April 2026 – My Sanctuary

Happy Publication Day – 2 April 2026

How To Defy Your Boss By Leslie North

The Hating Game meets Ticket to Paradise—if the grumpy cruise ship billionaire you drunkenly married also happens to be your boss… and your new co-parent.

For one reckless, rum-soaked night, I decide to let my hair down. I wake up married.To my boss.

Logan Ashford is a cruise ship magnate with a spotless reputation, a lethal jawline, and an ego bigger than his floating palace. Cold. Controlled. Allergic to chaos.

I’m the ship’s daycare worker. Too sunny. Too opinionated. Too unimpressed by his cufflinks and control issues.And somehow now Admiral Grump’s wife.

The plan is simple: keep it quiet, annul it fast, and move on.Except his six-year-old son announces our marriage to the entire ship like a human TikTok gone viral.

Now the press is circling, the crew is whispering, and nothing says ”’family-friendly brand disaster’ like secretly marrying an employee. So Logan proposes a deal. Smile for the guests. Hold hands for the press. Pretend our late-night arguments aren’t charged with heat.

The marriage is fake.The arrangement is temporary.And falling for my grumpy, infuriatingly attractive husband is absolutely not part of the plan.…Right?

Review Card & Book Review- Never Too Late By Maxine Morrey

Every moment of your life is a second chance…

Kitty Collins was once a confident, carefree fashion history student living her best life in Paris. But then Tomas Laurent broke her heart and she retreated back to England.

A year later, Kitty’s a married stay-at-home mum and those big hopes and dreams have been replaced by nappy changes, school runs and dinner parties for her husband’s Academia colleagues.

Now fifty and recently divorced, Kitty is empowered to embrace single life and finally makes plans with Sasha, her daughter, to return to the city that stole her heart to move forward with her life.

But when a chance encounter awakens feelings she’d forgotten she had Kitty begins to wonder whether the ghosts of Paris should be left in the past.

With the help of old friends and new friends, can Kitty discover the woman she’s supposed to be and fall in love with the City of Light once more?

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My Review

This is a touching, uplifting tale about reinvention, resilience, and the courage to start over at any age. After her marriage ends, fifty-year-old Kitty feels adrift, unsure of what comes next. A spontaneous trip to India sparks something within her—renewed curiosity, confidence, and a sense of possibility. From there, she finds herself drawn back to Paris, a city tied to bittersweet memories and a love she once vowed to forget.

Morrey writes with warmth and emotional authenticity, allowing readers to journey with Kitty as she rediscovers who she is beyond the labels of wife and mother. The story is rich with vivid settings, from the sensory wonder of India to the romantic charm of Paris, making it as much a travel experience as a journey of self-renewal.

Filled with gentle humor, poignant reflections, and hope, this novel celebrates second chances and the beauty of midlife transformations. Perfect for readers who enjoy heartfelt, mature romances that remind us it’s never too late to chase joy—or to fall in love again.

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Happy Publication Day – 1 April 2026

Maybe It’s Fate By Heidi McLaughlin

The only thing that could pull Antonia Bernardi away from her high-powered career is her lifelong best friend. And with two children and a cruel prognosis, Miriam Vaughn needs her now more than ever.

Antonia drops everything—her job, her relationship—to be there for the Vaughns. Playing mom to Miriam’s teenage son and seven-year-old daughter is a tall order made heavier by grief. But the kids need her, and she needs them.

Then there’s the boy’s coach and mentor, former MLB star Weston Schmidt. He’s a pillar of support, a safe space for Antonia to rest. But there’s too much going on to even think about romance … or maybe that’s exactly why they should.

Adjusting to life without her best friend, Antonia leans into her new role as guardian, doing work she loves and repairing the old farmhouse Miriam cherished. Nothing can stop the world from spinning—but Antonia has every reason to keep on going.

Love Blooms At The Cornish Cottage By Kim Nash

💔 How do you mend a broken heart? 💔

Michelle finally thought she’d found love with her hot Greek doctor. But when Demetri reveals he’s returning home to care for his sick mother, Michelle’s dream future crumbles. Choosing not to follow him feels like losing more than just love – it feels like losing who she’d started to become.

Determined not to fall apart, Michelle decides to throw herself into rebuilding her life in Sandpiper Shore, but then unexpectedly, Demetri’s brother, Makkis, arrives on her doorstep. Offering him a room seems like the kind thing to do… but the constant reminder of her lost love is difficult for her heartbroken soul.

And the more time she spends with Makkis, the clearer it becomes: there are parts of Demetri she never knew… Just as Michelle starts to heal with a little help from her friends, she’s faced with a decision: fight for the love she knows she deserves, or finally learn how to let go…

Review Card & Book Review- The Secret Mistletoe Promise By Cressida McLaughlin

Is a new beginning waiting for her this Christmas?

When Imogen leaves her fiancé at the altar and escapes to her grandmother’s cottage by the sea, the only thing she wants to do is disappear.

But in a village curious about their new arrival, Imogen finds hiding out harder than expected, especially with the charming local baker Dexter around to distract her.

As secrets unravel and the festive season draws near, Imogen wonders if she’s been running from the wrong things all along.

Will the runaway bride find her happy ever after under the mistletoe?

About The Author

My Review

This is a heartwarming, feel-good festive romance filled with charm, community spirit, and self-discovery. When Imogen flees her wedding and seeks refuge with her gran in the idyllic coastal village of Mistingham, she’s hoping for space to heal—but instead finds herself swept into the warmth and bustle of small-town life.

Set against twinkling lights and seaside charm, this second installment in The Secret Bookshop series captures the magic of fresh starts and the comfort of community. McLaughlin’s writing sparkles with gentle humor and emotional honesty as Imogen learns to rediscover herself, her passions, and what love truly means. Returning readers will enjoy catching up with familiar faces, while newcomers can easily enjoy it as a standalone.

Imogen is a relatable heroine—flawed, brave, and easy to root for—and the supporting cast adds a lovely dose of festive cheer. With its cozy setting, uplifting message, and a sprinkle of holiday magic, The Secret Mistletoe Promise is the perfect escapist read to curl up with by the fire this Christmas.

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