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A feelgood Christmas love story set in a gorgeous country village, perfect for fans of Milly Johnson and Heidi Swain. Previously published as "A Way Back Home". After recent heartbreak, Skye Jackson is homeless and on the road with only a classic Airstream trailer to her name. A surprise inheritance of a rundown little lodge in the grounds of beautiful Willow Tree Hall forces her to change her plans. The only problem is that the lodge is co-owned by care-free playboy Will Harris, currently in hiding after a recent tabloid scandal.

Lucy needed a change of scene. She didn't expect the change of a lifetime. Doctors Without Borders has been Lucy Young’s life for the past four years. After an emergency extraction from a conflict zone, she's making a change from saving lives under gunfire to practising medicine in safe, serene Siena. Now treating obscenely wealthy patients at a private clinic, she's never felt less comfortable. She’s used to helping those in dire need - not those in need of a nip and tuck.

Tressa Buckland is perfectly content with her quiet life in the seaside village of Port Lowdy, where colourful cottages overlook the sea and her only constant companion is her cat, Ginger Pickles. Dan Byrne, once a fiery Dublin columnist, needs a fresh start after his career implodes. When Dan strides into Port Lowdy, Tressa's calm routine is thrown off course. He's curious, outspoken, and impossible to ignore. Though opposites in every way, together they might uncover stories—and feelings—they never expected.

Was macht man, nachdem man von seinem Verlobten vor dem Traualtar stehen gelassen wurde? Für Fiona ist die Antwort klar: Sie wagt einen Neuanfang und zieht mit ihrer Tochter Tara in eine idyllische Kleinstadt an der Westküste Irlands, um sich ihren Traum vom eigenen Brautmodengeschäft zu erfüllen. Von den Einwohnern wird sie freundlich aufgenommen – außer von ihrem Nachbarn Cillian. Dieser ist verschlossen, launisch und nur zu seinen Alpakas nett.

Auf dem Apfelhof stehen zwei große Veränderungen an: In einem neuen Tiny House können Familien künftig direkt auf der Alpakawiese übernachten. Außerdem bietet Frida Malkurse an – wenn nur die Alpakas auch mal stillhalten würden und nicht ständig Unsinn im Kopf hätten – genau wie der kleine Hundewelpe. Währenddessen haben Lena und Mike beschlossen, einfach nur Freunde zu sein. Das passt Emma, Lisa und Miri gar nicht – also schmieden sie einen Plan und überreden die beiden zu einem Ausflug an die Nordsee. Ob sich Lena und Mike bei einem Strandfest endlich näherkommen?

Die introvertierte Archivarin Eloise führt in Londons British Library ein stilles Leben zwischen vergilbten Seiten und den Geschichten, die sie so liebt. Als sie der charismatischen, aber distanzierten Anneli begegnet, beginnt etwas in ihr zu klingen, das sie längst vergessen glaubte. Anneli steht als Frontfrau »Raven« mit der weltberühmten Metalband Ravens Reign im Rampenlicht und auf den großen Bühnen der Welt. Ihr Leben ist ein ständiger Kraftakt zwischen Selbstinszenierung und Selbstschutz – und das letzte, was sie riskieren darf, ist zu viel Nähe.

Als Beth ihren Job in Venedig verliert, scheint ihr Traum vom Glück endgültig geplatzt. Bis sie zufällig auf einen zum Verkauf stehenden Bücherkahn stößt – und auf Marco. Der leidenschaftliche Kunstförderer ist der Einzige, der Beth helfen kann, ihren Traum einer schwimmenden Buchhandlung zu verwirklichen. Zwischen Bücherstapeln, Espressoduft und venezianischen Sonnenuntergängen sprühen die Funken – doch schaffen sie es auch, sich ihren inneren Ängsten zu stellen?

Single mother Emelie swaps city bustle for the peaceful rhythms of Sardinön, a tiny Swedish island where life is never quite as quiet as it seems. Managing the community centre, juggling three spirited daughters, and nurturing a secret romance with Andreas, the local gardener, Emelie quickly discovers that Sardinön is home to a delightfully quirky cast of characters. From yoga-loving potters and tango-dancing widows to saw-playing musicians and a tap-dancing council inspector, the island buzzes with charm.

Heartbreak is off the menu for Callie Fulbright. After one romance too many has gone wrong, she vows to put love behind her and channel all her energy into her dream venture: the Cosy Kettle café. With cherry tarts, piping hot tea, and a generous dose of small-town charm, business is booming—until her ex, the devastatingly handsome Noah, waltzes back into Honeyford. Memories resurface, old sparks fly, and Callie finds herself wondering if love deserves a second shot. But just as her heart begins to thaw, sabotage threatens the Cosy Kettle's reputation—and all clues point toward Noah.

Als Isabella ihren Verlobten mit einer anderen Frau im Bett erwischt und auch noch ihren Job verliert, fährt sie kurzerhand zu ihrer besten Freundin in die süddeutsche Provinz. Schon am ersten Tag ihres neuen Lebens trifft sie den unwiderstehlichen Chris. Wie magisch fühlt sich Isabella zu ihm hingezogen – und entgegen aller Vernunft beginnt sie mit dem ehemaligen Profisportler eine lockere Beziehung. Isabella ist von ihrem Gefühlschaos vollkommen verwirrt: Nach dem Vertrauensbruch mit ihrem Ex-Verlobten hat sie sich doch geschworen, keinen Mann mehr in ihr Leben zu lassen.

The perfect escape on the French Riviera. Sun, sea and secrets... After a disagreement with a billionaire, architect Jess Milton is ‘let go’ from her job. However fortune intervenes - an elderly client asks Jess to dog-sit overweight, but loveable dog Brutus in St. Tropez. Fed up with the mega-rich, Jess is reluctant to visit the playground of billionaires, but an all-expenses-paid trip and the promise of sunshine seals the deal. Little does Jess know how much time she’ll be spending with the family living in St. Tropez.

Christa Playfoot is looking for a fresh start after her divorce. Having lost her Michelin-starred restaurant, she hadn't expected to be job hunting and single just before Christmas. When her best friend says she's recommended Christa for a gig as a private chef over the Christmas period, Christa can't think of a reason to say no. Christa has no idea what to expect but it's certainly not grumpy billionaire divorcee Marc Ferrier and his rambunctious twin sons, or the beautiful but cheerless country estate, Pudding Hall, that they inhabit.

Her work has got in the way of relationships before but never like this. Annas job as a geologist takes her all over the world, including to the beautiful island of Elba, where shes sent to look for precious metals. And the island isnt the only thing thats gorgeous she cant believe her luck when she meets windsurfer Marco and sparks fly. But Anna must keep her role on Elba a secret to avoid upsetting the locals, which means lying to Marco even as they grow closer. When her old friend Toby visits, Anna suddenly finds herself torn between the attentions of the two men. However, Annas not the only one keeping secrets.

A lost girl. A mysterious house in Ireland. An invitation that changes everything. Twenty years ago, at the end of a hot long Irish summer, three sisters walk down to the cool lake at their home, Swan Hall. As Maeve and Aisling watch their beautiful younger sister Nuala laughing and splashing, it is hard to hide their envy of her. But later that morning, when Nuala drowns, they are devastated. Now, as Iris scatters the ashes of her beloved mother Aisling onto the golden leaves of Central Park, she feels very alone.

One stormy night. One act of kindness. One chance to change everything. Five hundred acres of gorgeous California land is a life-changer for cousins Cash, Jace, and Sawyer—and a surprising chance for each of them to find a game-changing love ... Sheriff Jace Dalton doesn't have room for complications. Between raising two lively boys, fighting for reelection, and keeping the family ranch afloat, his days are already worked to the bone. Then he finds Charlotte Holcomb stranded on a back road, her car packed and her eyes shadowed with secrets.

Cash, Jace, and Sawyer. Three rugged cousins. One inherited California ranch. And more surprises than they ever bargained for… After months of chasing stories as an investigative journalist, Sawyer Dalton just wants to lie low at Dry Creek Ranch. But thanks to his mother, his barn loft is now home to Gina DeRose—a beautiful, scandal-shadowed celebrity chef who’s hiding from the headlines.

Escape to the frost-sparkling Yorkshire Dales for some festive fun under the mistletoe! It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas for costume shop owner Becky Finn. Leaving London to move back home to the twinkly rural village of Egglethwaite, she plans to build a new life for herself with fiancé, Cole. Keen to raise funds for the struggling village hall she loved as a child, Becky finds herself at the head of a colourful group aiming to revive the Egglethwaite Christmas pantomime.

When all is lost, can love lead to a better future? One December wedding. One runaway bride. One winter's day to bring everyone together again. Today is the day Caro and Cammy are due to walk down the aisle. But Caro's too caught up in the trauma of her past to contemplate their happy ever after. Stacey's decision to return from L.A. is fuelled by one thing – telling Cammy how she feels, before it's too late. Wedding planner, Josie, needs to sort the whole mess out, but she's just been dealt some devastating news. Can she get through the day without spilling her secret?

On a frosty December morning, lifelong friends Shauna and Lulu touch down at Glasgow Airport, determined to unearth answers from their shared past. George knows his time is running out, but can he face the two regrets that have haunted him most? Meanwhile, his grandson Tom makes a discovery that shakes his world—and the courage to track down "the one that got away" might be his only solace. And single mum Chrissie is ready to reawaken her love life, but can anyone rival the man who once shattered her heart?

Fair Play is a poignant portrayal of the intricacies of love and work through the lens of two women, both accomplished artists, whose intimate relationship defied societal norms. Set against the backdrop of Helsinki and summers on their remote island paradise, Jansson weaves together the nuanced details of the women's creative lives, offering a rich tapestry of their daily routines, artistic process, and innermost thoughts. Through the lens of their unique relationship, we witness a true example of progressive love, where generosity and respect are key to a beautiful and thriving partnership.