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The Bluff by Emma St. Clair
Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIt's hard to be professional when you hate and are attracted to your boss in equal measure... -
![Wife Support System by Kathleen Whyman]()
Wife Support System by Kathleen Whyman
Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWe’ve got the balance all wrong. Instead of living with our partners, struggling to do everything by ourselves and only seeing each other now and then, we should do it the other way round. We should live together and see them now and then.Erica knows her suggestion sounds extreme, but when her nanny leaves without notice, she’s extremely desperate... -
![Seaside Lovers by Melissa Foster]()
Seaside Lovers by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSEASIDE LOVERS is a USA TODAY BESTSELLERAfter months of long-distance communication, actress Parker Collins and artist Grayson Lacroux finally plan to reconnect in the seaside town of Wellfleet, Massachusetts. But Parker never shows, and weeks pass without a word, leaving Grayson to believe he's misinterpreted their budding relationship... -
![See You by Dawn Lee McKenna]()
See You by Dawn Lee McKenna
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSometimes the promise of something is so good that it's worth having, even when you know that you can't keep it. See You is not a romance, but it is a love story; one filled with the rawness of and risk and redemption and the dry humor that is the backbone of the South.Emma has loved Jack since she was a little girl... -
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![Stiff Suit by Tawna Fenske]()
Stiff Suit by Tawna Fenske
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsJames "Iceman" Bracelyn is wound tighter than a vintage Rolex. Besides his CEO role at Ponderosa Resort, he's guardian of the family's biggest secrets, including a doozy that keeps him up at night. Alone. In that big bed he'd rather not share, thank you very much. That's fine with Lily Archer, who likes her flings flaming hot and fleeting... -
![The Beach Trap by Ali Brady]()
The Beach Trap by Ali Brady
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsTwo best friends torn apart by a life-altering secret. They have one summer to set the record straight.When twelve-year-olds Kat Steiner and Blake O’Neill meet at Camp Chickawah, they have an instant connection. But everything falls apart when they learn they’re not just best friends—they’re also half-sisters. Confused and betrayed, their friendship instantly crumbles... -
![Seaside Embrace by Melissa Foster]()
Seaside Embrace by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsYou can always rely on Melissa Foster to deliver a story that's fresh, emotional and entertaining. Make sure you have all night, because once you start you won't want to stop reading. Every book's a winner!" --New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Novak "Like Nora Roberts, Melissa Foster has captivated me with her fantastic, sexy, romantic stories." --Kimberly Winning, avid reader... -
![Read, Write, Love by Melissa Foster]()
Read, Write, Love by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBestselling author Kurt Remington lives to write. He spends twelve hours a day in front of his computer, rarely leaving the seclusion of his beach-front property, where he's come to finish his latest thriller--that is, until free-spirited Leanna Bray nearly drowns in the ocean trying to save her dog. Kurt's best-laid plans are shot to hell when he comes to their rescue... -
![Another Love by Amanda Prowse]()
Another Love by Amanda Prowse
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF MY HUSBAND'S WIFE. In the early years, she was happy. Romilly loved her stunning house, her kind husband and gorgeous daughter. Sure, life was sometimes exhausting – but nothing that a large glass of wine at the end of the day couldn't fix. But then a glass of wine became a bottle; one bottle became two. Once, Romilly's family were everything to her... -
![The Cottage at Hope Cove by Hannah Ellis]()
The Cottage at Hope Cove by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe summer that changed everything... Lizzie Beaumont has it all: a great career, a wealthy fiancé, and the wedding of her dreams just months away. But when her fiancé puts work before her again, she sets off for a week in the picturesque town of Hope Cove. She’s hoping for time away from the chaos to find herself. Instead, she finds Max... -
![Bayside Heat by Melissa Foster]()
Bayside Heat by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBayside Heat is a USA Today BestsellerFall in love at Bayside, where sandy beaches, good friends, and true love come together in the sweet small towns of Cape Cod. Bayside Summers is a series of standalone steamy romance novels featuring alpha male heroes and sexy, empowered women. They're fun, flirty, flawed, deeply emotional, always passionate, and easy to relate to. In BAYSIDE HEAT.. -
![Fireworks over the Loch by Hannah Ellis]()
Fireworks over the Loch by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA sleepy Scottish village is about to be woken up … With her boyfriend moving to her hometown of Lannick, Leana Mackenzie is floating on cloud nine. All she needs now is for them to find a home of their own. Alasdair’s lack of interest in house-hunting soon has her worried.For Isla and Logan, moving in together is the logical next step in their relationship... -
![Change of Tides by Ashley Farley]()
Change of Tides by Ashley Farley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSecond Chances and New RomancesBirdie Fuller doesn’t like change. And a lot of change is happening at once. Her daughter and three-year-old grandson are moving out of her apartment to a nearby city. Will Birdie be able to survive the loneliness without Hannah and Gus? She joins a dating website to find companionship and meets the seemingly perfect man... -
![Secrets at the Loch by Hannah Ellis]()
Secrets at the Loch by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFor years Lexie has kept everyone at arm’s length. Her heart is so guarded it’s almost impenetrable.Until Nick.When the geeky teacher moves in next door, Lexie finds it increasingly difficult to ignore her attraction to him. To protect herself, she pushes him away, convincing herself that hurting him isn’t a big deal.She never imagined him leaving town. Or how much she’d miss him when he left... -
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![Seaside Whispers by Melissa Foster]()
Seaside Whispers by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSeaside Summers is a series of stand-alone romances that may also be enjoyed as part of the larger Love in Bloom series. Fall in love with Matt Lacroux in Seaside Whispers. SEASIDE SUMMERS is the newest addition to the LOVE IN BLOOM series, featuring a group of fun, sexy, and emotional friends who gather each summer at their Cape Cod cottages... -
![Bayside Romance by Melissa Foster]()
Bayside Romance by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFall in love at Bayside, where sandy beaches, good friends, and true love come together in the sweet small towns of Cape Cod. Bayside Summers is a series of standalone steamy romance novels featuring alpha male heroes and sexy, empowered women. They're fun, flirty, flawed, deeply emotional, always passionate, and easy to relate to... -
![Summer at the Little Cottage on the Hill: An utterly uplifting holiday romance to escape with by Emma Davies]()
Summer at the Little Cottage on the Hill: An utterly uplifting holiday romance to escape with by Emma Davies
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTake an endless stroll through wild meadows and breathe in the sweet aroma of flowers in full bloom. The first ever guest at the little cottage on the hill is looking for an escape, but her past is not far behind her… Thirty-two-year-old ‘ice queen’ Isobel slams the cottage door and pulls the curtains shut... -
![Finding Hope at the Loch by Hannah Ellis]()
Finding Hope at the Loch by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSometimes all we can do is hope things will turn out exactly as they’re supposed to ... A fairy-tale wedding in a castle should be a dream come true for Isla. Unfortunately, she’s not as taken with the idea as everyone around her. While her family and Logan organise everything, she’s left feeling that her opinion doesn’t count. Meanwhile, Lexie is dealing with family problems of her own... -
![Winter Wishes in Hope Cove by Hannah Ellis]()
Winter Wishes in Hope Cove by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA warm and uplifting winter romanceAll Emily wants for her wedding is a low-key celebration with family and friends. But with a best friend like Josie, it’s no surprise that there’s a touch of drama to the day.Meanwhile, Tara is dealing with problems of her own. In a bid to face up to her past, she sets out to make amends with her estranged father and reunite with her half siblings... -
![Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan]()
Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBenefits of a summer romance: it’s always fun, always brief, and no one gets their heart broken.There aren’t enough labeled glass containers to contain the mess that is Ali Morris’s life. Her mom died two years ago, then her husband left, and she hasn’t worn pants with a zipper in longer than she cares to remember. She’s a professional organizer whose pantry is a disgrace... -
![Finding My Way by Judith Keim]()
Finding My Way by Judith Keim
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDarcy Sullivan and her two sisters continue to work hard at the Salty Key Inn, the small, Florida hotel they unexpectedly inherited. In order to inherit the rest of Uncle Gavin’s sizeable estate, they must meet his challenge to open the neglected hotel by the end of the year... -
![The House on Lavender Lane by Hannah Ellis]()
The House on Lavender Lane by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOne shocking incident forces six friends to re-evaluate everything Emily only meant to spend a week in Hope Cove. But when the quirky locals involve her in various events, she happily extends her stay. She just wishes Jack were with her and not stuck working back in Oxford.For Lizzie, Emily’s visit is well timed... -
![The Bookshop of Hopes and Dreams: A charming tale of heartbreak and healing by Hannah Ellis]()
The Bookshop of Hopes and Dreams: A charming tale of heartbreak and healing by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Tara Fitzpatrick tells a string of lies during the world’s most informal job interview she has no idea of the path she’s set herself on. Renovating the rundown bookshop with her new boss, James, turns out to be more fulfilling than she could ever have imagined. Soon, she finds herself falling in love with the quaint little shop. And with James... -
![But He's My Fake Fiancé: a cozy romantic comedy by Annah Conwell]()
But He's My Fake Fiancé: a cozy romantic comedy by Annah Conwell
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMy ex-boyfriend is engaged to my stepsister.Yeah, it shocked me too. So much so, that when my ex tells me, I grab the first guy I see and pretend he’s my fiancé.Somehow it only gets wilder from there, because the guy I grab happens to be Grayson Carter, notorious flirt and extrovert to the max. Also, the guy I turned down a month before while dating said ex-boyfriend... -
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![The Beach House by Jenny Hale]()
The Beach House by Jenny Hale
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratings“Oh, my goodness,” she whispered. At the bottom of the box was a stack of letters. Tied with a ribbon, the pages were faded with age. “These are all addressed from here,” she said, “but they’ve never been sent.”When her gram passes away, Melanie Simpson feels utterly lost. She has no idea what to do with her life after she has devoted years to looking after her beloved grandmother... -
![Life Goes On by Kelly Moore]()
Life Goes On by Kelly Moore
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHappy go lucky Olivia McDill adores her fairy-tale life, married to the man of her dreams. It’s a love that should’ve lasted a lifetime…then in the blink of an eye, everything changed. She learns too quickly that life can be unfair, and she’s left trying to pick up the pieces and make sense of things on her own... -
![A Summer of Surprises by Judith Keim]()
A Summer of Surprises by Judith Keim
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsJill Conroy is tricked by her sister into becoming the housekeeper and cook for the summer at Seashell Cottage where Greg Campbell and his nephew, Brody, have been hired to do maintenance projects on the house. Annoyed at first, Jill soon realizes how wonderful it is to be away from her home in New York and the memories of her deceased, emotionally abusive husband... -
![A tablespoon of Temptation by Kelly Collins]()
A tablespoon of Temptation by Kelly Collins
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShe’s a woman who values honesty. He’s a man telling a lie. Will the truth bring them together or tear them apart?Danielle Morgan doesn’t need a recipe for love, she needs one for life. Hounded by her best friend to find a man or a hobby, she chooses the latter. After all, a hobby won’t break her heart... -
![The Little Vintage Carousel by the Sea by Jaimie Admans]()
The Little Vintage Carousel by the Sea by Jaimie Admans
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat if one moment could change your life forever?Ness has almost resigned herself to being single forever, when she catches sight of the most gorgeous man she’s ever seen on the train to work...Categorized as:
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![Rescue Me by Kelly Collins]()
Rescue Me by Kelly Collins
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHer company is failing. His plan could save it. Will their partnership move from business to pleasure?Carla “Carl” Stevenson takes a special joy in running the local timber mill. But when the economy takes a downturn, selling the family business may be her only heartbreaking option... -
![One Hundred Ways by Kelly Collins]()
One Hundred Ways by Kelly Collins
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWelcome back to Aspen Cove, the tiny mountain town filled with fresh starts and happily ever afters… After the death of her father, sculptor Riley Black leaves Butte, Montana for Aspen Cove in search of the family she’s never known. There, she will bend steel to her artistic vision… and maybe, just maybe find a place to belong... -
![The Weekend Getaway by Hannah Ellis]()
The Weekend Getaway by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA weekend break changes everything…The chemistry between Keira and Noah is instant. It only takes one date for Keira to realise there’s something special between them.When Noah invites her to a family party in his hometown, she eagerly agrees, and by the end of their weekend away she’s absolutely head over heels. Not only for Noah, but for his close-knit family and the stunning Isles of Scilly... -
![Summer at the Little Wedding Shop by Jane Linfoot]()
Summer at the Little Wedding Shop by Jane Linfoot
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratings‘A sparkling, laugh-out-loud, romantic read’ Phillipa Ashley, bestselling author of Summer at the Cornish Cafe ‘The perfect holiday read to warm your heart’ #1 Bestselling author Tracy Bloom The third book in the bestselling series, ‘The Little Wedding Shop by the Sea’... -
![My Summer of Magic Moments by Caroline Roberts]()
My Summer of Magic Moments by Caroline Roberts
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen a seaside escape spells a little romance . . . A heartwarming tale that will sweep you away for the summer from the bestselling author of The Cosy Teashop in the Castle. When Claire arrives for her cosy cottage retreat on the beautiful Northumberland coast, she prays that three weeks of blissful peace and summer sunshine will wash away the pain of the last year... -
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![Beyond Now by Abby Brooks]()
Beyond Now by Abby Brooks
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI was six the first time I proposed. Twenty years later, will she say I do? In Kindergarten, I fell in love with Maisie Brown. In seventh grade, she moved out of state. Now, she’s back… …but only for a week. When fate brings Maisie back to me, it’s clear life has been good to her... -
![Whispers at the Bluebell Inn by Hannah Ellis]()
Whispers at the Bluebell Inn by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRumours travel fast in a village… Josie loves her new life in the country with Sam. But she has a secret that she doesn’t want anyone to know. Unfortunately, it’s hard to keep anything to yourself in a tiny village. Lizzie is adjusting to motherhood, and finding it more demanding than she ever expected... -
![A Patchwork Family by Cathy Bramley]()
A Patchwork Family by Cathy Bramley
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratings'A book full of warmth and kindness. I loved it.' Sarah Morgan, Sunday Times bestselling author of A Wedding in December'A warm hug of a book.' Phillipa Ashley, bestselling author of A Perfect Cornish ChristmasLove, friendship and family come in all different shapes and sizes...Gina has been going with the flow for years - she'd rather have an easy life than face any conflict... -
![Secrets and Seashells at Rainbow Bay by Ali McNamara]()
Secrets and Seashells at Rainbow Bay by Ali McNamara
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe sun is shining on the golden castle on Rainbow Bay - and change is in the air!Amelia is a single mother, doing her very best to look after her young son, Charlie - but money is tight and times are tough. When she first hears that she is the last descendent of the Chesterford family and that she has inherited a Real-Life Castle by the sea, Amelia can't quite believe her ears... -
![A Wedding at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson]()
A Wedding at the Comfort Food Cafe by Debbie Johnson
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWedding bells ring out in Budbury as the Comfort Food Café and its cosy community of regulars are gearing up for a big celebration… But Auburn Longville doesn’t have time for that! Between caring for her poorly mum, moving in with her sister and running the local pharmacy, life is busy enough – and it’s about to get busier... -
![Summer in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk]()
Summer in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA widow at twenty-six, Primrose Bloom returns to idyllic Good Hope, Wisconsin, with her two rambunctious young boys, seeking the beauty of the lakeside landscape and the comfort of home. After the loss of her husband and her job, all she’s looking for is peace... -
![The Cottage on Sunshine Beach by Holly Martin]()
The Cottage on Sunshine Beach by Holly Martin
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsStep into the delightful seaside village of Sandcastle Bay, where you’ll discover golden sand, welcoming smiles and an unforgettable romance… Melody Rosewood loves her new home in idyllic Sandcastle Bay . The beautiful little cottage on the edge of Sunshine Beach , with its bright yellow door and view of the sea has captured her heart... -
![Escape to Oakbrook Farm by Hannah Ellis]()
Escape to Oakbrook Farm by Hannah Ellis
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsVillage life is supposed to be quiet… Josie Beaumont is a free spirit. She changes jobs about as often as she changes her relationship status. Frequently! The only constants in her life are the comfy old shoes that she refuses to part with.When unemployment looms again, she’s intrigued by a job opportunity at a dog kennels in rural Devon... -
![A Good Life by Virginie Grimaldi, Hildegarde Serle]()
A Good Life by Virginie Grimaldi, Hildegarde Serle
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsLaughter, tears, the transformative power of love, unexpected revelations, and striking natural these are the ingredients that combine to make best-selling author Virginie Grimaldi’s English debut the feel-good read of 2024. Grimaldi is among France’s top ten contemporary authors and her uplifting, unputdownable literary novels have quickly garnered her millions of adoring fans...Categorized as:
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![The Honeymooner by Melanie Summers]()
The Honeymooner by Melanie Summers
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsFrom bestselling author Melanie Summers comes the wickedly funny, ridiculously romantic spinoff of her highly-acclaimed Crown Jewels Series… Twenty-nine-year-old workaholic Libby Dewitt lives by the motto ‘if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.’ She’s finally about to start her dream life with her steady-as-a-rock fiancé, Richard Tomy... -
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![Lucky Harbor Collection 2: Lucky in Love, At Last, Forever and a Day by Jill Shalvis]()
Lucky Harbor Collection 2: Lucky in Love, At Last, Forever and a Day by Jill Shalvis
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSpend the Summer in Lucky Harbor! Lucky in Love Mallory Quinn has had enough of playing it safe. As the local good girl, she's expected to date Mr. Right. But for once, she'd like to take a risk on Mr. Wrong. And who could be more wrong than Ty Garrison? The mysterious new guy in town has made it clear that he's only passing through, which suits Mallory just fine... -
![Miracles in Wild Rose Bay: A completely uplifting Irish romance full of family secrets by Susanne O'Leary]()
Miracles in Wild Rose Bay: A completely uplifting Irish romance full of family secrets by Susanne O'Leary
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA truly unforgettable Irish romance set on the shores of the Wild Atlantic Way.Arriving in Sandy Cove to views of the shimmering ocean, Tara O’Rourke is excited to get to work. She’s been sent from New York City to take photos of Ireland for a travel magazine, and she knows the perfect area to visit: the mysterious, picturesque Wild Rose Bay... -
![Tangled Love on Pelican Point by Karice Bolton]()
Tangled Love on Pelican Point by Karice Bolton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings*Can be read as a standalone* Sophie Bristol works two jobs--sometimes three--and is surrounded by people falling in love and that's great. Really, it's great. It's not like she ever thought she'd find that perfect someone. After all, she learned he probably only exists in some far away land with talking wildlife and glass slippers, and that works perfectly for her busy schedule... -
![The Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn]()
The Permanence of Pain by Desiree Lafawn
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo broken people don’t make a whole. But together, they might have a chance at redemption. Regina O’Shea is used to being tested. As a talented salesperson and strong-willed woman in a male-dominated industry, she has to be prepared for whatever they throw at her. But losing her lover to her good friend and client is the one thing she never expected—and her walls start coming down... -
![Secrets at Meadowbrook Manor by Faith Bleasdale]()
Secrets at Meadowbrook Manor by Faith Bleasdale
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsVisit Meadowbrook this summer for sunshine, secrets and plenty of romance… When Gemma Matthews is hired to transform Meadowbrook Manor into a boutique hotel, she can’t believe her luck. She packs her bags and moves to Meadowbrook to start her dream job, but her life is quickly turned upside down... -
![Moonlight and Promises by Michele Brouder]()
Moonlight and Promises by Michele Brouder
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRead the generational saga about three sisters and their grandmother and her friends in the beachside town of Hideaway Bay.Always the rebel and the oldest of the Monroe sisters, Isabelle returns to Hideaway Bay at the request of one of her sisters. She’s never stayed long enough in any one place. The last thing Isabelle Monroe wants is to be tied down...Categorized as:
literary-fiction family female-mc romance fiction contemporary anthologies small-town
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