Care assistant Sophie loves the holidays, and nothing makes her feel more festive than helping 82-year-old resident Bea keep in touch with her old friend Greta. In their Christmas letters, the women update each other on their lives – Bea’s in the quiet residential home in London, Greta’s in the heart of Vienna and the grand Wynter Hotel.
But everything changes when Bea passes away before Sophie’s had a chance to post this year’s letter. Devastated, Sophie struggles to imagine this Christmas without her dear friend. But then Sophie finds one last note from Bea – and this time, it’s not addressed to Greta. It’s to Sophie, telling her to go to Austria.
Which is how Sophie finds herself in Vienna at Christmas, with the snow falling, and an important delivery to make… But when Sophie reaches the Wynter Hotel, there are surprises in store, and before she returns to England, her life will have changed in ways she could never have imagined…
Charlotte James prefers having her head in the stars to having her feet on the ground.
Moving around for her job as an astronomical archivist gives Charlotte plenty of opportunity to avoid putting down roots. When she accepts a post in the idyllic Somerset village of Lower Brambleton to archive an old observatory before its demolition, all that is on her mind is a chance to preserve the treasures of this remarkable place and another summer without having to settle down.
Tristan Ashcombe is managing the development of Observatory Field and as far as he’s concerned, the sooner the observatory is razed to the ground the better. The building holds complicated memories for him and his family, memories he’s ready to put behind him.
But as Charlotte’s work begins to unravel mysteries from a complex past, she realises that there’s more to Tristan and Lower Brambleton than first impressions would suggest. Will Charlotte discover more than she bargained for, will she manage to avoid losing her heart in the process or is her fate already written in the stars?
This is a heartwarming contemporary romance set in the English countryside. Charlotte James, an astronomical archivist, takes on a summer job cataloging an old observatory’s contents before its demolition. She meets Tristan Ashcombe, who is overseeing the site’s redevelopment and has personal reasons for wanting the observatory gone. As Charlotte uncovers hidden secrets about the observatory and its past, she and Tristan grow closer, challenging their initial perceptions. The novel blends romance, mystery, and self-discovery, offering an uplifting story about love, community, and new beginnings.
Things Pippa enjoys: her job, airplanes, synonyms, and tropical fish.
Things Pippa does not enjoy: repeating patterns, tight clothes, people asking why she’s single, and school reunions.
Air-traffic controller Pippa Edwards works at a large airport guiding planes through landing or takeoff. She’s one of the best at her job, but when off the clock, Pippa struggles to manage interpersonal relationships and understand social cues.
After six months of only speaking over the intercom, when Pippa finally meets pilot Andrew Boyce-Jones face-to-face, they discover they’ve got much more in common than simply working at the same airport . . . they both need a date.
Faced with her dreaded ten-year-reunion, Pippa wants to avoid the usual questions about why she doesn’t have a boyfriend (or a relationship that lasts). And Andrew needs to get his well-meaning family off his back about settling down.
The solution seems simple. A pact—a fake-dating pact—for as long as it’s mutually beneficial. It’s perfect.
Or at least it would be if not for their very real attraction. Now Pippa’s questioning everything she thought she wanted, and how she thought people saw her. She’s wondering if there really is someone who can love her exactly as she is, and if she can let her guard down enough to let him in.
This is a contemporary romance featuring Pippa Edwards, a neurodivergent air traffic controller, and Andrew Boyce-Jones, a pilot. Their daily professional interactions take an unexpected turn when they finally meet in person and agree to a fake dating arrangement. As they spend more time together, real feelings develop, leading to a heartfelt and humorous love story.
Set against the unique backdrop of the aviation industry, the novel explores themes of self-acceptance, personal growth, and unexpected love. With its engaging characters and slow-burn romance, it’s a charming and uplifting read for fans of romantic comedies.
When a raging storm strands Kelly Butler in the remote Tuscan castello of arrogant billionaire Romano Castelliari, it’s a nightmare. Each and every glare from her best friend’s brother and the subject of her youthful infatuation makes taunting desire lick at her body and soul…
Romano’s childhood taught him to ruthlessly suppress any threat to his self-discipline. So, the way Kelly gets under his skin is unacceptable. But upon discovering her innocence, his burning dislike turns to scorching need. And the only way of regaining control is his enemy’s passionate surrender!
This is a passionate enemies-to-lovers romance set in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. Romano Castelliari, a powerful and disciplined billionaire, finds his world disrupted when Kelly Butler, his sister’s best friend, arrives at his estate during a storm.
Romano initially sees Kelly as nothing more than a reckless party girl, but as they are forced to spend time together, he discovers there’s more to her than he assumed. As tensions rise and attraction builds, their animosity transforms into an undeniable connection, leading to unexpected emotions that neither can ignore.
With vivid descriptions, emotional depth, and a classic forced-proximity trope, this novel delivers a compelling romance about love emerging from unexpected places.
One family home. Three generations. What could possibly go wrong?
Carly loves her family. She really does. It’s just that now her three children are grown up, she thought it was her time.
Everyone talks about the empty nest and how difficult that can be, but Carly and her husband, Frank, have often fantasised about it – meals without arguments, conversation without shouting over the sound of the Xbox, holidays planned around the culture not the kids’ club.
But Carly’s nest is far from empty. Her elderly dad needs more support and is moving in ‘temporarily’. On top of which, Carly’s son, Eddie, is far too comfortable at home – why go out and get a job, when your parents keep you fed and your clothes laundered? And just when Carly is starting to pull her hair out, Eddie drops a bombshell that changes everything.
This heartfelt and engaging novel explores the complexities of family, highlighting how reality often differs from the seemingly perfect images portrayed on social media. The story follows Carly and Frank, two characters who occasionally frustrate but ultimately feel deeply real, making readers emotionally invested in their journey.
At its core, the book emphasizes the importance of communication, self-worth, and the ways in which we think we are helping others—sometimes without truly understanding their needs. With humor and poignant moments, it captures the messy, imperfect nature of family life while encouraging readers to appreciate and reconnect with their loved ones.
Despite some minor flaws, the story’s strong emotional pull, relatable themes, and engaging writing make it a compelling and memorable read.
Rule one of the Bachelor Pact is simple: Never fall in love.
Temporarily returning home to Cedar Falls comes with mixed emotions.
But having to work alongside the distractingly beautiful Pia, hired by my father before his unexpected death to run and restore my family’s inn, is a test I could do without.
I don’t need help, especially from a stranger whose delectable body is inviting me to forget the most important rule of the Bachelor Pact.
I learned early on to avoid attachments, and Pia is completely off-limits. I’m technically her boss. Working together to renovate the crumbling inn, I try to shield my heart and ignore my body’s traitorous responses.
But Pia’s laughter fills the dusty halls, melting my defences and testing my iron-clad resolve. As each day passes, the thought of returning to my old life as a cop in the city and leaving Pia becomes more and more difficult.
Now, with my future and an age-old promise on the line, I’m left wondering if I should finally crack open the door to love I sealed so long ago.
In this book, Mason returns to Cedar Falls with no intention of staying long. However, his plans are upended when he is forced to work alongside Pia, a determined and captivating woman his late father hired to manage and restore the family inn. While he has always been committed to the “Bachelor Pact”—a promise to himself to remain unattached—his growing connection with Pia challenges his long-held beliefs about love and relationships.
As they work together to renovate the inn, their undeniable chemistry sparks tension, banter, and unexpected emotions. Despite his initial reluctance, he begins to see Pia as more than just a business partner. But with his past influencing his fear of commitment, he struggles to open his heart.
Set in the charming small town of Cedar Falls, Fallen Hearts blends heartfelt romance with themes of personal growth, second chances, and the courage to embrace love. With Mecca’s signature storytelling, readers can expect a warm, engaging narrative filled with deep emotions, community spirit, and a romance that unfolds in a beautifully scenic setting.
Paramedic and adrenaline junkie Maya treasures volunteering at Reki Island Children’s Camp. But a reunion with her ex, the camp’s latest recruit, was not on the agenda! It’s been a decade since Dr. Eli broke her heart, yet their attraction reignites with just one glance… Which is very inconvenient, because the losses Eli’s faced have made him more cautious and guarded than ever. Despite their differences and the echoes of old pain between them, Maya’s soon reminded why she first fell for Eli. Trapped in paradise, could this be their sun-soaked second chance?
This book delivers a warm, emotionally satisfying second-chance romance with Paramedic’s Reunion in Paradise. The premise—a reunion between Maya and her ex, Dr. Eli, at a children’s camp in a lush tropical setting—offers both emotional depth and scenic escapism.
The emotional core is well-drawn: their decade-old breakup still lingers in subtle ways, and Roberts handles their reconnection with believable tension. The clash between Maya’s paramedic pragmatism and Eli’s more structured, doctorly approach is not just a romantic obstacle—it’s rooted in their personalities and professional values, which gives the story thematic weight.
Roberts’s trademark strength in creating compassionate, service-driven characters shines here. The children’s camp backdrop provides charming, tender moments that balance the emotional heaviness of past heartbreak. While the romance follows familiar beats of reconciliation and forgiveness, the tropical setting and medical details keep it fresh.
If you could find one missing thing, what would it be?
As a firefighter, Ava sees the devastation caused when homes are ruined. If she uncovers precious possessions that escaped a blaze unscathed, she returns them to their owner. When Cassie and her son lose everything in a fire, they have nothing and nowhere to go. On impulse, Ava offers them refuge by staying with her.
After three failed rounds of IVF, Ava and her husband are divided on how to start their own family. Needing to find answers about her own adoption and birth family, Ava embarks on a journey to Ireland with Cassie by her side for support.
But not every reunion is a happy one, and the best intentions can have the most heart wrenching results. Can Ava get back what was lost? Or will she learn that sometimes the thing you need most is what you have already found?
A Magical New Year’s Kiss By Jennifer Joyce
Should your fairy tale be this much work?
After a bad run of dating, Daisy is shocked when she meets her friends one night and it appears to be New Year’s Eve – in the future. Even more amazingly, Daisy is holding hands with a man she can feel is her true love.
At midnight they kiss…and it all fades away. The one detail about him she can clearly recall is that his watch was cracked.
So when she meets her new boss Joshua, she is shocked to see that his watch face is cracked. He must be her dream man!
The only problem is – she just can’t stand him.
Still, Daisy has faith in her vision and sets to work to turn them from enemies to lovers. They begin to date and Daisy follows the tiny clues from her dream, hell bent on making it come true.
But is he really her perfect man? Or is she chasing after the wrong Prince Charming?
My Daughter ‘s Keeper By Sheila Norton
You’d know if something was wrong… wouldn’t you? But danger doesn’t always wear a mask – it can hide in plain sight.
After a difficult break-up, my six-year-old Daisy is finally settling into life in two homes. She’s spending more time with her dad, his wealthy and glamorous partner Kirsty, and her new stepsisters, Amelia and Freya. She seems happier. More relaxed. Like she’s finally found her place.
It should be everything I ever wanted for her. So why does it feel like I’m losing her?
Then Daisy confesses something that stops me cold. Something I can’t ignore. That Amelia isn’t kind. Behind closed doors, she’s cruel. Violent even.
Everyone says it’s just normal sibling tension. A bit of jealousy. But the more I try to dismiss it, the harder it becomes to shake the feeling that something is deeply, dangerously wrong.
What would you do if your child told you they were being hurt by someone you trusted? Would you risk everything to protect them – even if no one believes you?
Game Changer By Deanna Faison
Ethan is tired of being known as the guy with no future. So, a new college and a part-time gig of coaching a youth football team gives him just the motivation he needs…until Maya Garcia, the girl who broke his heart, moves in next door!
Maya is looking for a fresh start. She’s finally away from the expectations of her parents and is already the life of the party. Yet all she can think about is fixing things with Ethan and trying to ignore the feelings that she’s been hiding for so long.
But as Maya and Ethan try to be friends again, lines begin to blur once more. Soon the two have to decide if they are going to continue to play by the rules set by those around them – or change the game completely and finally choose each other…
To shield his sister from media attention, Prince Raul needs to distract the press—what better way than a royal engagement? Sofia is the perfect candidate for his fake fiancée. She’s beautiful and caring and their friendship is completely platonic. Or so he thought… Pretending to be in love for a Canadian crown tour should have been easy, but beyond the spotlight, an unexpected chemistry sparks between them. Yet Raul knows he can’t inflict his duty-bound existence on Sofia for good. Even if he is tempted to trade their ruse for something more…
This is a contemporary romance featuring Prince Raul of Vesovia, who convinces his sister’s best friend, Sofia, to pose as his fiancée to divert media attention from a royal scandal. As they embark on a Canadian crown tour, their once-platonic relationship grows complicated by unexpected emotions.
While the novel follows familiar romance tropes like fake engagement and friends-to-lovers, Singh adds depth through themes of personal sacrifice and royal duty. Readers who enjoy lighthearted romance with a touch of royal intrigue will find this an engaging read, though the storyline remains fairly predictable. Overall, it’s a charming and heartfelt novel perfect for contemporary romance fans.
Cocktail waitress Kelsey Armitage needs her job on board the Callisthenes cruise ship. Nursing a broken heart and an empty bank account, her trust is destroyed and she’s vowed never to fall for a man again. Instead, she’s only in the mood for one-night stands. Not Happy Ever After’s.
But when a mysterious passenger orders a drink from her, she’s powerless to resist him. And soon one night turns into stolen and illicit moments at every opportunity. But romances with the passengers are strictly forbidden… and Kelsey is enjoying breaking all the rules.
Brooding billionaire Ari Callisthenes, heir to a Greek shipping line is undercover on his own cruise liner. His standards are impossibly high but his business is underperforming. He’s determined to find out why. However, he doesn’t expect the instantaneous chemistry with sexy cocktail waitress Kelsey or the whirlwind fling they find themselves entangled in. She awakens a part of himself he believed dead. But a future together is out of the question because he can’t tell her who he is…
This romance follows Ari Calliisthenes, the heir to a wealthy shipping empire, who goes undercover on one of his family’s cruise ships to investigate some internal issues. He never expects to fall for Kelsey Armitage, an Australian staff member with dreams of buying a seaside home for her and her mother.
Their fiery chemistry leads to a passionate one-night stand, but neither can ignore the deeper emotions that surface. As Ari fights to win Kelsey’s heart, their Cinderella-like love story unfolds, filled with desire, emotion, and an irresistible billionaire hero determined to make his perfect match his forever love.
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