Romance

With the bookshop where she works about to close, hopeless romantic Laura Horsley, in a moment of uncharacteristic recklessness, finds herself agreeing to help organise a literary festival in the heart of the English countryside. But her initial excitement is followed by a mounting sense of panic when she realises just how much work is involved.

Fourth in Cassandra Clare's internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series about the Shadowhunters.

When Johnny Pascoe attempts to rescue a sick girl from the Tasmanian outback his plane crashes leaving him dangerously injured. As he waits overnight at Pascoe's house in order to try again the next day Clarke revisits the past of this unusual man - and reveals the shocking and tragic secrets that have influenced his life.

Showcases the diversity and imagination of women's erotic desires.

Anna, a newly qualified interior designer, has decided it's time to put her money and her expertise where her mouth is. She's risked everything on buying a tiny but adorable cottage so she can renovate it, sell it on, and prove to her family that she can earn her own living.

Curl up with Heidi Swain for cupcakes, crafting and love at The Cherry Tree Cafe.

On a Flemish battlefield, Lord Alleyne Bedwyn is thrown from his horse and left for dead, only to awaken in the bedchamber of a Brussels brothel. The dark, handsome diplomat has no memory of who he is or how he got there - yet of one thing he is certain: he owes his life to the angel of undoubtedly dubious virtue who is nursing him back to health.

They meet in a ferocious snowstorm. She is a young teacher with a secret past, and he is the cool, black-caped stranger who comes to her rescue. Between these two strangers, desire is instantaneous. Stranded together in a country inn, Lucius Marshall, the Viscount Sinclair, and Frances Allard share a night of glorious, unforgettable passion.

Gilly Ware, the shy young Duke of Sale, has never known his parents. Instead, he has endured twenty-four years of pampering and pandering from his uncle and valet, which he accepts without quarrel.

But as time goes on, will the Darracotts learn there's more to Hugo than meets the eye?'One of my perennial comfort authors' JOANNE HARRIS'When it comes to Regency novels, [Heyer] was The Master' INDIA KNIGHT'Heyer's novels are delicious' HARRIET EVANS

It was 1882 when Antoinette Giry took her daughter to the funfair at Neuilly. There, in a cage, she saw a manacled creature whose tormented eyes shone from a grotesquely deformed face. Antoinette freed him and cured his wounds. The creature, Erik, whose hideous face hid a brilliant brain of near-genius, was now to become the Phantom of the Opera.

An enchanting novel brimming with poignancy, humour, enchantment and insight, this is a stunning debut. Imagine an Audrey Hepburn film in the present day...It was a slim, grey volume entitled Elegance...Louise Canova is at a crossroads in her life. Her marriage is faltering and the insecurities of adolescence have returned to haunt her. Browsing in a second-hand bookshop, she stumbles across a faded grey volume. Written by the formidable French fashion expert, Madame Genevieve Antoine Dariaux, Elegance is an encyclopedia of style. It promises to transform plain women into creatures of poise at all times. And from Accessories to Zippers, there is nothing that Madame Dariaux can't advise upon - including inattentive husbands, false friends, and the powerful bond between mothers and daughters.When Louise vows to follow Madame's advice, her life is transformed in ways she never imagined. Within the book's pages lie clues to her own past. And as she begins to unravel them, she discovers a courage she never dreamt possible.However, everything, even elegance, has its price.Starting with A and finishing with Z, Elegance is a unique journey of timeless fashion, true friendship, and the rare, unexpected gift of love.

Handsome, wealthy Sir Waldo Hawkridge is the envy of all those around him. So when the people of Oversett get word of his impending visit, excitement ripples. And when Waldo eventually arrives in the village, his presence leads to the most entertaining of ramifications .

But the more time she spends with Freddy, the more Kitty wonders whether Jack is the right choice after all... ____________________________'Fabulously witty' Stephen Fry'Georgette Heyer is second to none' Sunday Times'One of my favourites .

And Nell's secretive and extravagant spending is becoming a problem... As she attempts to pay off her brother's never-ending gambling debts, and prevent the Earl's half-sister from eloping with a potentially ruinous match, will Nell's heart of gold lead her - and her marriage - into trouble?

With Phoebe struggling to meet her family's demands of gentility and poise, a potential match with Sylvester is exceedingly advantageous. When the pair meet again and an unexpected adventure ensues, Sylvester comes to realise that there is much more to Phoebe than her reputation affords .

When Someone You Love Is Kinky to help "non-kinky" folks understand and communicate with their kinky friends, partners, and relatives. Included are guidelines for dealing with the emotional turmoil of the coming-out process; brief and non-threatening descriptions of the commonest kinks (and ideas about why people enjoy them); suggestions for how to talk to your kinky friend or relative in ways that promote good communication; explanation of how kinky people keep themselves safe while exploring diverse sexualities; a glossary of commonly used terminology from the kink communities; a resource guide to help the reader find further information and support.

Captain John Staple's is home from Waterloo, and life in peacetime is rather dull for the boisterous, adventure-loving Captain. But when he finds himself lost and benighted at an unmanned toll-house in the Pennines, his soldiering days suddenly pale away besides an adventure - and romance - of a lifetime.

Before Soar! and He-Motions brought his inspirational words to men and women everywhere, The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord brought Bishop T. D. Jakes to the forefront of America's bestselling Christian authors.The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord is as provocative as it is profound-a truly inspiring volume that shows today's women how to improve their relationships with their men, their God, and themselves. In a society that asks women to be perfect, sweet, sexy, submissive, and pristine, T. D. Jakes offers a spiritual path that cuts through the mixed messages and leads women toward the true self God wants them to be: strong, loving, and real.

Ali Khan and Nino Kipiani live in the cosmopolitan, oil-rich capital of Azerbaijan which, at the beginning of the twentieth century, is a melting-pot of different cultures. As the Russians withdraw, the Turks advance, and Ali and Nino find themselves swept up in Azerbaijan's fight for independence.

Widely acclaimed since publication, John Fowles' most beloved novel is the ultimate epic historical romance. Charles Smithson, a respectable engaged man, meets Sarah Woodruff as she stands on the Cobb at Lyme Regis, staring out to sea.