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First Love In Bar Harbor. Prequel: A totally emotional and powerful page-turner (Secrets In Maine)

Her life is picture-perfect…until one day she discovers the truth

Grab your tissues and go on a journey to Bar Harbor, by Amy Rafferty, “The Queen Of Gorgeous Clean Mystery Romance”. Start a heartwarming mystery family saga set in a charming beach resort town in New England.

Love is in the air in Bar Harbor … but will it wash away with the tide?

For many years, Logan Hall was just an off-limits crush. Her brother’s best friend. But when his parents task her with planning Logan’s farewell party, Hope Wright finally edges her way into his life. Hope is quickly swept up in a whirlwind summer romance as she works alongside Logan.

They spend 10 glorious days together. And then everything comes crashing down.

Logan’s ex–teen superstar Melissa Shaw–comes to the party, and his parents make it clear the two are getting back together. When the phrase ‘daughter-in-law’ is tossed around in reference to Melissa, Hope decides she must leave. She boards an early plane to Boston, where she attends college.

Nine months later, Hope returns to Bar Harbor, but nothing will ever be the same.

Discover “First Love In Bar Harbor,” the prequel in Amy Rafferty’s Secrets In Maine Series, and embark on a heartwarming journey of love, forgiveness, and strong family bonds.For the best experience, read the books in order and enjoy the ride!

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The Italian Daughter: An absolutely unputdownable and stunning page-turner (The Lost Daughters)

“AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING MUST READ!!… I loved every page… A true page turning, perfect romance that will sweep you off your feet.” Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Italy, 1946. “Estee, I bought this ring years ago and have kept it safe ever since. You’re the only woman I’ve ever loved.” She reached for Felix’s hand and gently closed it over the box. “No,” she whispered. “I want you to propose only when you’re truly free.”

London, present day: Lily clutches a faded piece of paper in her hands, knowing that her life will never be the same again. Whilst grieving for her late father, she is told that her grandmother was born at Hope’s House, a home for unmarried mothers, the only clues to her past contained on a handwritten Italian recipe and an old theatre programme.

Desperate for answers, Lily accepts a job on an Italian vineyard in the heart of picturesque Como – a dream her father once shared. Arriving at the palatial home of the Martinelli family, Lily is captivated by the acres of vines that surround her and instantly feels at home. She is also struck by their charming son Antonio and as they chat long into the night over a candlelit dinner, he offers to help Lily discover her family’s heritage.

As Lily unravels the truth of her own legacy, she begins to fall more in love with Italy and with Antonio. And tracing the recipe back to a bakery in a hilltop village, she soon unearths a tragic love story that changes everything…

But when Lily discovers who her grandmother really was, can she too have the courage to follow her heart and leave her old life behind? Or will her family’s heart-wrenching story force her home?

An utterly enchanting and heartbreaking novel about lost loves, family secrets and enduring hope. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Victoria Hislop.

This novel can be enjoyed as a standalone.

What everyone is saying about The Italian Daughter:

“Wow, I was really touched by this amazing book… So heart-warming and moving… One of my favourite books of this year! I just loved it so much!… It gave me all the feels… Perfect.” Angelic Light, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I truly loved this… It quickly captivated me… Couldn’t put the book down… It has all the feels, it left me heartbroken and tearful… Heart-warming… I loved everything about this.” Pageturners, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Absolutely beautiful… I was totally captivated by this gorgeous book… Kept me under its spell right up until the end.” SIBZZREADS,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This book!… So amazing that I sped read it, losing sleep over it and it was so great I didn’t even mind the lack of sleep…This book will really WOW you.”Veganbookblogger, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Outstanding, I wanted to stay awake to read more and kept finding 5 minutes here and there to pick up the book!… Amazingly written… you felt like you were in Italy.” NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I downloaded this at midnight on day of release and was glued to it until the very end. You will need tissues!”@karen_loves_reading,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Amazing… I cried buckets, I laughed, and totally loved it.”Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I started this book last night and finished it today… I couldn’t stop reading… Heartfelt… I was moved to tears… touched my heart in every way imaginable.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A captivating story that I was drawn into from the first page. A trip to Italy without having to leave my home.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Secrets of the Cottage by the Sea: An absolutely gorgeous and emotional page-turner (The Island Cottage)

‘Heart-wrenching… a delightful page turner’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I loved this’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Absolutely spectacular’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Heartbreaking… stunning’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

As Ellie stood on the boat, watching the small island come into view, she wondered what awaited her on shore. What secrets would she uncover in this place?

When Ellie Roberts inherits a cottage on a remote Scilly Isle, she’s shocked. She’s never heard of the previous owner, Patience Ellis, so why did she leave Ellie her legacy?

Overwhelmed with unanswered questions, Ellie travels to the isolated island. Windswept from the boat, salt spray still on her skin, she searches for Patience’s whitewashed cottage, hidden behind overgrown ivy. But when she steps inside, the house feels strangely familiar, and she has a memory of laughing as a child with her beloved mother in the window seat overlooking the sea… The mother she lost when she was only a child.

Determined to find out more, Ellie meets enigmatic local Branok Shore. While at first he seems uninterested, he believes he can help. Charmed by his green eyes, and curious about his past on the island, he and Ellie grow closer, but Ellie knows she needs to understand her own story before she can embrace the future. And when Branok prises open Patience’s dresser, filled with letters from the Second World War, Ellie discovers the shocking secret Patience was forced to hide – and the truth that will change her own life forever.

The letters tell the story of a brutal storm on a dark night in the depths of war, and of an injured soldier who begged Patience for help, and asked her to make an impossible choice…

But the letters don’t hold the answers Ellie so desperately needs. Why did Patience leave her home to her? And how can Ellie have memories of the cottage, when she’s never been there before? When Ellie finally uncovers the truth, will she be strong enough to put the fragments of her life back together?

An absolutely heartbreaking and unforgettable read, perfect for fans of gripping family dramas, and for those who enjoy the novels of Debbie Macomber, Fiona Valpy and Nancy Thayer.

What readers are saying about Secrets of the Cottage by the Sea:

‘Oh my goodness… Wish I could give the book more than five stars.’ Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Outstanding. I’ll be sorry to not have it to read tonight, but couldn’t put the book down!’ Netgalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely spectacular… best I’ve read… will pull at your heartstrings.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Beautiful… It really made me smile… took me back to a special place. Wonderful.’ @surfchicksarah ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Utterly captivating… Delightful beyond words!’ Rain ‘N’ Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A feel good book to read on a rainy day (or anytime!). I loved it.’ Niki’s Book Blog ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was fully immersed in this from the start… fascinating.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Lost Girls of Ireland: A heart-warming and feel-good page-turner set in Ireland (Starlight Cottages Book 1)

A heart-warming story about family secrets and one woman’s escape to dreamy Sandy Cove on the stunning west coast of Ireland.

The picturesque beach of Wild Rose Bay is the last place Lydia Butler thought she’d be. But having just lost everything, the run-down cottage she inherited from her Great Aunt Nellie is the only place she can take her daughter, Sunny. Hidden away in a tiny Irish village, she can protect Sunny from the gossip in Dublin, and the real reason they have nowhere else to live…

The cottage is part of the old coastguard station and other eccentric residents are quick to introduce themselves when Lydia arrives. Lydia instantly feels less alone, fascinated by the stories they have about Nellie, and she’s charmed by American artist, Jason O’Callaghan, the mysterious man who lives next door.

But the longer Lydia relaxes under the moonlit sky, the more the secret she’s keeping from Sunny threatens to come out. And as she finds herself running into Jason’s arms, she knows she must be honest and face up to the past she has tried to forget. Has she finally found people who will truly accept her, or will the truth force her to leave the cottage for good?

Will transport you to Ireland to relax on the shore and stare at the perfect emerald waters. The Lost Girls of Ireland is perfect for readers of Debbie Macomber, Sheila O’Flanagan and Mary Alice Monroe.

This novel can be enjoyed as a standalone.

What readers are saying about The Lost Girls of Ireland: ‘OMG! OMG!! I cannot remember the last time I was so gutted to come to the end of a book!! I absolutely fell in love and it genuinely felt like I was packing my bags and being whisked away from my Irish holiday… Absolutely gorgeous!!!… an absolutely stunning, heart-warming romance that will have you heading off to Ireland in the blink of an eye.’ Bookworm 86, 5 stars

‘Truly touched my heart. Impossible to put down, this moving story kept me tapping the screen of my Kindle deep into the night until I reached the heart-warming conclusion… a stellar read, one that will be with me for a long while.’ Robin Loves Reading, 5 stars

‘This fabulous story is a rapid page-turner. It will whisk you away to the great Irish Sea. I absolutely loved this unputdownable read… it was phenomenal, loved it.’ Reviews by Caroline, 5 stars

‘A lovely read. This heart-warming story set in the West Coast of Ireland is just delightful… I devoured it in days and was sad to say goodbye to characters who felt like friends. The descriptions of Sandy Cove made me wish I could jump on a plane and experience Wild Rose Bay for myself.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘Perfect… like slipping my feet into handmade shoes – the fit was spot on, and I don’t know how I haven’t read any of Susanne O’Leary’s books before… made me feel the wind in my hair, and I could even smell the salt from the Wild Atlantic sea without leaving my living room… a wonderfully, brilliant story.’ Book-mad-mum, 5 stars

‘A heart-warming tale… A beautiful clean romance and wonderfully uplifting tale of second chances and starting over… we need more places like Sandy Cove where people are not judged by what they have, but rather by who they are and how they treat others.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘Wonderful… I just loved it.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘Lovely book. A hope-filled read about the power of reinvention and second chances… Susanne O’Leary transported me to this lovely place where the villagers are accepting for who you are not for what you have. This is a story of heart and soul and is highly recommended.’ NetGalley reviewer

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Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea: A gripping and emotional page-turner (Heaven’s Cove Book 1)

From the attic of Driftwood House there are stunning views of the deep green sea and sapphire sky. But Rosie can’t tear her eyes away from the faded photograph in her hands, and the words written on the back that will change everything…

Back in the tiny seaside village of Heaven’s Cove after the death of her mother, all Rosie Merchant wants is to hide her tears, rent out her childhood home, and get back to her ‘real’ life, away from the gossiping villagers and wild Devon weather she escaped from years ago.

She’s surprised to find a smiling man in hiking boots – local farmer Liam – waiting on the stone doorstep. His kind offer to help clear crumbling, isolated Driftwood House is hard to refuse, and despite Rosie’s determination not to let anyone get close, soon they’re walking and laughing together along the clifftops. As clouds scud across the endless sky and green waves crash against the shore, Rosie is reminded that nowhere is more beautiful than home.

Then, up in the attic of Driftwood House, Rosie stumbles across a photo which exposes the heart-stopping truth about how her mother came to live at Driftwood House years ago… and Liam only seems concerned about the implications for his own nearby farm. Did he know this painful secret all along, and should she run from Heaven’s Cove for good? Or will facing up to her devastating family history mean Rosie can finally put down roots in this beautiful place?

This book can be enjoyed as a standalone.

Get whisked away to the rugged, sweeping Devon coastline in this gripping story about old secrets, learning how to trust, and finding where home is. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Barbara O’Neal and Mary Alice Monroe will adore this gorgeous and uplifting read.

Read what everyone’s saying about Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea:

‘Wow, wow, wow!!!! I absolutely loved this book!!!… I was captivated… The tears began flowing before I got to the end of the first chapter… my heart literally broke… wonderful… stunning… kept me hooked until the very last word… Loved, loved, loved it!!!’Stardust Book Reviews,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Captivating and heart-warming… A perfect summer read… I was absolutely hooked from page one until 1.30am in the morning when I finished having not been able to put it down.’ Bookworm1986,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely breathtaking! From the first chapter, I was hooked and loved every moment… truly a beautiful tale… outstanding.’ Cara’s Book Boudoir, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Had me gripped and wanting more… I had to tear myself away from reading to head off to work… absolutely loved this book.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Gorgeous… I was mesmerised… This is a story that keeps you guessing… beautiful… idyllic… fabulous… pure escapism, heart-warming, and left me with a smile on my face.’ Whispering Stories, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Liz Eeles whisked me away… vivid and gorgeous… amazing… exceptional… wonderful… delightful.’ Berit Talks Books

‘Put on the kettle for some tea and grab yourself a scone… because you are going to want to binge read Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea… gripping and emotional page-turner!’ Goodreads reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A wonderfully addictive read… I read this book in a day and would whole-heartedly recommend it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This was a gem of a novel!… Beautiful characters in a beautiful story!’ Goodreads reviewer

‘A charming, cozy, uplifting book… absolutely loved.’ Goodreads reviewer

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Other Women: The sparkling page-turner about real, messy life that has readers gripped

Don’t miss the stunning new novel from Cathy Kelly about sisterhood, love & friendship – The Wedding Party is available to pre-order now!

‘A burst of warmth and wit, twists and turns’ MARIAN KEYES
‘This is Cathy Kelly on top form writing about warm, believable women with real, messy lives’ RACHEL HORE
‘Other Women captures the stories of three modern women… A real feel-good read’ HEAT
‘The brilliant storyteller is back with another perfectly concocted tale’ OK!

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Three women. Three secrets. Three tangled lives…

Sid wears her independence like armour. So when she strikes up a rare connection with unlucky-in-love Finn, they are both determined to prove that men and women can just be friends. Can’t they?

Marin has the perfect home, attentive husband, two beloved children – and a secret addiction to designer clothes. She knows she has it all, so why can’t she stop comparing herself to other women?

Bea believes that we all have one love story – and she’s had hers. Now her life centres around her son, Luke, and her support group of fierce single women. But there’s something that she can’t tell anyone…

With her inimitable warmth and wisdom, Cathy Kelly shows us that in the messy reality of marriage, family, and romance, sometimes it’s the women in our lives who hold us together.

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Praise for Cathy Kelly’s irresistibly comforting storytelling:

‘Honest, funny, clever, it sparkles with witty, wry observations on modern life. I loved it’ – Marian Keyes

‘This book is full of joy – and I devoured every page of it gladly’ – Milly Johnson

‘Filled with nuggets of wisdom, compassion and humour, Cathy Kelly proves, yet again, that she knows everything there is to know about women’ – Patricia Scanlan

‘Packed with Cathy’s usual magical warmth’ – Sheila O’Flanagan

‘Comforting and feel-good, the perfect treat read’ – Good Housekeeping

‘With nuanced and believable characters, each grappling with complex, messy lives, the drama explodes from the first two pages of Other Women and doesn’t let up until the final chapter’ – Carmel Harrington

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Rath’s Deception (The Janus Group Book 1)

On the cut-throat streets of Tarkis, orphaned teens like Rath end up jailed … or dead. So when the shadowy Janus Group offers Rath a chance to earn riches beyond his wildest dreams, he seizes it. But the Janus Group is as ruthless as the elite assassins it controls.

Rath will have to survive their grueling, off-world training, and fulfill all fifty kills in his contract before a single cent comes his way. And ending so many lives comes with a price Rath can’t anticipate. It’ll certainly cost him what’s left of his innocence. It may well cost him his life.

Interview with the Author
Q – What makes the Janus Group series special?
A – Growing up, I loved books like Ender’s Game and the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan series. When I sat down to write the Janus Group books, I wanted to capture what I liked best about those books – sci fi thrillers or action thrillers in a fast-paced style. The series is best characterized as cyberpunk science fiction thrillers, with a little detective and police procedural elements thrown in to boot. Finally, I like my characters to be relatable, and facing overwhelming odds – the plot is action-packed, and keeps you guessing. Beware: plot twists ahead!

Q – What order should I read the books in?
A – Last Pursuit is a short story set in the Janus Group world – it’s the prequel, and the story that inspired me to write a full series. You can read that first (for free), then Books 1-3 (Rath’s Deception, Rath’s Gambit, and Rath’s Reckoning) in order from there. Books 1-3 are a complete story arc – Book 3 resolves everything from Books 1 and 2.

Q – Why should readers give these books a try?
A – Because the Janus Group books are fast, inventive, page-turners that kick ass and take names! They’ve been described as “Jason Bourne” meets “Bladerunner.” Any fans of hitman books, science fiction assassin tales, or cyberpunk thrillers will enjoy them.

Q – Can readers get the whole series in one bundle?
A – Not yet – sorry, just haven’t had a chance to get around to it! But sign up for my newsletter at http://piersplatt.com/newsletter (copy and paste into your browser), or follow me on my author page here at Amazon to find out when I do release a bundle.

Thanks for reading!

The Janus Group Series eBook Categories:
Sci fi action
Sci fi thriller
Cyberpunk
Galactic Empire / Corporations / Conspiracies
Bounty hunter / Killer
Action adventure / Suspense / Pulp
Crime / Detective / Mystery / Murder
AIs /Artificial intelligence
Space / Space travel
Genes / Genetic engineering
Space warrior / Military

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