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''What a delight! This book has it all: a grumpy, brooding hero, a relatable vulnerable yet sassy heroine, and a hot romance. A really hot romance. It starts as a slow burn and then explodes across the page'' Lilac Mills, author of The Tanglewood BookshopFALLING IN LOVE WASN’T ON THE CURRICULUMLila Cartwright is thriving after dumping her toxic ex – well, mostly. That is, until she bumps into him and his new girlfriend, forcing her to grab the nearest man and introduce him as her boyfriend. Unfortunately, that man is her infuriatingly moody (yet undeniably attractive) colleague, Rhys Aubrey.Rhys isn’t Lila’s biggest fan either, but when he needs to convince his family that he’s excelling in both work and love, striking a deal with her suddenly makes sense.As their fake relationship unfolds, the lines between pretence and reality blur. Can they keep up the act, or is there something real beneath the rivalry?

From the author of the BBC Radio 2 Book Club Recommended Read, The Tin Nose Shop.When homeless Johnny saves the life of a beautiful young stranger one Christmas Eve, against all the odds the two of them fall in love. But her wealthy father is horrified and does everything in his power to separate them — and so when Elizabeth discovers she is pregnant, the baby is given away without Johnny even knowing of his existence.Twenty years later, their son, lost and looking for answers, is drawn into his unknown parents’ love story — and also finds love for himself.

''A captivating and gorgeously written tale of nostalgia and renewal'' Sophie Hannah''A warm and heartfelt examination of what attracts us to others and what keeps us connected over the years'' Catherine Simpson''A perfectly woven story of past and present friendships'' Valerie GriffinApril Zarney was ten when her best friend, Elena, disappeared. It was July 1974 and rumour was that Elena’s family had headed back home to war-torn Cyprus.Thirty years later, with two failed marriages behind her and her career as concert pianist in jeopardy, April decides to run away to Cyprus to find out what really happened to her friend.Letters From Elena is a love story exploring family, identity and displacement through the faulty memories of three generations of women, each on a journey to make sense of their lives and the world around them.''An evocative and mesmerising tale of three generations of women, Letters from Elena sweeps you into the heart of Cyprus'' Lucy O''Callaghan''A truly immersive read'' Ruth O''Leary''A masterful, melodic symphony of words that will enthral readers from start to finish'' Clo Carey''Full of love, acceptance and ultimately, hope. A perfect read'' Sharon Black

''Pacy, absorbing and intelligent'' Chris LloydEngland 1562. Elizabeth''s court is besieged by scandal and Catholic plots, when a young German prince arrives in England claiming to be the son of Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves - and so the rightful King. His letters, looks, and jewels seem to prove his case.As a poison spreads and old secrets unravel, Doctor John Dee and his apprentice, Margaretta, must uncover the truth behind the prince''s origins.Their investigation spans England and German as they uncover forbidden love, revenge, betrayal and a plot against the Tudor Dynasty. But will they uncover the truth in time to save the queen''s throne?

''Entertaining and illuminating, this is odds-on to recalibrate your reasoning about every threat and opportunity. The only risk would be not to read it'' Quentin Cooper, science journalist and host of BBC Radio 4''s Material World''A must-read for anyone who wants to know about the risks we run in this highly complex world we''re living in'' Vincent Doumeizel, author of The Seaweed Revolution''I have been studying risk for more than sixty years and have seen a lot of books on the subject... Running The Risk is one of the best'' Professor Paul Slovic, founder and president of Decision Research''A genuinely fabulous book... my bet is that this book will be talked about for years to come'' Professor Richard Clegg, chairman of the Institute for the Public Understanding of Risk, National University of SingaporeCrossing the road, sitting next to someone on the subway who might have a virus, or going out at night alone, we are surrounded by hidden risks. Running The Risk delves into the fabric of our daily existence, posing crucial questions about the risks we face, what we need to know about them, and what we can do to engineer a safer, more resilient future.From the roots of the concept of risk to new threats brought by climate change, each chapter unfolds a captivating narrative, weaving together major historical incidents and topical news events. Explore the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and how it transformed the way we prepare for disasters. Travel to Fukushima and witness the importance of listening to our ancestors. Uncover the way coastal communities are adapting to rising sea levels in Indonesia. Dive into the digital realm with the Cambridge Analytica scandal, revealing a new era of digital risk and anxiety.Through riveting storytelling, Running the Risk invites readers to reflect on the risks we navigate in a rapidly changing world and understand the global implications of interconnected threats. This exploration of risk is not just an exposé: it''s a guide to building resilience, making informed choices, and ultimately leading safer, healthier, happier lives.''A well-rounded book that draws on history in a thought-provoking way'' Claire Fox, Baroness Fox of Buckley, panellist on BBC Radio 4''s The Moral Maze and Director of the Academy of Ideas

''A love letter to loss and pain, shot through with great beauty. The typography is gorgeous – full of little surprises. Don''t miss it'' Laura Pearson''Beautifully written'' Gráinne Murphy''A poignant and beautifully written exploration of the psyche of grief and loss'' Pam Williams''Heartbreaking and darkly funny, a beautifully crafted study in grief, memory, and love'' Eirnie LapidakiHis wife is dead.His beloved daughter has been lost to a dangerous cult.And now time is running out to rebuild their relationship. Haunted by his failings as a son, a husband and, most of all, as a father, he is desperate to try and make things right before it''s too late.Told through fragments of memory The Absolutes captures the essence of hope in the face of loss as one man struggles to come to terms with his past.