A final request. A hidden past. A hope for the future.
When Faith loses her beloved father, famous TV historian Richard Macintire, she is baffled to receive a final letter which sends her on an intriguing quest across the freezing Yorkshire moors.
To help solve the puzzle, Faith enlists the help of George, Richard’s mysterious but rather handsome Welsh protégé, her best friend Ivy and Ivy’s chaotic labradoodle, Teasel.
As they set off across Yorkshire, hindered by Teasel’s disastrous antics, they begin to unravel Richard’s clues. What they discover makes Faith reconsider the father she idolised and the happy childhood she’d taken for granted. Because, despite being devoted to Faith, Richard had secrets. And if Faith can get to the bottom of them, with George by her side, then a whole new future could open up to her, and even an unexpected romance…
Blunt, difficult, too much—that’s how orthopedic specialist Sasha’s ex described her. Now, back in New Zealand, Sasha’s putting her heartbreak behind her. Admittedly, falling into a colleague’s lap on her first day at a new hospital isn’t a great start! Infuriatingly sunny physiotherapist and disability activist Cam is everything Sasha isn’t but secretly wishes she was. Maybe, then, taking a risk and acting on their magnetic chemistry might not be so terrifying? Dare she hope that Cam wants her—just the way she is?
This book is about two wounded but deeply compassionate people finding connection, healing, and love while working together in a small-town hospital in New Zealand. Amy Blythe delivers a thoughtful workplace romance filled with emotional depth, engaging medical detail, and a refreshing take on vulnerability and resilience.
Cam is the standout hero of the story—kind, generous, sincere, and wonderfully complex. Beneath his warmth and charm lies a man carrying insecurities and emotional scars, yet he never loses his quiet determination or compassion. The author does an excellent job portraying Cam’s physical challenges and the social barriers he faces, showing his daily experiences with honesty and sensitivity rather than turning them into melodrama. Watching him navigate life, work, and relationships felt authentic and deeply moving.
Sasha is equally compelling as a talented orthopedic surgeon still struggling with feelings of inadequacy after past emotional wounds. Their relationship develops naturally, balancing tenderness, attraction, and mutual respect without relying on unnecessary drama. The hospital setting, supportive secondary characters, and detailed look into both professions added richness to the story. Although Sasha’s orthopedic specialization occasionally felt broad, the novel remains a heartfelt, intelligent, and emotionally satisfying read.
Lucie is overworked and underappreciated. She’s sick of putting her life on hold to be available to her boss 24/7, all in the hopes of finally landing her dream job as a film producer. When she gets the chance to fly to New York and work on a major movie script she’s determined not to let anything, or anyone, stand in her way.
Elliot is overlooked and overqualified. If he can re-work the script into something award-worthy, he’ll finally get the chance to direct his own films. The stakes couldn’t be higher, so the last thing he needs is some upstart amateur from London swooping in.
Cue the bickering and late-night rewrites. The more Lucie and Elliot are forced together the more sparks begin to fly, and soon they realise they might just make the perfect pair— but, soon they’ll find themselves tested in ways they never could have imagined …
Can they come together to script their very own happily-ever-after, or is this love story destined to end in tragedy?
This book is about ambition, creative dreams, and the messy, irresistible chemistry that develops when two overworked assistants are forced to collaborate in the high-pressure world of filmmaking. Set between London and New York, it delivers a witty workplace rom-com packed with sharp banter, slow-burn tension, and plenty of heart.
Lucie and Elliot are instantly entertaining together. Their constant disagreements, sarcastic exchanges, and reluctant teamwork create the kind of enemies-to-lovers dynamic that feels both believable and addictive. What makes the romance especially satisfying is how naturally it evolves. The shift from irritation to affection never feels rushed, allowing their emotional connection to grow alongside their professional ambitions.
The film industry backdrop adds energy and charm to the story, while the career stakes keep the plot engaging beyond the romance itself. Lucie’s determination to escape her exhausting assistant role and Elliot’s hopes of directing give the story emotional grounding and purpose.
Although Elliot’s perspective could have added even more depth, the novel still succeeds as a charming, heartfelt rom-com with lovable characters, sparkling dialogue, and a deeply satisfying ending.
Known for its natural beauty, holiday-themed Noel, North Carolina, isn’t just the country’s second largest producer of Christmas trees, it’s a warm, welcoming community, as one visitor on a challenging journey is about to discover . . .
By the time 25-year-old single mom Nicole Vaughn pulls her RV into Noel she’s at the final stop of a momentous road trip with her daughter, Kyle. Born with a heart defect, 8-year-old Kyle is now in need of a life-saving donor heart. Nicky holds out hope, but she knows the road ahead won’t be easy. Determined to make this Christmas rich and exciting, she’s traversed the U.S. to show Kyle the country’s natural wonders. But now Nicky’s out of money and needs a job. At the Frosted Firs Ranch, she finds much more.
26-year-old bull rider and ranch co-owner, Tucker Reed, left the rodeo circuit to help his widowed brother, Nate, run the business and adjust to single fatherhood. Seven years later, Nate has found love again and will be married on Christmas Eve. Tucker is raring to return to the circuit. . . . Until an enigmatic brunette with a spine of steel enters the picture. Then Tucker’s heart is stolen a second time by Nicky’s brave little girl.
Soon Tucker is visiting the RV daily, dazzling Kyle with rodeo stories. And when he and Nicky share an unexpected kiss, it reveals an undeniable passion. But Nicky is wary, and Tucker, too, wonders if he’s good enough—or capable of supporting Nicky and Kyle through the hardest of times. Yet, love brings risks. As Christmas Eve approaches, can they find the courage to face those risks together?
Mad About You By Heidi Stephens
When an unexpected gift hands her a countryside cottage and a chance to rewrite her story at forty-three. . .
At forty-three, Meg’s life has drifted off course. Living back with her parents, with her career on hold, and making ends meet walking other people’s dogs, her days are quiet, simple – and slowly running out of meaning.
But everything changes when one of her clients dies and inexplicably leaves Meg her beautiful Cotswold house…along with three gloriously unruly dogs, and a note bearing the name of the local vet: Ed.
Ed is kind, intuitive, and frustratingly off-limits. But as Meg steps into a life she never asked for – surrounded by muddy boots, horses, and the weight of someone else’s legacy – she begins to realise this unexpected inheritance might just be the greatest gift of all.
To Trust A Rancher By Alexis Morgan
Can an unexpected homecoming…
Lead to happily-ever-after?
Moving to her hometown gives Brynn Hart a chance to build a stable life for herself and her two young children. The only hitch? Rhys Calland, the handsome soldier-turned-ranch-hand, has her intrigued, despite her reservations. While Lucy and Teddy adore spending time with him, she focuses on her job as business manager for the ranch. Like Brynn, Rhys is divorced and guarding his heart. Unlike Brynn, he’s only passing through Dunbar. When a threat from her past resurfaces, she’s determined to handle things alone. But Rhys failed his ex and can’t stand by without trying to help Brynn. Can she put past mistakes behind her and trust him—and possibly build a future for them all?
Krista is the busiest bee in Maple Falls. Her buzzing café ‘The Hot Honey Hideaway’ doesn’t leave her with much time for romance. Until she meets Joe, the mysterious new guy with smoldering eyes… Can she open her heart to a man who’s only staying a few weeks?
Joe’s never felt like he belongs. Until he’s working shifts at Krista’s café—losing battles with steamed milk, distracted by her bright eyes and runaway hair. He’s all easy charm, she’s all caffeine and chaos. Somehow, they just work and soon sparks aren’t just coming from the espresso machine…
But time is running out. He’ll soon be back on the road, and Krista’s dream café is on the brink of having to close its doors forever. Can Krista and Joe save the hideaway? And could a summer fling turn into love for a lifetime?
This book is about two people from completely different worlds learning that stepping into someone else’s shoes can change everything. It delivers a charming, heartfelt small-town romance filled with humor, warmth, and emotional growth.
The job-swap premise between Krista and Joe is genuinely entertaining and creates plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, but the story also carries surprising emotional depth. Watching Krista juggle her overwhelming responsibilities while slowly learning to breathe and trust others made her incredibly relatable. Joe, meanwhile, is the standout of the novel. His patience, kindness, and willingness to challenge himself make him an easy character to root for, and his personal growth throughout the week feels authentic and rewarding.
Despite taking place over only a short period, the romance never feels rushed. The pacing keeps the story engaging while allowing the connection between Krista and Joe to develop naturally. The returning Maple Falls side characters add extra charm without stealing focus, especially Kit, who brings humor and heart to every scene. Overall, this is a cozy, uplifting romance that balances sweetness, chemistry, and self-discovery beautifully.
Moving back home was never part of Lia’s plan. But then again, neither was everything falling apart. Now she’s back in the seaside town she swore she’d outgrown – living with her parents, sleeping in her teenage bedroom, and trying not to think too hard about the life she left behind in London.
At first, it’s exactly as she feared: the same pub, the same people, the same routines. Comfortingly familiar and yet completely suffocating. Until one slightly chaotic night leads to her getting locked in a pub toilet with a handsome stranger. He’s charming, funny, mysterious – and gone before she even learns his name.
In a town this small, he’s bound to turn up eventually – but when he does, Lia realises it’s going to be far more complicated than she thought.
When her past and present start to collide, Lia has a choice: keep chasing the life she thought she wanted, or stay put and see what happens when the sparks start flying.
Penny Huff and Jack Craig are neighbors by floor plan…and enemies by choice.
Thanks to a tragically thin wall in their NYC apartment building, Penny knows far too much about Jack—like his taste in too-loud music, the noxious fumes from his kitchen, and his habit of suspiciously aggressive vacuuming. And she knows all about the tearful brunette fleeing his apartment the day he moved in—the one crying about her cheating ex. Not even Jack’s piratical charm can undo what Penny knows: the man is bad news.
When her attempt to get the wall soundproofed literally blows a hole in it, the two are forced into a DIY disaster that traps them in each other’s lives…and spaces. With eviction looming, prank wars escalating, and unexpected sparks flying, Penny starts to suspect her insufferable neighbor might just be the plot twist her love life needs.
This book is about two stubborn neighbours whose constant bickering slowly transforms into something far more tender, emotional, and impossible to ignore. It delivers a charming slow-burn romance packed with humour, vulnerability, and genuine emotional growth.
Penny is trying hard to build a stable life in New York, even while struggling with pressure from her mother and the realities of city living. Her biggest problem, however, is Jack—the frustratingly attractive neighbour she can hear through paper-thin walls. Their rivalry quickly becomes entertaining, filled with petty competitions and sharp banter, but once an accident forces them into close quarters, the emotional walls between them begin to crack too.
What makes this story stand out is how imperfect and human the characters feel. Penny and Jack both make mistakes, yet their personal growth feels believable and rewarding. The supporting cast also adds depth instead of simply cheering the romance along. The slow-burn tension is deliciously drawn out, making every vulnerable moment land beautifully. Lumani also weaves Armenian family dynamics and culture into the story with warmth, humour, and authenticity.
After a disastrous one-night stand, a last-minute destination wedding seems like the perfect escape. Until she sees the sleeping arrangements…
Wedding photographer Mira Maxwell thought hooking up with Hudson Hayes—the charming bartender who’s been making her laugh for weeks—was the perfect escape from her imploding career. But when she wakes up in the morning, she discovers he isn’t quite as strings-free as he appeared…
Desperate to get away, Mira accepts a last-minute invitation to shoot a friend’s wedding in the Grand Tetons. But Hudson is one of the guests. And to make it even more awkward? She has to share a room with him…and his girlfriend.
Hudson thought dealing with his clingy ex-girlfriend would be the worst part of his stepbrother’s wedding. But after Mira turns up in his room, even disastrous boat trips, bear spray incidents, and escalating family drama can’t hold a candle to his biggest challenge: proving himself to Mira.
At a wedding where everything’s gone wrong, the question is: can anything go right?
This book is about unexpected love, emotional vulnerability, and the chaos that unfolds when two people with undeniable chemistry are forced to confront what went wrong between them. It delivers a romance that feels deeply authentic, blending heartfelt emotion with laugh-out-loud comedy in the most effortless way.
Mira and Hudson share the kind of connection that grows quietly through late-night conversations and familiar routines, making their relationship feel intimate long before romance truly begins. Their misunderstanding adds emotional tension without feeling overly dramatic, and being thrown together again at a destination wedding in Wyoming creates the perfect setup for awkward encounters, hilarious disasters, and unresolved feelings.
What makes this story stand out is the way love is portrayed not as something grand and unrealistic, but as comfort, understanding, and choosing someone fully despite imperfections. The wedding chaos keeps the story entertaining, while the emotional depth gives it lasting impact.
The writing is warm, witty, and incredibly immersive, with characters whose fears, hopes, and personal growth feel real. This is a romance filled with humor, heart, and beautifully messy moments.
She can plan everyone else’s happy ever after… but what about her own?
Ellie thought she was starting over. After her long-term relationship collapses and her career implodes, she was braving a new chapter on her own, setting up a wedding planning business in her beautiful Cotswold village.
But when her ex walks away with almost everything she owns, Ellie’s carefully rebuilt world begins to crack. Just as she’s clinging to her last lifeline, planning her first wedding at the idyllic Pennycress Inn, fate throws the biggest complication yet into her path.
Murray. The man who broke her heart. The love she never truly let go.
Murray is back, working as a carpenter at the inn, and determined to ‘clear the air’. As the days tick forwards towards the Pennycress wedding, Ellie must juggle the needs of her clients with new revelations from her old love, and a fresh spark of hope…
This book is about Ellie, who is forced to rebuild her life after her boyfriend’s betrayal, a collapsed business partnership, and the daunting challenge of starting her own wedding planning venture from scratch. Sarah Hope delivers a heartwarming contemporary romance set in the beloved Pennycress Inn world, where fresh starts, community spirit, and emotional healing take centre stage. Ellie’s journey is especially compelling as she moves from heartbreak and uncertainty toward confidence, independence, and self-belief, making her an easy character to root for throughout.
The second chance romance between Ellie and Murray adds real emotional depth to the story. Their shared past lingers in every interaction, creating a gentle tension filled with unresolved feelings, nostalgia, and tender vulnerability. Murray’s return to the village stirs up old emotions for Ellie, and their gradual reconnection feels both realistic and satisfying rather than rushed.
The setting is another highlight, with its cosy village charm, scenic countryside backdrop, and dreamy wedding preparations bringing warmth to every chapter. Familiar characters from previous instalments, including Laura and Jackson, add a comforting sense of continuity and community.
Overall, this is a beautifully uplifting read full of friendship, romance, and hope, perfect for fans of cosy small-town love stories and emotional second chances.
When Sarah breaks her leg, her only thought is how on earth she’ll get to the south of France for her beloved son’s wedding. She’s been told not to fly, and the train route involves many changes – not ideal when you can barely walk.
There’s only one person she can turn to. Her son’s father, Hal. The pair were teenage sweethearts when Sarah fell pregnant, and he’s always been in his son’s life. Only his parenting style is more ‘fun uncle’ than serious dad; all the ‘proper parenting’ has been left to Sarah. He’s oblivious. She’s furious.
But she’s out of options. And Hal is happy to drive her, with one proviso: they’re taking the scenic route, in his battered VW camper van.
Now, two people – whose lives have only been intertwined through their child for more than twenty years – are about to find out there is far more of a journey ahead for them than either could possibly anticipate…
This book is about Hal and Sarah, estranged co-parents who reluctantly embark on a road trip to the Riviera for a family wedding, where old feelings, humour, and emotional healing gradually resurface. Gillian Harvey delivers a warm, conversational contemporary fiction that blends travel, family dynamics, and slow-burn romance without relying on instant sparks. The journey unfolds at an easy, well-paced rhythm, allowing readers to sit with the characters’ history and the practical realities of raising their son, Louis, across two lives. Hal’s attachment to his battered VW and the evolving presence of Vivian add texture and charm, grounding the story in everyday life rather than idealised romance. What stands out is the organic development of reconnection, as love is rediscovered through shared responsibility, memories, and small acts of understanding rather than dramatic declarations. The narrative also highlights parenting reflections, especially the reassurance that imperfect efforts still create a loved and secure child. This is an engaging, heartfelt read that feels honest, mature, and quietly uplifting conclusion that lingers warmly after finishing, with the journey staying long after reading ends beautifully.
