism to the Swiss Alps! Christmas magic at the turn of a page…‘Transports you right to the heart of the most magical Christmas – a snow covered chalet, a lovely community and a gorgeous tummy flip worthy man.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🎄❤️🎄❤️Life has gone a little bit downhill for Naomi Winters…Ever since her ex-husband Ollie filed for a divorce last Christmas, Naomi is a self-confessed scrooge. She hates her job, has exactly zero hobbies, and on top of that she’s all alone this holiday season.Spurred on by her best-friend Mia – who has invited her to spend Christmas at her snow-kissed Chateau in the Swiss Alps – she decides it’s time for change.But, when she arrives, she’s shocked to see Mia’s gorgeous but brooding big brother, Gabriel working as the chef. It’s been fifteen years since they last saw each other, forcing her to face memories she’d rather forget.As Naomi grapples with getting her life back on track, she throws herself into various festive activities, and she can’t seem to escape Gabriel this time…Will he manage to thaw her icy heart, or is she on a downward slope to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Chateau - Annabel French

''It''s Christmas in a book!'' Katie Fforde''Sprinkled with Christmas magic!'' Milly Johnson''A scrumptious seasonal treat!'' Heidi Swain------------------------------Residential-home caterer Connie has had one online-dating disaster too many. Hurt in the past and with her son to consider, now she''s feeling hesitant. Then one of Connie''s residents sets her up on a date at a beautiful German Christmas market - with the promise she''ll take a mini-bus full of pensioners along with her...Amongst the twinkling lights and smell of warm gingerbread in the old market square, Connie heads off on her date with a checklist of potential partner must-haves. Baker Henrich ticks all the boxes, but when Connie meets Henrich''s rival William, she starts to wonder if ticking boxes is the answer.Will Connie''s wish for love this Christmas come true, and if so - with who?-------------------------------Readers are feeling enchanted by Finding Love at the Christmas Market:''This book was a hot chocolate on a cold day, warming and satisfying.''''I could smell the gingerbread and spices, a real hug of a book.''''A beautiful book about finding what matters most at Christmas . . . such a heart-warming story.''If you loved Finding Love at the Christmas Market, pre-order Jo''s newest Christmas novel, Countdown to Christmas, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Finding Love at the Christmas Market - Jo Thomas

The woman who presented herself at the offices of the respectable firm of London solicitors was, the receptionist decided, clearly a vagrant who had been sleeping on the streets. The clothes that hung on her frail body were filthy, and she seemed unable to speak. When she asked to see the firm''s senior partner, Alexander Armstrong, she was at first shown the door - but when Mr Armstrong learned the name of his visitor, all the office staff were amazed at his reaction. For Irene Baindor was a woman with a past, and her emergence from obscurity was to signal the unravelling of a mystery that had baffled the lawyer for twenty-six years.What Irene - the silent lady of the title - had been doing, and where she had been, gradually emerged over the following weeks as Armstrong met the unlikely benefactors who had befriended her and helped her to build a useful and satisfying life in a sheltered environment. Now, at last, she was able to confront her tortured and violent past and find great happiness and contentment with the help of old friends and some newer ones.

Objev podobné jako The Silent Lady - Catherine Cookson

Hudební CD - Pianoman at Christmas je deváté studiové album britského jazzového hudebníka Jamieho Culluma vydané 20. listopadu 2020. Pianoman at Christmas je deváté studiové album britského jazzového hudebníka Jamieho Culluma vydané 20. listopadu 2020. Delux verze obsakuje druhé CD. Rok vydání : 2020 Rok reedice : 2021 Seznam stop CD 1 Winter Wonderland / I Believe In Father Christmas / Man With The Bag / Christmas Don't Let Me Down / Sleigh Ride / Amazing Grace / This Winter / Silent Night / Jingle Bells / Frosty The Snowman / Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas / God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / Let No Walls Divide CD 2 It's Christmas / Beautiful, Altogether / Hang Your Lights / The Jolly Fat Man / The Pianoman at Christmas / Turn On The Lights / So Many Santas / Christmas Never Gets Old / How Do You Fly? / Christmas Caught Me Crying / In The Bleak Midwinter

Objev podobné jako Cullum Jamie: Pianoman At Christmas (Deluxe) (2x CD) - CD (3893998)

Perfect for fans of The White Lotus, Knives Out and anyone who’s ever wanted to strangle someone over Christmas lunch.''A hugely entertaining festive murder mystery.’ Julie Lancaster, author of Don’t Forget Where You’ve Buried the BodiesAll Olivia wanted was one last miserable Christmas with her husband’s awful family before moving to Australia. She didn’t expect a murder.Now the snow has cut them off and she’s stuck in a stately country house, with her increasingly deranged relatives and the rising suspicion that someone is picking them off one by one.As the bodies pile up and the festive façade starts to crack, Olivia must survive the season, or, at the very least, get through lunch without anyone else choking on a sprout.Sharp, smart and deliciously twisted, this is Christmas with all the trimmings: cold cuts, warm lies and at least one suspicious pudding.–Readers are LOVING this one!''Murder at Christmas has rarely been this tasty. A clever whodunit replete with nasty relatives, Christmas festivities and multiple murders piling up the bodies like so many toy soldiers. A lovely twist ending unwraps like a gift you’re hoping for.’ Bonnie MacBird, author of A Sherlock Holmes Adventure series

Objev podobné jako 12 Ways to Kill Your Family at Christmas - Natasha Bache

''A warm, funny, uplifting writer to celebrate!'' KATIE FFORDEIf you love Lucy Diamond, Phillipa Ashley, Sue Moorcroft and Holly Martin, you''ll LOVE Erin Green''s novels of love, life and laughter!''A lovely, heart-warming story of three very different women trying to change their lives for the better . . . I was hooked! I hope there will be many more books in this lovely series!'' CHRISTINA COURTENAY''A delicious Shetland setting and the exquisite writing of Green, come together for a delightful tale of friendship, family and love'' JENNI KEERReaders are enchanted!''A lovely Christmas read . . . made me feel good. Excellent''''An essential for anyone''s pre-Christmas light and relaxing reading list''''I couldn''t put this book down it was that good. . . 10 stars at least''''A wonderful festive read that makes you wish you were there''''This was a beautiful escapist read''''Great characters, great storyline and a big hug in book form will be found within the pages of this amazing festive book. Loved it''''A lovely story of friendship, love, and starting over. I wish I lived in this town, could shop at their stores and be friends with these lovely characters''.....................................Friendship can be the greatest gift you''ll ever give . . ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako From Shetland, With Love at Christmas - Erin Green

‘Christmas was coming. One morning in mid-December, Hogwarts woke to find itself covered in several feet of snow.’ So begins Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, the story of Harry Potter’s magical first Christmas at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. From the wonder of the Great Hall decked with sparkling, decorated fir trees to cosy evenings by the fire in the Gryffindor common room and the joy of opening presents on Christmas morning, it’s a school holiday filled with warmth, friendship, treats and magical surprises that Harry will never forget.With text drawn directly from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and luminous artwork by Ziyi Gao, this favourite moment, showing Harry’s very first Christmas amongst friends, is now fully illustrated for the whole family to enjoy. Sure to be treasured by Harry Potter fans of all ages, it’s the perfect gift to put under the tree or read together at Christmas – the beginning of an enchanting new festive tradition.

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Hogwarts - Joanne K. Rowlingová

Who says romance is dead? ? Get ready to curl up with this cosy new Christmas second chance romance, the perfect holiday read for fans of BBC's Ghosts, Emily Henry and The Holiday!Mia’s been ghosted. Nursing the heartache of her breakup, her festive spirit is running on empty. The last thing she needs is a Christmas reminder of how unlucky in love she is… which is exactly what she gets when she discovers her ex, Sam, is spending the holidays with her family. Now she’s snowed in for a week with the man who broke her heart and no chance of escape. John’s a ghost. After 30 years in limbo without a soul to talk to, he’s bored to death. So when Mia actually sees him, he figures that helping her to find closure - and maybe a second chance with the man she still loves - could be his key to reaching the afterlife. As the snow keeps falling and old feelings begin to thaw, Mia finds herself struggling resist Sam, with his crooked smile and bookish charm. Maybe she's ready to give love another chance - but is it really her heart talking, or just her ghostly wingman???Tropes?Second ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Ghosted at Christmas - Holly Whitmore

The BRAND-NEW festive instalment of The Little Board Game Cafe series!Kate seems to have it all – wonderful friends, a successful career, and an idyllic life in the quirky Yorkshire town of Essendale. But under the surface, Kate is lonely and yearns for family – especially at Christmas. With the holidays approaching and the town desperate to attract more visitors, Kate plans an enchanting living Advent calendar to feature the local businesses. But Kate’s picture-perfect plans take an unexpected turn when her ex-boyfriend returns, determined to create the pivotal Christmas Eve display. Caught between a new spark and an old flame, Kate must pull off her festive campaign and protect her heart. Will she let go of the past and embrace the future she dreams of?***Perfect for fans of:Second chance romanceSmall-town settingsCosy reads***Praise for Jennifer Page: ''An absolute delight from the very first page to the delicious end!'' Faith Hogan''Word perfect! I loved it!'' Heidi Swain''Another cracker from Jennifer Page! This is a hug of a book.'' Caroline James''A heart-warming romance perfect for curling up with. I absolutely loved it.'' Kitty Wilson***Readers LOVE Christmas at the Board Game Cafe: ''If you are looking for a book to lose yourself in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Board Game Cafe - Jennifer Page

'The perfect festive read!' Debbie Johnson The Copper Plough is at the heart of village life for the residents of Heritage Cove, and never more so than at Christmas, when the tree glows in the alcove and the smell of mulled wine carries out onto the street. So when new owners for the beloved pub arrive and decide to shake things up, not everyone welcomes the changes with open arms. Local bakery owner Celeste is ready to keep an open mind. But she’s shocked to discover that one of the new landlords is Quinn, a former Navy sailor with whom she had a short but powerful romance years earlier. Fate may have brought Quinn and Celeste back together, but life seems determined to keep them apart. Can the villagers learn to embrace the newcomers this Christmas? And will Quinn and Celeste find a way back to each other before snow falls over Heritage Cove?Join new friends and old, as Christmas comes to Heritage Cove. A wonderful story of love, friendship and opening your mind and your heart to new possibilities that will enchant fans of Holly Martin and Heidi Swain. Praise for Helen Rolfe:'Full of festive spirit and intriguing family ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Christmas Nights at the Star and Lantern - Helen Rolfe

GRAB THE JOYOUSLY FESTIVE AND HEART-WARMINGLY ROMANTIC NEW NOVEL FROM EMILY BELL, WINNER OF THE 2023 ROMANTIC NOVELISTS PRIZE- - - -After yet another heartbreak, Natasha is flying home for Christmas to Ballyclare, the beautiful old house in the Wicklow hills that''s been a constant all her life.She''s hoping for family solace, but her mother and sister have their own troubles. Doon is dreading her upcoming wedding to the perfect man, and their mother Aileen is still grieving their father Dan, who disappeared over twenty years ago.Worse still, Aileen has terrible news for the sisters: the house is literally falling down, and will have to be sold.But when a stranger with a family connection to the house knocks on their door, their fortunes start to take a turn.With snow on the hills and magic in the air, is there a chance all three women might lose their hearts this Christmas - and keep their home?- - -PRAISE FOR EMILY BELL:‘A refreshing romance filled with holiday spirit and second chances. The descriptions of Dublin at Christmas time alone will leave you longing for your very own trip . . . ‘ - Woman & Home‘Cosy up with this fab festive read!’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Last Christmas at Ballyclare - Emily Bell

''A joy to immerse oneself in'' Andi Oliver''In the field of food history, Annie Gray leads the pack'' Jay RaynerFor many people Christmas wouldn''t be Christmas without a turkey and trimmings, pudding and brandy butter. And yet it wasn''t always that way. Gone are the gluttonous banquets featuring boar''s head and brawn - but how did we get to the Christmas food of today? Historian Annie Gray digs into the evolution of our festive meal, from the birth of the twelve-day celebration under Edward I and the the restoration of holiday splendour under Victoria to the present day. Organised by festive dish and illustrated throughout, At Christmas We Feast is a delectable trip through time - stuffed full of classic recipes, doused with history and tradition, and sprinkled with the joy of the feasts of Christmas past.

Objev podobné jako At Christmas We Feast - Gray Annie

''I adored this magical heartwarming family story with my two favourite ingredients at Christmas - movies and the Cotswolds!'' Helen RolfeOne small town. A Christmas film festival. Can this be their second shot at happily-ever-after?Every December, Sarah and James run a festive film festival in their struggling indie cinema. But this year, Hollywood comes Plumdale when a film crew shoots a movie in the village!Close to her breaking point, Sarah jumps at the exciting opportunity to work with the handsome and charming director on the script. Screenwriting had been her dream until she put it aside to help run the cinema and raise her children in the Cotswolds.Worried that he took his wife for granted, James decides to put the festival together on his own, choosing films to remind her of everything they''ve shared and how much he cares. But with the community and Sarah enthralled by the movie production, James is going to need a Christmas miracle to save both his marriage and the cinema...

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Movies - Anne Marie Ryan

A merry and bright Christmas book that shines with joy and features foil on every page! Celebrate Christmas with the shimmering foil and textured pages in The Lights at Christmas. From the cozy glow of a fireplace to bright, shining Christmas lights, the sweet rhyming text and sparkling pages shine with holiday joy! Little ones will be mesmerised by the shiny details on each page and little hands will love the embossed Christmas trees, lights, presents, cookies, and more that fill this book that’s full of the warmth and joy of the holiday season.

Objev podobné jako The Lights at Christmas - Courtney Acampora

'Baker’s zany verses, dynamically typeset to mirror the frenetic energy, take readers on a whirlwind tour of the monsters’ Christmas shenanigans and make for a great read-aloud.' – Shenwei Chang, Horn BookMerry monsters, hairy monsters, monsters trailing slime. Shiny monsters, tiny monsters, all at Christmas time! Children will love this super-fun title packed with hilarious monsters preparing for Christmas! Follow the monsters as they play in the snow and slide on the ice, decorate the house and go shopping for presents... and watch out for Santa monster hiding in every scene! There is plenty to spot on every page, with playful, bright artwork, and lots of festive, amusing mishaps. Energetic, wacky, and characterful monsters are drawn in a vibrant, contemporary style by Ukranian illustrator Nina Dzyvulska – spot Sprinkle monster baking up a storm, Teeth monster decking all the halls, and Roar monster trying out Santa’s sleigh! The simple narrative with fun wordplay and a gentle rhyme is perfect for reading aloud, ideal for preschoolers and early readers as they build up their vocabulary and reading confidence. This bold, bright, and playful book is sure to be enjoyed time and time again by young readers as they are thrilled by ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Monsters at Christmas - Baker Laura

Join Pip and Sammy as they travel the world, listening to the most famous pieces of Christmas music. Meet the composers who dreamed them up and set the tone for Christmas for hundreds of years.From the exciting Sleigh Ride, to the reflective Sankta Lucia in Sweden, to the exhaultant Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, beautiful sound clips bring the orchestra, choirs and Wassailers into vivid life at the touch of a button in this beautiful book, perfect for the run up to Christmas. This is a perfect, first gentle story book to introduce little ones to the sounds and songs of Christmas.

Objev podobné jako Listen to the Music at Christmas - Mary Richards

❄️Discover the healing power of Christmas and community in this charming, feel-good second chance romance, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan & Milly Johnson❄️***❄️Will love be on the menu this Christmas?❄️The snow-dusted village of Tilldale comes alive at Christmas. Twinkling lights and carol singers make it the perfect setting for laughter, friendship, and the unexpected joys of the festive season.But heartbroken Cath doesn’t feel like she is sparkling. Finding herself falling for Will, a widowed former firefighter with whom she shares a history, Cath had been hoping for their budding romance to bloom. But with Will still caught in the depths of his grief, could this relationship be star-crossed before it even begins …Determined to bring some happiness to herself and to the community, Cath decides to hold a village Christmas lunch, and with a little help from her supper club friends, brings everyone together.But whilst they warm the hearts of their neighbours, can Cath and Will find their way back to each other during the most magical time of the year …?❄️Readers love Caroline Roberts!❄️''A heartwarming story of hope, second chances and starting over. A sublime read!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Brilliant cosy read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''A brilliant heartwarming 5 star read I would definitely ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Christmas at The Second Chance Supper Club - Caroline Roberts

Taking you from Portobello to Portofino, Christmas at Claridge''s is a glamorous contemporary romance by the bestselling Karen Swan, author of Christmas in the Snow.Portobello – home to the world-famous street market, Notting Hill Carnival and Clem Alderton. She''s the queen of the scene, the girl everyone wants to be or be with. But beneath the morning-after makeup, Clem is keeping a secret, and when she goes too far one reckless night she endangers everything – her home, her job and even her adored brother''s love.Portofino – a place of wild beauty and old-school glamour. Clem has been here once before and vowed never to return. But when a handsome stranger asks Clem to restore a neglected villa, it seems like the answer to her problems – if she can just face up to her past. Claridge''s – at Christmas. Clem is back in London working on a special commission for London''s grandest hotel. But is this really where her heart lies?

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Claridge's - Karen Swan

Discover this selection of the best of Dickens' Christmas stories and writings in one beautiful gift edition. The ultimate Christmas present. It is said that Charles Dickens invented Christmas, and within these pages you'll certainly find all the elements of a quintessential traditional Christmas brought to vivid life: snowy rooftops, gleaming shop windows, steaming bowls of punch, plum puddings like speckled cannon balls, sage and onion stuffing, miracles, magic, charity and goodwill.This beautifully produced Vintage Classics edition gathers together not only Dickens' Christmas Books ('A Christmas Carol', 'The Chimes', 'The Battle of Life', 'The Cricket on the Hearth' and 'The Haunted Man') but also stories that Dickens wrote for the special seasonal editions of his periodicals All the Year Round and Household Words, and a festive tale from The Pickwick Papers. A must-have for Christmas, this edition should be as necessary to your festivities as holly, mistletoe and silver bells.

Objev podobné jako Dickens at Christmas - Charles Dickens

‘I romped through ‘Why Mummy Drinks at Christmas’, and I absolutely adored it’ – Jilly CooperTis’ the season to get trollied!Mummy has always loved Christmas. Sure, the kids turn into demons, the dinner gets burnt to a crisp and Aunt Louisa’s general staggering inappropriateness sends Mummy reaching for the nearest maximum-strength festive tipple, but nevertheless, for her, Christmas is always special.This year, she wants nothing more than to perfectly fig up the pudding and sit by the fire reading aloud from A Christmas Carol to a rapt, rosy-cheeked audience. But, just like all Mummy’s best-laid plans, this year’s Festive Vision is in danger of being totally derailed by her chaotic family. There’s not much chance of any action under the mistletoe, and the kids are just not playing ball.Can Mummy find her silver lining after all and bring the whole family together for one moment of harmony, so they can finally proclaim ‘Verily You Are the Queen of Christmas’? Or should she get stuck into the festive spirits and just let it all go?

Objev podobné jako Why Mummy Drinks at Christmas - Gill Sims

This beautiful book comprises 50 carefully-curated extracts from the writings of Charles Dickens, all relating to the season of Christmas. Each reading is presented for reflective reading alongside an appropriate passage from the Bible, a prayer, and a verse from a traditional Christmas carol. The collection as a whole is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Dickens, and an inspirational armchair companion for all non-Scrooges at ''this kind, forgiving, charitable, pleasant time'' of year.

Objev podobné jako With Dickens at Christmas - Stephen Poxon

‘I romped through ‘Why Mummy Drinks at Christmas’, and I absolutely adored it’ – Jilly CooperTis’ the season to get trollied!Mummy has always loved Christmas. Sure, the kids turn into demons, the dinner gets burnt to a crisp and Aunt Louisa’s general staggering inappropriateness sends Mummy reaching for the nearest maximum-strength festive tipple, but nevertheless, for her, Christmas is always special.This year, she wants nothing more than to perfectly fig up the pudding and sit by the fire reading aloud from A Christmas Carol to a rapt, rosy-cheeked audience. But, just like all Mummy’s best-laid plans, this year’s Festive Vision is in danger of being totally derailed by her chaotic family. There’s not much chance of any action under the mistletoe, and the kids are just not playing ball.Can Mummy find her silver lining after all and bring the whole family together for one moment of harmony, so they can finally proclaim ‘Verily You Are the Queen of Christmas’? Or should she get stuck into the festive spirits and just let it all go?

Objev podobné jako Why Mummy Drinks at Christmas - Gill Sims

18 festive stories of murder and mystery in the grand tradition of Christmas crime fiction, from the masters of the genre.Including the New York Times bestselling JT Ellison, USA Today bestseller Sam Carrington, Sunday Times bestseller C.L. Taylor, and many more...The award-winning Marie O’Regan and Paul Kane invite you to a festive gathering of bestselling, critically acclaimed and award-winning writers in tribute to classic crime stories. From locked room mysteries on Christmas Eve to devilish whodunits and tales of simmering rivalries unfolding at the dinner table, these eighteen seasonal tales will delight and shock at every twist and turn. So, unwrap the presents, pour a mug of mulled wine and follow the bloodstained footprints through the freshly fallen snow as winter descends and darkness lurks in the shadows.Featuring stories by:Fiona CumminsAngela ClarkeA. K. BenedictSusi HollidayJ. T. EllisonDavid BellSarah HilaryClaire McGowanTina BakerSam CarringtonLiz MistryC. L. TaylorHelen FieldsRuss ThomasTom MeadVaseem KhanSamantha HayesBelinda Bauer

Objev podobné jako Death Comes at Christmas - Fiona Cummins, Claire McGowan, David Bell, Benedict Alexandra, Sarah Hilary, C.L. Taylor, J.T. Ellison, Susi Holliday

18 festive stories of murder and mystery in the grand tradition of Christmas crime fiction, from the masters of the genre.Including the New York Times bestselling JT Ellison, USA Today bestseller Sam Carrington, Sunday Times bestseller C.L. Taylor, and many more...The award-winning Marie O’Regan and Paul Kane invite you to a festive gathering of bestselling, critically acclaimed and award-winning writers in tribute to classic crime stories. From locked room mysteries on Christmas Eve to devilish whodunits and tales of simmering rivalries unfolding at the dinner table, these eighteen seasonal tales will delight and shock at every twist and turn. So, unwrap the presents, pour a mug of mulled wine and follow the bloodstained footprints through the freshly fallen snow as winter descends and darkness lurks in the shadows.Featuring stories by:Fiona CumminsAngela ClarkeA. K. BenedictSusi HollidayJ. T. EllisonDavid BellSarah HilaryClaire McGowanTina BakerSam CarringtonLiz MistryC. L. TaylorHelen FieldsRuss ThomasTom MeadVaseem KhanSamantha HayesBelinda Bauer

Objev podobné jako Death Comes at Christmas - C. L. Taylor, Fiona Cummins, Paul Kane, Marie O'Regan

Packed full of fun, What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas is a perfect gift for the festive season from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. In a big old house, the ladybird is visiting her friend the spider for the festive season. But those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to no good again.They have a devious plan - to steal the children's Christmas presents from their stockings! It's a good thing that the clever little ladybird has overheard their awful plotting, and she has a cunning plan to make sure they don't get away with it. The fifth title in the Number One bestselling series from the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, which has been enjoyed by over four million children worldwide. Enjoy more perfect picture books from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks including The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn and other exciting adventures from the What the Ladybird Heard series.

Objev podobné jako What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas - Julia Donaldsonová

A wonderful new Christmas story of friendship, love and duty in wartime by the author of The Air Raid Girls, for fans of Elaine Everest and Rosie Hendry.November, 1941. Christmas is coming... and despite the blackout, shortages and a constant threat of air raids, the inhabitants of Kelthorpe on the Yorkshire coast are determined that war won''t stop them celebrating.The run-up to Christmas sees sisters Connie and Lizzie, and their good friend Pamela, busier than ever. Between their jobs, carol-singing rehearsals with the church choir and night shifts doing their bit as Air Raid Wardens and ambulance drivers, it''s all go.But when Connie and Lizzie''s dear dad falls ill, their sweethearts Tom and Bill are called up by the Royal Navy for dangerous mine-sweeping duties, and Pamela''s sweetheart Fred is targeted by vicious locals, the girls have to believe in miracles to keep soldiering on.Can their dearest wishes come true this Christmas?---------------------------------------------Readers love Jenny Holmes:''There wasn''t anything I didn''t like about this book'' 5 star review''I couldn''t put this book down'' 5 star review''Loved the whole story'' 5 star review''This is a totally absorbing book'' 5 star review''An excellent read put together in fine style'' 5 star review

Objev podobné jako The Air Raid Girls at Christmas - Jenny Holmes

Packed full of fun, with thick board pages and rounded corners, What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas is the perfect gift for little hands this festive season. From the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. In a big old house, the ladybird is visiting her friend the spider for the festive season.But those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to no good again. They have a devious plan – to steal the children's Christmas presents from their stockings! It's a good thing that the clever little ladybird has overheard their awful plotting, and she has a cunning plan to make sure they don't get away with it. The fifth title in the Number One bestselling series from the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, which has been enjoyed by over four million children worldwide.Enjoy more perfect picture books from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks including The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn and other exciting adventures from the What the Ladybird Heard series.

Objev podobné jako What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas - Julia Donaldsonová

Buckingham Palace, Christmas 1952When plucky young Caroline Stratton is offered a secretarial job at the Palace, she can’t believe her luck. Moving upstairs from her friends in the Royal Household’s staff is daunting, but she’s determined to make her East End family proud.Then, just days later, her brother is framed for murder and arrested. Caroline is devastated. How can she help him, when she risks losing the livelihood that keeps her family afloat if the story came out?With the Palace preparing for the first festive season of the new Queen''s reign, can Caroline find the strength to trust her friends, and prove her brother’s innocence in time for Christmas?This heart-wrenching, inspiring historical saga for fans of Downton Abbey and The Crown is the perfect novel to curl up by the fire with.

Objev podobné jako The Palace Girls at Christmas - Emma Royal

Getting the girl was easy, but can Alex and Molly keep each other when they’re both keeping secrets? Find out in this cosy festive companion novella to the tiktok sensation She Gets the Girl from bestselling authors Rachael Lippincott and Alyson Derrick. For Alex and Molly, the last three years of their love story have felt like Christmas every day, full of shared kisses, study dates, and sickeningly cute couple selfies. So what better way to celebrate winter break of their senior year than a romantic holiday getaway in a town right out of a Christmas card? But Alex and Molly have an important mission this weekend too: help their friend Cora get her crush May to fall for her. But in between ice skating, snowball fights, and matchmaking schemes, it becomes obvious that both of them have another self-imposed mission this weekend: to not reveal the huge secrets they’re each keeping from one another. Secrets about their post-college plans that just might threaten to tear them apart. Will these two be able to help Cora get the girl and keep theirs – or will this be the last Christmas of Alex and Molly’s love story?The cosiest Christmas read for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako She Gets the Girl at Christmas - Rachael Lippincott, Alyson Derricková

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, ​ Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. ​ Meanwhile a star-dusted sleigh blazed through the sky, ​ With a dragon-shaped reindeer fifty-feet high … ​ It's Christmas Eve, but Santa is nowhere to be seen. Luckily, Sir Wayne and Dragon are happy to step in. They know all Santa's moves – they're terrific with tinsel, their wrapping is rocking and just LOOK how much stuff they can fit in a stocking! But that's not all . . . They've got another trick up their sleeve that will make this Christmas go off with a show-stopping, snow-hopping, bum-popping BOOM . . . ​ ​An explosively funny retelling of Clement C. Moore's classic poem 'The Night Before Christmas' from the bestselling creator of The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom series. Also available: The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom The Knight with the Blazing Bottom The Princess with the Blazing Bottom Big Bad Dragon Club

Objev podobné jako The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom at Christmas - Beach