christmas at high rising angela thirkell

Originally published in the 1930s and 1940s and never before collected, these stories by the incomparable Angela Thirkell relate merry scenes of a trip to the pantomime, escapades on ice, a Christmas Day gone awry, and an electrifying afternoon for Laura Morland and friends at Low Rising, not to mention the chatter of the arty set at a London private view. Charming, irreverent and full of mischievous humour, they offer the utmost entertainment in any season of the year.

Objev podobné jako Christmas at High Rising - Angela Thirkell

Originally published in 1948, Jutland Cottage is a clever and quintessentially British classic in Angela Thirkell's beloved Barsetshire series. Now available as a Virago Modern Classic.

Objev podobné jako Jutland Cottage - Angela Thirkell

Jack Middleton likes to imagine himself a country squire. At weekends he retires to Laverings Estate with his wife, Catherine. He may be pompous, and they may seem ill-matched, but the couple are devoted to each other.When Jack''s widowed sister, Lilian, and her two stepchildren arrive to spend the summer in the neighbouring house, he dreads the intrusion to his idyll: Daphne, capable and ambitious, is too lively for his taste, whereas her brother Denis, a composer, he finds a crashing bore. But their wit and good sense charm the residents of Barchester, and they win over Lord Bond with an impromptu Gilbert and Sullivan evening. Even Jack begins to thaw.Before long, Daphne and Lord Bond''s son become attracted to each other, but each believes the other is attached to someone else. Can disaster be averted before she marries the wrong man? First published in 1939, Before Lunch is a sparkling comedy from Angela Thirkell''s much-loved classic series.

Objev podobné jako Before Lunch - Angela Thirkell

Pretty, impecunious Mary Preston, newly arrived as a guest of her Aunt Agnes at the magnificent wooded estate of Rushwater, falls head over heels for handsome playboy David Leslie. Meanwhile, Agnes and her mother, the eccentric matriarch Lady Emily, have hopes of a different, more suitable match for Mary. At the lavish Rushwater dance party, her future happiness hangs in the balance . . .

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As the war continues it brings its own set of trials to the the village of Northbridge. Eight officers of the Barsetshire Regiment have been billeted at the rectory, and Mrs Villars, the Rector''s wife, is finding the attentions of Lieutenant Holden (who doesn''t seem to mind that she is married to his host) quite exhausting. The middle-aged ladies and gentlemen who undertake roof-spotting from the church tower are more concerned with their own lives than with any possible parachutist raids. There is the love triangle of Mr Downing, his redoubtable hostess Miss Pemberton and the hospitable Mrs Turner at the Hollies. And, to add to Mrs Villar''s woes, egocentric, imperious Mrs Spender, the Major''s wife, is foisted on the rectory when she is bombed out of her London home. First published in 1941, Northbridge Rectory is a captivating comedy of an English village in the War years.

Objev podobné jako Northbridge Rectory - Angela Thirkell

She hasn’t been in love in ten years, but she’s about to get back in the saddle.''Swoony Christmas cowboy magic! This second chance love story crackles with chemistry and holiday cheer.''—Annabel Monaghan, bestselling author of Summer RomanceWith the holidays around the corner and her father recently imprisoned for financial fraud, disgraced journalist Emory Oakes doesn’t know where to turn. She’s only certain of one thing: she needs to get away.Fate takes the wheel, leaving her stranded in snowy Evergreen, the picturesque town where she spent her happiest Christmas as a teen – and chronicled every moment in her journal as she fell in love with handsome local, Tate Wilder, at his family’s idyllic horse ranch – until it all went wrong.Emory isn’t ready to face Tate, but kismet and Christmas magic have other ideas. As the love they’ve denied for a decade rekindles, the betrayals that kept them apart resurface and Emory''s family scandal reaches the small town. Even still, Tate Wilder and his ranch feel more like home than anywhere ever has.Will Emory and Tate’s alchemy fizzle, or will their Christmas wishes come true?Praise for Christmas at the Ranch''Scandals, betrayals, snowy horse rides, hot chocolate, and even hotter kisses—Christmas at the Ranch is a complicated love story, and the perfect holiday escape.''—Amanda Eyre Ward, New York Times bestselling author of The Jetsetters''Escapist, chemistry-fueled and with the perfect amount of Christmas magic, Christmas at the Ranch is the perfect book to whisk you away this holiday season.''—Emily Stone, author of Always in December''If you’re looking for a second chance holiday romance filled with heart, soul, and a sexy cowboy hero, look no further! You’ll want to bust this baby out every year.''—Codi Hall, author of There’s Something About Merry''Christmas at the Ranch is an emotional and romantic, snow-kissed love story about rediscovering your first love when it matters the most.''—Heidi McLaughlin, New York Times bestselling author of Forever My Girl''Tender, transporting, and impossible to put down. Christmas at the Ranch is a heartwarming holiday escape filled with snow-dusted second chances, soulful romance, and the kind of magic that only comes when you return to the place that once held your heart. Julia McKay writes with so much charm—and this book is a winter dream.''—Chantel Guertin, bestselling author of It Happened One Christmas

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Ranch - Julia McKay

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 disappointment?Escape to the Swiss Alps with this festive, feel-good novel! Full of warmth and romance, it’s perfect for fans of Lucy Coleman, Karen Swan and Katie Fforde.Readers love Christmas at the Chateau:‘So cute that I cried along with Naomi! A lovely winter read.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The star of the book was the scenery – the soft powdery snow, the crisp pine trees, the fairy lights twinkling, the smell of the hot chocolate. I loved this book! It was gorgeous, festive and romantic.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An absolutely delightful novel, wonderful characters, glorious Swiss setting and all the trimmings of a white Christmas.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This is such a lovely book, exactly the kind I need at Christmas!’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The perfect book to get lost in for a few hours and to get you feeling Christmassy! 🌲’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Perfect read for curling up on the sofa with a blanket and a decadent hot chocolate. This is definitely a winner.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A beautifully written heartwarming romance that 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, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A perfect piece of romantic, cosy Christmas escapism’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘As comforting as a roaring fire on a freezing cold day – not one to be missed.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘With a picturesque setting and the promise of a potential romance rekindling, this is a gorgeous second-chance love story.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Chateau - Annabel French

**Summer Days at Sunrise Farm, the new book in the Animal Ark revisited series, is currently available!**Christmas has arrived in the little village of Welford. The scent of hot roasted chestnuts is in the air, and a layer of frost sparkles on the ground. This year, vet Mandy Hope is looking forward to the holidays. Her animal rescue centre, Hope Meadows, is up and running - and she''s finally going on a date with Jimmy Marsh, owner of the local outward bound centre. The advent of winter sees all sorts of animals cross Mandy''s path, from goats named Rudolph to baby donkeys - and even a pair of reindeer! But when a mysterious local starts causing trouble, Mandy''s plans for the centre come under threat. She must call on Jimmy and her fellow villagers to put a stop to the stranger''s antics and ensure that Hope Meadows'' first Christmas is one to remember. One thing''s for certain: this Christmas, there''ll be animal escapades, kisses under the mistletoe...and plenty of festive cheer for all.Animal Ark Revisited is based on the globally bestselling series for children. Perfect for fans of Lily Graham, Heidi Swain and Holly Martin. ***Read what everyone''s saying about Christmas at Mistletoe Cottage''A wonderful, heart-warming story... I couldn''t turn the pages quickly enough!'' Christmas at Mistletoe Cottage is charming, entertaining and festive. It''s a story filled with unexpected twists and turns and plenty of friendship, warmth and joy.'' With Love For Books''Some lovely magical scenes. This is such a wonderfully warm and cosy read - you can curl up and lose yourself in a gorgeous story full of animals in a lovely village.'' Bookworms and Shutterbugs''An enchanting story, perfect for cold winter nights'' Books of All Kinds''Full of lovely Christmas spirit - will leave you smiling from ear to ear!'' Netgalley, 5 stars''I was enchanted... a wonderful story; one that I completely loved'' Rachel''s Random Reads''This is a really lovely book and will make you feel the Christmas spirit!'' Netgalley, 5 stars''A gorgeous book to curl up with'' Shaz''s Book Blog''I LOVED this book! I couldn''t give it anything less than a 5-star review'' Netgalley, 5 stars

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Mistletoe Cottage - Lucy Danielsová

''Tis the season for finding love… and the perfect bookWith just two weeks until Christmas, everything in Clove Lore should be perfect. But the latest holidaymaker to the Borrow a Bookshop is feeling far from festive…Icelandic ex-bookseller Magnús Sturluson might be surrounded by love stories in the Bookshop, but he’s nursing a sadness that not even fiction can fix.When Alexandra Robinson finds herself stranded in Clove Lore, she finds a safe place to hide from heartbreak. After all, all that’s waiting for her at home is a cheater boyfriend and the memories of her parents. As Alex finds herself embraced by the quirky village community, she finds her tough exterior thawing – and as she grows closer to Magnús, she finds an equally soft heart under his gruff shell.It seems that Clove Lore is working its magic once again – until a great flood on Christmas Eve brings devastation in its wake. It’s up to Magnús and Alex to batten down the hatches and help bring the village back together again, while also introducing the locals to the Icelandic tradition of the jólabókaflóð – Yule book flood – where families and friends gather on Christmas Eve to exchange books and read together.But can Magnús and Alex truly rescue the ruins of the village, and salvage their Christmas spirit? Or is there another complication lurking even closer than they thought?A totally uplifting read that will lighten the winter gloom, for fans of Jenny Colgan and Trisha Ashley. Booklovers will adore this seasonal treat!Readers are loving Christmas at the Borrow a Bookshop…‘The best holiday for every bookworm…Warm, cosy and full of Christmas atmosphere.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review‘This was such a sweet and uplifting story. A story about instant connection, friendship, strength, hope, and love.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review‘The perfect holiday read to curl up next to a fire with a cup of cocoa!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review''Absolutely adored this...Likeable characters and a wonderful storyline that I enjoyed! Add this book to your Christmas reads!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review''A perfect cozy read when the weather is cold and you just want to snuggle up with a sweet book! Loved it!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review‘I read it in one sitting; couldn''t seem to put it down!...An absolute joy.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review‘Bookshops + Romance + Christmas...What more could you want out of a romance novel?! VERY sweet and VERY good.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review‘A fabulous Christmas read, full of romance, friendships, community and family...Joyful Christmas escapism. Recommended’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Reader Review

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Borrow a Bookshop - Kiley Dunbar

‘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

Fate may have brought them together, but secrets seem destined to keep them apart...An accident and a lost passport mean Gemma''s six-month sabbatical to go travelling is not off to a strong start. She heads to Polkerran Point to stay at her aunt’s while her new passport is processed and to find temporary work in the meantime.Enter musician Matt. Newly moved into a secluded, renovated mill – complete with a recording studio – Matt is preparing for his band’s big reunion tour. Focused on writing new music for the album, he needs a live-in housekeeper.Even as sparks fly, Gemma can sense Matt''s keeping secrets and with her role ending once Christmas is over, will there be anything to keep her in Polkerran?A cosy, festive Cornish romance for fans of Phillipa Ashley and Cressida McLaughlin.What readers are saying about Christmas at Polkerran Point ‘A well-written Christmas story that left me wishing it was Christmas now!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘I loved this cozy romance and finished it in one sitting!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Some lovely characters and Gemma was great – her love of Christmas was fantastic. Read it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Polkerran Point - Cass Grafton

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 that will leave you feeling like you’ve had a warm hug, this is for you.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''5 stars are not enough - congratulations Jen and thank you for this beautiful book.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''I say this after every book I read by Jennifer, this one''s my favourite. But this time I really think this is it.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''I couldn''t read this fast enough, and I was astounded at the author''s creativity and imagination at bringing 24 different but all equally brilliant windows to life.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''I thoroughly enjoyed this book and all I needed was a roaring fire, some hot chocolate (with or without marshmallows) and mince pies.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

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

A festive treat from a treasured comic writer. It''s Christmas-time at Cold Comfort Farm and it''s the worst sort of family gathering...WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY ALEXANDER MCCALL SMITHThe title story tells of a typical Christmas at the farm before the coming of Flora Poste. It is a parody of the worst sort of family Christmas: Adam Lambsbreath dresses up as Father Christmas in two of Judith''s red shawls. There are unsuitable presents, unpleasant insertions into the pudding and Aunt Ada Doom orders Amos to carve the turkey, adding: ''Ay, would it were a vulture, ''twere more fitting!''''Stella Gibbons is the Jane Austen of the 20th century'' Lynne Truss, author of the Constable Twitten series.

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Cold Comfort Farm - Stella Gibbons

The snowy Great Hall festooned with Christmas trees, the shimmering Yule Ball, Mrs Weasley's festive jumpers - Christmas at Hogwarts is filled with magic and wonder. This equally magical scrapbook takes readers on an interactive tour of the Christmas season in the Wizarding World, as seen in the Harry Potter films. With detailed profiles on everything from Harry's Firebolt broomstick - a festive gift from his godfather, Sirius Black - to Hogsmeade, this book includes concept illustrations, behind-the-scenes photographs, and fascinating reflections from actors and film-makers. Fans can revisit key moments from the films, including Harry Potter's first Christmas at Hogwarts when he receives the Invisibility Cloak, as well as his holiday spent at number twelve, Grimmauld Place in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Destined to be a must-have collectable for fans of Harry Potter, this book also comes packed with interactive inserts.

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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!’ - Sun‘The perfect festive treat! I really enjoyed Emily Bell''s believable, sympathetic characters and her sensitive and wise writing about friendship and bereavement which deliver richness and depth to a charming love story’ - Kate Eberlen, author of Richard and Judy Pick Miss You‘Tremendous fun, with a big heart and gorgeous locations to get lost in - it''s the perfect uplifting Christmas read, unashamedly romantic and beautifully written. Emily is this year''s Queen of Christmas!’ - Veronica HenryTop ten Irish Times bestseller, December 2023

Objev podobné jako Last Christmas at Ballyclare - Emily Bell

Don''t miss the delightfully festive read from Sunday Times bestselling author Veronica Henry!''Full of hope and magic!'' CATHY BRAMLEY''The perfect cosy read'' SARAH MORGAN All she wants for Christmas...It''s meant to be the most wonderful time of the year - but Lizzy Kingham is fed up. It''s just days until Christmas and, as usual, the family''s present-buying, tree decorating and festive food shopping have all been left to her!So, Lizzy decides to pack up and head to her favourite place: the beach hut on the golden sands of Everdene. She''s surprised to meet an unlikely collection of new friends, all running away from something. But with the fairy lights twinkling overhead and the scent of mulled wine in the air, Lizzy soon finds herself being swept up in the magic of Christmas - even by the seaside.Back at Pepperpot Cottage, her family are desperate to find her. Because Christmas isn''t Christmas without Lizzy. Can they track her down in time and convince her she means the world to them, every day of the year?Your favourite authors love Veronica Henry!''A blissful escape'' SARAH MORGAN''The most uplifting getaway'' LUCY DIAMOND''Veronica Henry writes like a dream'' JILL MANSELL''Irresistibly romantic. I adored it'' PHILLIPA ASHLEY''A delicious, dreamy, joy of a book'' LIBBY PAGE''The perfect weekend read'' FANNY BLAKE

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❄️🎄Can they patch up their broken hearts this Christmas? 🎄❄️ Christmas in the picturesque village of Willowbrook should be dreamy - twinkling fairylights, snow in the air, and a busy time for Amélie in the repair workshop she owns, restoring furniture and mending treasured objects for locals to give as Christmas gifts. But in the tiny community, Amélie keeps bumping into her ex, Jack - and it''s killing her festive feeling. Jack and Amélie were perfect for each other... until one day they weren''t. And when Jack''s attempt at reconciliation goes wrong, he finds himself locked in Amélie''s van. Driving to her aunt''s house in the South of France, Amélie thinks she''s finally going to get some peace over the festive period, but like it or not, she''ll now be spending Christmas trapped on holiday with Jack. Could it help unwrap the secret to why they split up? Or will it be a gift they''d rather exchange?Curl up with your perfect Christmas read from Sophie Claire. A wonderfully cosy, second-chance enemies-to-lovers festive romance, perfect for fans of Phillipa Ashley, Jo Thomas and Sarah Morgan.❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️Readers adore Sophie Claire''s cosy, heartwarming romances...''A beautifully heartwarming festive romance that was perfect to cosy up with'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Amazing'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''What a wonderful, wonderful book!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''I really didn''t want it to end'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Wonderful, uplifting, feel-good read . . . I couldn''t put it down'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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''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

''Nobody does cosy, get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan'' Sunday Express__________________________________Christmas is going to be extra magical this year . . . With real mouth-watering recipes for you to try at homeRosie Hopkins is looking forward to Christmas in the little Derbyshire village of Lipton, buried under a thick blanket of snow. Her sweetshop is festooned with striped candy canes, large tempting piles of Turkish Delight, crinkling selection boxes and happy, sticky children. She''s going to be spending it with her boyfriend, Stephen, and her family, flying in from Australia. She can''t wait.But when a tragedy strikes at the heart of their little community, all of Rosie''s plans for the future seem to be blown apart. Can she build a life in Lipton? And is what''s best for the sweetshop also what''s best for Rosie? Treat yourself and your sweet-toothed friends to Jenny Colgan''s heart-warming new novel. The irresistibly delicious recipes are guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit and will warm up your Christmas celebrations.____________________Why readers ADORE Jenny Colgan ''Jenny Colgan has a way of writing that makes me melt inside'' ''Her books are so good I want to start over as soon as I have finished'' ''There''s something so engaging about her characters and plots'' ''Her books are like a big, warm blanket'' ''Her stories are just so fabulous'' ''She brings her settings and characters so vividly to life'' ''The woman is just magic''

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Rosie Hopkins' Sweetshop - Jenny Colganová

❄️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 recommend’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Couldn’t put it down! I loved the sense of community’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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

Alice, Kate and Naomi want to keep the magic of Christmas alive in their village of Churchwood but a thief in the area and a new family that shuns the local community are only the first of the problems they face.Naomi is fighting to free herself from Alexander - the man who married her for her money, then kept a secret family behind her back. But will she be able to achieve the independence she craves?Alice''s dreams came true when she married sweetheart Daniel. Now he has returned to the fighting, but Alice is delighted to discover that she''s carrying his child. Will the family make it through the war unscathed?While Kate''s life on Brimbles Farm has never been easy, she now has help from land girls Pearl and Ruby. But what will it mean for them all when Kate''s brother returns from the war with terrible injuries? And why has pilot Leo, the man she loves, stopped writing?As ever, the Wartime Bookshop is a source of community and comfort. But disaster is about to strike...Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop is the third novel in the uplifting Wartime Bookshop series, perfect for fans of Donna Douglas and Elaine Everest.**The fifth novel, A Foundling at the Wartime Bookshop, is available to buy now!**----------------------------Real readers are LOVING The Wartime Bookshop series:''BRILLIANT''''Oh I loved this book... please carry on the good writing''''Wow what a brilliant start to a new series''''Outstandingly fabulous, warm and inviting... so glad there is going to be a follow-on''''I was only two pages in when I knew this would be a 5 star read... I honestly can''t put my excitement into words at the thought of reading the next one!''

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop - Lesley Eames

**Available for pre-order now**Alice, Kate and Naomi want to keep the magic of Christmas alive in their village of Churchwood but a thief in the area and a new family that shuns the local community are only the first of the problems they face.Naomi is fighting to free herself from Alexander Harrington - the man who married her for her money then kept a secret family behind her back. It could be the start of a whole new life for her, but after years of Alexander controlling - and draining - her finances, two questions remain to be answered: how much of her money is left, and will she be able to achieve the independence she craves?Alice''s dreams came true when she married sweetheart Daniel. Now he has returned to the war and Alice misses him terribly, but she is delighted to discover that she''s carrying his child. Will she, Daniel and the baby make it through the war unscathed?For Kate, life with her dysfunctional family on Brimbles Farm has never been easy but she now has Land Girls Pearl and Ruby to help, giving her more time for her friends. She''s also in love with pilot Leo. But what sort of shadow will be cast over the lives of all at Brimbles Farm when her brother returns from the war with terrible injuries? And why has Leo stopped writing?As ever, the Wartime Bookshop is a source of community and comfort. But disaster is about to strike...Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop is the third novel in the uplifting Wartime Bookshop series, perfect for fans of Donna Douglas and Elaine Everest.**Real readers are LOVING The Wartime Bookshop series**''BRILLIANT''''Oh I loved this book... please carry on the good writing''''Wow what a brilliant start to a new series''''Outstandingly fabulous, warm and inviting... so glad there is going to be a follow-on''''I was only two pages in when I knew this would be a 5 star read... I honestly can''t put my excitement into words at the thought of reading the next one''

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop - Lesley Eames

From rural Scotland to the most glamorous cities in the world, Christmas at Tiffany''s is an exciting, globetrotting story of friendship and romance from Karen Swan.Cassie settled down too young, marrying her first serious boyfriend. Now, ten years later, she is betrayed and broken. With her marriage in tatters and no career or home of her own, she needs to work out where she belongs in the world and who she really is. So begins a year-long trial as Cassie leaves her sheltered life to stay with each of her best friends in New York, Paris and London. Exchanging grouse moor and mousy hair for low-carb diets and high-end highlights, Cassie tries on each city for size as she attempts to track down the life she was supposed to have been leading, and with it, the man who was supposed to love her all along.Christmas at Tiffany''s is followed by the captivating sequel, Summer at Tiffany''s.

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Tiffany's - Karen Swan

The march towards the end of the year sees Hope Hall once again buzzing with activity.The lead up to the Harvest Festival sees a stray dog causing a nuisance, and tensions rise between two old schoolmates.The drama only increases as Christmas approaches, and the panto rehearsals featuring the jocular "Can't Sing Singers" get into full swing. But the hustle and bustle of the drama in the community stems from the deeper personal stories. Loneliness, loss, and hurt impact the lives of many of the local residents. But where there is community, there is friendship, companionship, love, and most of all, hope.Christmas at Hope Hall is the final book in a delightful trilogy centred on a Victorian church hall, the like of which can be found at the heart of so many towns across England. This wonderful finale to the series (which includes the sound of wedding bells!) is full of friends and neighbours with stories that will have you giggling one minute, and dabbing your eyes the next.

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Hope Hall - Pam Rhodes

Ten years ago, Erin had her heart broken by fellow vet student Oli. Now, she’s his landlord.All Erin wants is independence and security. All Oli does is travel the world after locuming at practises for a few months. So when he comes back into Erin’s life, she knows it’s temporary, no matter the lingering looks he gives her.With Christmas approaching, the vet practice is busier than ever, and Erin is surprised at how well she and Oli work together to help the animals of Hartfell. From sharing meals in her cramped cottage to meandering the village fayre, the wall Erin has built around her heart begins to crumble.But Oli’s contract is coming to an end and he’s shown no sign of wanting to stay. Has she set herself up for another heartbreak from the only man she’s ever loved? Or will she realise that being independent sometimes means relying on others, and security comes with taking risks?Be whisked away this Christmas to the Yorkshire Dales, for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Trisha Ashley and Heidi Swain.

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Home Farm Vets - Suzanne Snow

‘A truly heart-warming story … a gorgeous Christmas novel bursting with strength and warmth’ Jill Mansell'Touching, joyful, brimming with Christmas and community spirit’ Milly JohnsonJemima Jones is driving home to her family's magical hill-top farm for Christmas…And on arrival, she soon learns that her dad has been keeping a secret – all is not as it seems, and Hollybush Farm is struggling to make ends meet! Worried about losing the childhood home she loves, Jemima must pull on her winter wellies and get stuck in. Amid the chaos of chasing after escaping sheep and organising the Christmas tractor run, Jemima begins documenting her slice of farming life on social media. As she builds a supportive online following, she also forms an offline connection in the shape of charming, retired rugby player Llew, her very own Santa's helper. With a sprinkle of festive cheer and a dash of goodwill, might the community pull together to help save the farm in time for Christmas?Readers LOVE Jo Thomas'We love the way Jo's glorious novels always transport you to somewhere beautiful' - My Weekly'Picking up a Jo Thomas book is a treat for the senses' - People's Friend'A lovely winter read to get lost in' - 5 STAR Reader Review'Captures the magic of Christmas' - 5 STAR Reader Review

Objev podobné jako Christmas at Hollybush Farm - Jo Thomas

Escape with Jenny Colgan this Christmas . . .''Nobody does cosy, get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan'' Sunday Express''An evocative, sweet treat'' Jojo Moyes''This sweet romance will lift your spirits'' Sunday Mirror''Gorgeous, glorious, uplifting'' Marian Keyes''Irresistible'' Jill Mansell''Just lovely'' Katie Fforde''Naturally funny, warm-hearted'' Lisa Jewell''A gobble-it-all-up-in-one-sitting kind of book'' Mike Gayle''A sheer delight from start to finish'' Sophie Kinsella___________________________________On the tiny Scottish island of Mure, Christmas preparations are even more hectic than usual . . . Flora MacKenzie is worried about her brother. Fintan hasn''t got over the death of his partner, Colton, and Flora thinks he needs a project.The Rock - the rambling, disused hotel on the tip of the island - was Colton''s passion project before he died. With Flora''s help, Fintan is going to get the hotel up and running in time for Christmas, transforming it into a festive haven of crackling log fires and delicious food. But running a hotel, they are about to discover, is not that easy. Especially when their motley staff includes a temperamental French chef, a spoilt Norwegian kitchen boy who can''t peel a potato without mutilating his own hand and a painfully shy kitchen assistant who blushes when anyone speaks to her. Can they pull it together in time for the big opening? And can Flora help her family find happiness this Christmas?____________________ Why readers ADORE Jenny Colgan ''Jenny Colgan has a way of writing that makes me melt inside''''Her books are so good I want to start over as soon as I have finished''''There''s something so engaging about her characters and plots''''Her books are like a big, warm blanket''''Her stories are just so fabulous''''She brings her settings and characters so vividly to life''''The woman is just magic''

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Island Hotel - Jenny Colganová

The heartwarming Christmas tale, now with an exclusive collection of short stories''A beautifully woven tale of families and their secrets'' Liz Fenwick''A warm and engaging read.'' Trisha Ashley''A genuine voice of our times'' The Times_______________________The moving and uplifting festive novella . . .Nestled in the Devon countryside, the Keep has always been a refuge for the Chadwicks, even Ed, the black sheep of the family. When Ed finally returns to the Keep after ten years living in the USA, his strange, secretive behaviour means that he often clashes with his relatives. But as the autumn draws to a close and a sprinkling of snow dusts the moors, could the promise of a family Christmas at the Keep be enough to ease tensions and soothe the sting of a long-buried secret?Now with a new collection of short stories . . .There are ghosts and friends from the past here; restless wives and surprising romances; gifts from lovers old and new. Full of life and love, this new collection of short stories is the perfect treat for the festive season._______________________PRAISE FOR MARCIA WILLETT''Riveting, moving and utterly feel-good.'' Daily Mail''Sweeping powers of description transport her readers to another time and place.'' Rosanna Ley''Gentle yet poignant . . . a book to settle down with and enjoy'' Devon Life

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Keep and Other Stories - Marcia Willett

LP vinyl - Deset písniček nahraných na podzim roku 1976 v hale Forum v Los Angeles, tedy před vydáním pátého alba Hotel California. Deska tak obsahuje jednu z prvních verzí skladeb Hotel California a New Kid In Town. K dispozici je na 180g vinylu jako 2LP. Deset písniček nahraných na podzim roku 1976 v hale Forum v Los Angeles, tedy před vydáním pátého alba Hotel California. Deska tak obsahuje jednu z prvních verzí skladeb Hotel California a New Kid In Town. K dispozici je na 180g vinylu jako 2LP. Jedna z největších amerických rockových kapel vznikla v roce 1971. S pěti singly na prvním místě americké hitparády, šesti cenami Grammy, pěti American Music Awards a šesti alby patří Eagles k nejúspěšnějším hudebním tělesům sedmdesátých let. Desek Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975) a Hotel California se jen ve Spojených státech prodalo více než 20 milionů kopií. K jejich nejznámějším skladbám patří písně Hotel California, Take It Easy nebo Tequila Sunrise. Rok vydání...

Objev podobné jako Eagles: Live At The Los Angeles Forum '76 (2x LP) - LP (0349784269)

Discover the joy of gift giving and meet Santa himself in the perfect stocking filler from the million-copy selling actor, author and comedian, Ben Miller. It's business as usual in the run up to Christmas at Santa's Workshop - and toy elves Holly and Tog are busy making gifts for children all around the world. But Father Christmas isn't feeling well, and Holly is worried that things won't be finished on time. Inventing a robot to help out with festive duties seems like a fantastic idea, until Father Christmas is KIDNAPPED and a race against time to save him and the big day begins. Create the perfect festive bookshelf for all the family with Chief Elf, Ben Miller: Meet Santa himself in The Night I Met Father Christmas, a brand-new picture book for 3+ readers, illustrated by Elisa Paganelli. Join the toy workshop as a Christmas Elf in all three pocket-sized stocking fillers for 7+ readers: Diary of a Christmas Elf, Secrets of a Christmas Elf, and Adventures of a Christmas Elf. See where it all began, in Ben Miller's first ever novel, The Night I Met Father Christmas, a classic festive read for 8+ readers.!Praise for Ben Miller:'A magical adventure' Sunday Express on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale'Great for reading aloud' The Week Junior on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale'A fire-side gem of a story' Abi Elphinstone on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Fabulous' Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear'Enchanting, funny and intriguing in equal measure' Philip Ardagh on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Each of [Ben’s] five books is joyous and thoughtful' Red Magazine‘A sheer delight for all kids both big AND small’ Ruth Jones on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Bubbles with warmth and mischievous humour . . . irresistible' Alexander Armstrong on The Night I Met Father Christmas'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called Midnight

Objev podobné jako Secrets of a Christmas Elf - Ben Miller

Immerse yourself in a literary wonderland with this collection of timeless Christmas tales.''There seems a magic in the very name of Christmas’ said Charles Dickens. From yuletide carols to scrumptious food to presents under the tree, from cold winter nights in Victorian London to countryside festivities by the fire, from the melancholies of the season to the injustices, our best writers have seen it all and written it down. A Vintage Christmas captures the very essence of what Christmas means to us and what real magic can be found, written by some of the world’s finest authors, including Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, Anthony Trollope, Laurie Lee, E. Nesbit and Alice Munro.Stories in A Vintage Christmas:‘Carol-Barking’ from Cider With Rosie by Laurie Lee‘Obadiah Oak, Mrs Griffiths and the Carol Singers’ by Louis de Bernières‘The Turkey Season’ by Alice Munro‘Christmas at Thompson Hall’ by Anthony Trollope‘Christmas Shopping’ from The Green Road by Anne Enright‘A Conscience Pudding’ from The New Treasure Seekers by E. Nesbit‘Christmas at Cold Comfort Farm’ by Stella Gibbons‘There Never Was Such a Goose’ from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens‘Let Nothing You Dismay’ by Helen Simpson‘Christmas Is a Sad Season for the Poor’ by John Cheever‘A Serious Talk’ by Raymond Carver‘The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle’ by Arthur Conan DoyleVINTAGE MINIS: GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS.Vintage Minis bring you the world’s greatest writers on the experiences that make us human – from birth to death and everything in between.

Objev podobné jako A Vintage Christmas - kolektiv autorů

A wonderfully entertaining collection of Christmas tales from the enduringly popular Miss Read.Taken from the original omnibus CHRISTMAS AT FAIRACRE, Miss Read''s wonderfully festive collection of Christmas stories is packed with entertaining characters and enchanting stories.From the rural festivities in ''Village Christmas'' and ''Jingle Bells'' to the pre-war story ''Christmas At Caxley 1913'', the intriguing ''The Fairacre Ghost'' and the poignant tale of ''The White Robin'', Miss Read''s wry wit and light touch is the perfect antidote to the long winter evenings.

Objev podobné jako A Country Christmas - Miss Read

Based on the Hey Duggee CBeebies Christmas special premiering December 2020!Earn your Christmas Badge with Duggee!It''s Christmas at the clubhouse! Duggee''s old friend Clarence arrives, but he''s lost his Christmas cheer. Can the Squirrels help him get it back? With a super glittery cover, this Hey Duggee picture book is the perfect Christmas gift for little Duggee fans.

Objev podobné jako Hey Duggee: Duggee and the Christmas Badge - Hey Duggee

A cosy Cornish village. A baker with a broken heart. And the community who piece it back together.After a crushing breakup and the loss of her beloved grandmother Ruby, Lola escaped to the charming Cornish village of Polcarrow to start over with just her dreams of opening a café to keep her company.But Polcarrow has other plans. With the help of her spirited best friend Freya, a surrogate grandfather in Alf and a community that quickly feels like family, Lola finds herself drawn into village life - and straight into the path of Tristan, the disarmingly attractive local vicar.As sparks fly and Christmas magic fills the air, long-buried family secrets begin to surface. A hidden chapter in Ruby's past could change everything Lola thought she knew about love - and herself. And with the festive season in full swing and Tristan's ex back in town, Lola must decide: will she protect her heart, or take a leap of faith for a love that could be written in the stars?A feel-good festive romance brimming with charm, second chances and the sweet scent of mince pies. Perfect for fans of Phillipa Ashley and Jo Thomas.Praise for Jennifer Bibby 'A sun-drenched delight, an absolute joy!' HEIDI SWAIN'Charming and romantic, sweet and sunny. I loved it' MILLY JOHNSON'A warm and charm-filled story about community, passion and following your heart . . . A holiday romance in book form - I adored it!' HOLLY MILLER'A sun-drenched summer in picture-perfect Polcarrow - I didn't want it to end' HOLLY HEPBURN

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Little Cornish Bakery - Jennifer Bibby

The holiday stirs up excitement as fondly remembered guests come to stay and acquaintances grow into more. . . . With a promise to her youngest sister, Sarah Summers declares that this year''s Christmas at Sea View will exceed all expectations. But an upcoming trip to Scotland--and the prospect of becoming reacquainted with dashing widower Callum Henshall--blows a flurry of doubts into her mind. Sarah had discouraged his attentions before yet soon finds herself once again torn between attraction and duty as alluring thoughts of a second chance at love weave their way into her practical heart. Meanwhile, seventeen-year-old Georgiana eagerly anticipates the exciting Christmas of her dreams after last year''s dull, disappointing holiday filled with endless chores. She enjoys all the promised parties, music, and dancing, but is taken by surprise when young love comes knocking. Does the festive romance of a Sea View Christmas hold the key to a happily-ever-after for both sisters?Spend the holiday season with the Summers sisters on the charming Devonshire coast, where family bonds are strengthened, love is rekindled, and Christmas joy abounds. Julie Klassen''s heartwarming Christmas companion to the On Devonshire Shores series holds themes of friends to more, sisterhood bonds, and matchmaking that will fill you with holiday spirit. This novella can be read separately or along with the series and will appeal to fans of Jane Austen, English Regency romance, and Downtown Abbey.

Objev podobné jako A Sea View Christmas - Julie Klassen

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BATTERSEA DOGS AND CATS HOMECan Battersea''s loneliest cat find a home in time for Christmas?It''s Christmas at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home and Laura is desperate to find a home for Felicia, a spiky, bad-tempered moggy with a heart of gold. Her boyfriend, Rob, can''t understand why she''s spending so much time at work, but for Laura, the animals aren''t just a job - they''re her life. She needs a partner who understands that - doesn''t she?As the December snow falls, Laura encounters nine people, all of whom need a little love in their lives and find it in new pets. Everyone needs somebody to curl up with at Christmas, and when the handsome Aaron walks in, he takes not just Felicia, but Laura''s heart too...A heart-warming tale about loneliness, love, and the importance of furry friends - perfect to snuggle up with this Christmas.

Objev podobné jako The Nine Lives of Christmas: Can Battersea's Felicia find a home in time for the holidays? - Florence McNicoll

With glamorous locations and heart-breaking twists, Christmas in the Snow by Karen Swan is all you need for a truly decadent Christmas holiday. The perfect gift – even if it''s just to yourself.No secret stays buried forever . . .In London, the snow is falling and Christmas is just around the corner – but Allegra Fisher barely has time to notice. She''s pitching for the biggest deal of her career and can''t afford to fail. And when she meets attractive stranger, Sam Kemp, on the plane to the meeting, she can''t afford to lose her focus either. She learned to shut off her emotions long ago and only her sister and best friend Isobel knows why. But when Allegra finds herself up against Sam for the bid, their passion quickly turns sour.In Zermatt in the Swiss Alps, a long-lost mountain hut is discovered in the snow after sixty years and the last person expecting to become involved is Allegra – she hasn''t even heard of the woman they found inside. But it soon becomes clear the two women are linked and, as she and Iz travel out to make sense of the mystery, hearts thaw and dark secrets are uncovered, long buried by the snow.''Hide indoors with a glass of wine and lose yourself in this.'' – HeatEscape with more of Karen Swan''s captivating novels: Christmas at Tiffany''s and Midnight in the Snow.

Objev podobné jako Christmas in the Snow - Karen Swan

"Father Christmas needs a wee.He's been drinking drinks since half past three . . ."At each different house that he visits Father Christmas drinks and eats all the goodies left out for him. Before long he really, really, really needs a wee. So much so that he even forgets to leave the presents behind. But he dashes back, delivers all the pressies and flies home at high speed to avoid an embarassing accident . . . there's just one tiny problem . . . he's lost his house key!Find out what happens and whether Father Christmas ever gets to relieve himself in this brilliant and fabulously funny counting book from the talented author/illustrator Nicholas Allan!

Objev podobné jako Father Christmas Needs a Wee - Allan Nicholas

A festive house party takes a sinister turn...Victor Narraway and his wife, Lady Vespasia, are invited to spend Christmas at Cavendish Hall with a gathering of old acquaintances, but it is not the quiet, rather stiff house party they had expected. While there, Victor must undertake his final mission for Special Branch, reminiscent of another one in the past, at which he had tragically failed.When disaster strikes and one of the guests is left for dead, Victor fears that history is repeating itself. But which of them is intent on murder? And can Victor accept that he is not to blame...?A Christmas Gathering is the gripping new festive mystery from the pen of Anne Perry, the master of Victorian crime.

Objev podobné jako A Christmas Gathering (Christmas Novella 17) - Anne Perry

The holidays weren''t always so tough for Peter Rockwell and his family, but a tragic and challenging year finds them stressed out and drifting apart when they should be pulling together. After accepting the wisdom of a Santa Claus at his local mall, Peter hatches a plan to give his family the best year ever, one Christmas at a time! Collects Christmas 365 #1-#4.

Objev podobné jako Christmas 365 - Jonathan Rivera, Mikey Way

This elegant coffee table cookbook highlights the luxe and elegance of the Christmas at Downton Abbey and features a collection of traditional British holiday recipes, from appetizers to desserts, that were popular during the Edwardian period.

Objev podobné jako The Official Downton Abbey Christmas Cookbook

One favor deserves another, or does it?Against their better judgment, Ann and Rhonda agree to help a young girl in distress at the request of the vice-president of the United States, Amelia Swanson. After almost losing their lives because of an earlier request of hers, they plan on being more careful.Amanda Rogers was an intern for Senator Worthington''s office when she was drugged at a staff party and got pregnant. Now, alone without parental support, she and her friend, Jax Thomas, arrive at the hotel to wait out the last weeks of pregnancy in privacy. Senator Worthington and his wife want to adopt Mandy''s baby girl, but she''s made no promises. Jax would like to marry Mandy and raise the baby with her, but Mandy''s parents have made it clear that Jax deserves better than someone like her, and Mandy''s torn.After vowing not to interfere, Ann and Rhonda find it more and more difficult to stay neutral. But they have other things on their minds. Aubrey Lowell, who almost ruined The Beach House Hotel managing it, their old nemesis, Brock Goodwin, and a couple of others have opened a nearby hotel called The Sand Castle, a playground for the hip, and have every intention of destroying The Beach House Hotel, no matter what it takes.There is much to celebrate as happy news from both families and the hotel is shared by all. As Ann and Rhonda agree, life can sometimes be as sweet as one of Jean-Luc''s desserts at The Beach House Hotel.A light beach read with humor sprinkled in for readers'' enjoyment featuring two women, Ann and Rhonda, whom readers adore. Be sure to read all the books so far in the series – Breakfast at The Beach House Hotel, Lunch at The Beach House Hotel, Dinner at The Beach House Hotel, Christmas at The Beach House Hotel, Margaritas at The Beach House Hotel, Dessert at The Beach House Hotel. Coffee at The Beach House Hotel and Tea at The Beach House Hotel coming soon.Another of Judith Keim''s series books celebrating love and families, strong women meeting challenges, and clean women''s fiction with a touch of romance—beach reads for all ages with a touch of humor, satisfying twists, and happy endings. Be sure to check out her other delightful books and series that readers adore.

Objev podobné jako Dessert at The Beach House Hotel - Judith Keim

A story of love, laughter and happily ever after, Summer at Tiffany''s by bestselling Karen Swan is the captivating and romantic sequel to Christmas at Tiffany''s, perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore and Veronica Henry.A wedding to plan. A wedding to stop. What could go wrong? Cassie loves Henry. Henry loves Cassie. With a Tiffany ring on her finger, all that Cassie has left to do is plan the wedding. It should be so simple but when Henry pushes for a date, Cassie pulls back.Henry''s wild, young cousin, Gem, has no such hesitations and is racing to the aisle at a sprint, determined to marry in the Cornish church where her parents were wed. But the family is set against it, and Cassie resolves to stop the wedding from going ahead. When Henry lands an expedition sailing the Pacific for the summer, Cassie decamps to Cornwall, hoping to find the peace of mind she needs to move forwards. But in the dunes and coves of the northern Cornish coast, she soon discovers the past isn''t finished with her yet . . .

Objev podobné jako Summer at Tiffany's - Karen Swan

Former New York darling turned amateur sleuth Madeline Vaughn-Alwin finds herself trapped in the beautiful hacienda of the Luhan family with a killer at Christmas!Newly engaged Maddie is hoping for a quiet Christmas filled with fun and festivity with her gorgeous husband-to-be Dr David Cole, but the moment she bumps into old friend Katrina Wilton, Maddie''s Christmas plans are thoroughly destroyed. Katrina is now married to the dashing, yet troubled veteran Alfonso Luhan, son of the infamous local landowner, Don Victor Luhan, and is celebrating Christmas at the family hacienda, Los Pineros – Katrina insists that Maddie and David simply must join them.However, Maddie and David quickly find that things in the Luhan family are far from merry . . . Don Victor casts a cruel and overbearing hand over his ailing wife Isabella and their four children – all with their own secrets and eccentricities. So when Maddie stumbles across Don Victor''s brutally murdered body early one morning, snow turned crimson around the ghastly scene, she cannot believe she has once again been thrown into a murder mystery!As a snowstorm rages, and everyone is trapped inside the idyllic manor house, Maddie must act fast to solve a very tricky family affair and bring the murderer to justice before Christmas.

Objev podobné jako Murder at the Hacienda - Amanda Allen

The New York Times-bestselling author of Little Beach Street Bakery and Christmas at the Cupcake Café returns with a delightful new novel, already an international bestseller, perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Meg Donohue, and Sophie Kinsella. For fans of Jojo Moyes and Elin Hilderbrand, an irresistible novel—moving and funny, soulful and sweet—about happiness, heartache, and hope. And recipes. A thriving bakery. A lighthouse to call home. A handsome beekeeper. A pet puffin. These are the things that Polly Waterford can call her own. This is the beautiful life she leads on a tiny island off the southern coast of England. But clouds are gathering on the horizon. A stranger threatens to ruin Polly’s business. Her beloved boyfriend seems to be leading a secret life. And the arrival of a newcomer—a bereft widow desperately searching for a fresh start—forces Polly to reconsider the choices she’s made, even as she tries to help her new friend through grief. Unpredictable and unforgettable, this delightful novel will make you laugh, cry, and long for a lighthouse of your own. Recipes included.

Objev podobné jako Summer at Little Beach Street Bakery - Jenny Colganová

A warm and festive tale about the special friendships that blossom when the magic of Christmas is in the air. Angelo and Angelina were two toy angels. Angelo was the bigger angel, Angelina the little one. Mrs Lovely got them in her stocking when she was just a little girl. Angelo and Angelina spend a lifetime with Mrs Lovely, observing the magic and joy of Christmas from her windowsill. But when Mrs Lovely gets older, she spends more time on her own – and it’s then that Angelo and Angelina must use their magic to look out for her too, with the help of a special little neighbour. A warm and magical story that celebrates community and the true meaning of Christmas, with beautiful, atmospheric illustrations throughout. The perfect tale to read aloud together on a cosy Christmas night. "This book has so much to offer about kindness, the spirit of Christmas and seasonal changes." ReadingZone

Objev podobné jako Angelo and Angelina, the Christmas Angels - Anne Booth

A warm and festive tale about the special friendships that blossom when the magic of Christmas is in the air. Angelo and Angelina were two toy angels. Angelo was the bigger angel, Angelina the little one.Mrs Lovely got them in her stocking when she was just a little girl. Angelo and Angelina spend a lifetime with Mrs Lovely, observing the magic and joy of Christmas from her windowsill. But when Mrs Lovely gets older, she spends more time on her own – and it’s then that Angelo and Angelina must use their magic to look out for her too, with the help of a special little neighbour.A warm and magical story that celebrates community and the true meaning of Christmas, with beautiful, atmospheric illustrations throughout. The perfect tale to read aloud together on a cosy Christmas night.

Objev podobné jako Angelo and Angelina, the Christmas Angels - Anne Booth

Make the most of the festive season with this charmingly illustrated book packed full of crafting ideas, baking recipes and gardening projects, all perfect for enjoying during Christmas!Get ready for fun, wholesome crafting activities, such as how to make a decorative garland from beads and string. Discover the creativity of using recycled materials and learn about how you can reuse old holiday cards to create bookmarks, gift tags and even your own bunting.Then roll up your sleeves and get your apron ready for the simple, tasty and festive recipes that each make a delicious treat to give away as Christmas gifts. From maple syrup caramels, which need only two ingredients, to deliciously warming cinnamon rolls to share around on Christmas morning, you will be delighted by how easy it is to get involved with the cosy fun.Woven throughout the book are nuggets of nature-themed festive wisdom that encourage you to think about self-sufficiency, written by series author and homesteading teacher Angela Ferraro-Fanning. You will discover how to attract a‘Santa crow’, which can leave gifts in exchange for food, you''ll learn about how to grow elderberry plants from cuttings, and you’ll enjoy some mystical lore about the pattern of the moon across the Christmas season.All the activities are broken down into steps, clearly explained and accompanied by AnneliesDraws’ adorable illustrations. The gardening and planting activities will suit any space, as they will work equally well on windowsills as in gardens.This special book from Ivy Kids will nurture creativity and deep connections with the living world, and will help young readers and families to celebrate the holiday season with planet-friendly fun.

Objev podobné jako A Christmas Treasury of Recipes, Crafts, and Wisdom - Angela Ferraro-Fanning

Kniha - 288 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Truman Capote makes whisky-soaked fruitcake in Alabama, Laurie Lee slides across a frozen pond in Gloucestershire, and Shirley Jackson is outwitted by a wily Santa Claus at the bank. Ghosts haunt the Christmases of Muriel Spark and Elizabeth Bowen, while Dostoyevsky, Daphne du Maurier and Italo Calvino take a cynical view of the season and Selma Lagerlof and Angela Carter celebrate its miracles. Ranging from Cork to Lagos to the Wild West, and from Paris to San Paolo to outer space, this is Christmas as imagined by some of the greatest short-story writers of all time.

Objev podobné jako The Penguin Book of Christmas Stories: From Hans Christian Andersen to Angela Carter (0241455650)