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It Started with a Secret

It Started with a Secret
  • Author(s): Jill Mansell
  • Location(s): Cornwall
  • Genre(s): RomCom

Jill’s Mansell’s irresistible new book is the perfect escape. A beautiful Cornish setting, a chaotic family, a woman who’s had enough of romance – or has she? The trouble with secrets is that you can’t guess what the consequences...

It’s Who We Are

It’s Who We Are
  • Author(s): Christine Webber
  • Location(s): East Anglia, Ireland, London
  • Genre(s): Fiction
  • Era(s): October 2016 - June 2017

Five friends in their fifties find themselves dealing with unforeseen upheaval as they uncover long-hidden and devastating family secrets. Meanwhile, the world around them seems to be spinning out of control. This is a novel about friendship, kindness and...

Jack and the German Spy

Jack and the German Spy
  • Author(s): Bernard Ashley
  • Location(s): Hayling Island
  • Genre(s): Children
  • Era(s): WW2, 1939

It’s 1939 and a mass evacuation of London’s children is about to begin. That includes Jack, who’d much rather stay on the streets of Woolwich, bombs or no bombs. When Lady Ashwell patriotically sweeps him off to the Hall,...

Jack Dawkins

Jack Dawkins
  • Author(s): Charlton Daines
  • Location(s): London
  • Genre(s): Fiction, Historical
  • Era(s): Victorian

Jack Dawkins, once known as the Artful Dodger in the streets of London, was sent to Australia on a prison ship when he was little more than a boy. Now he has returned to find that London has changed...

Jack the Ripper: Case Closed

Jack the Ripper: Case Closed
  • Author(s): Gyles Brandreth
  • Location(s): London
  • Genre(s): Crime, Fiction
  • Era(s): 1890s

London. 1894. ‘I am not a detective, chief constable.’ ‘No, but you are a poet, a freemason and a man of the world. All useful qualifications for the business in hand.’ So says Police Chief Macnaghten to Oscar Wilde,...

James Herriott’s Cat Stories

James Herriott’s Cat Stories
  • Author(s): James Herriot
  • Location(s): North Yorkshire
  • Genre(s): Short Stories
  • Era(s): 1940's - 1960's

A warm and joyful new collection that will bring delight to the hearts of readers the world over. Here are Buster, the kitten who arrived on Christmas; Alfred, the cat at the sweet shop; little Emily, who lived with...

Jane Austen Lives Again

Jane Austen Lives Again
  • Author(s): Jane Odiwe
  • Location(s): Devon, London
  • Genre(s): Fiction, Historical
  • Era(s): 1920s

When Jane Austen’s doctor discovers the secret to immortal life in 1817, she thinks her wishes have come true. But, a penniless Miss Austen finds herself in 1925 having to become a governess to five girls of an eccentric...

Jane Eyre

Jane Eyre
  • Author(s): Charlotte Brontë
  • Location(s): West Yorkshire
  • Genre(s): Fiction, Historical
  • Era(s): 19th Century

Jane Eyre ranks as one of the greatest and most perennially popular works of English fiction. Although the poor but plucky heroine is outwardly of plain appearance, she possesses an indomitable spirit, a sharp wit and great courage. She...

Jaz Santos vs. the World

Jaz Santos vs. the World
  • Author(s): Priscilla Mante
  • Location(s): Brighton
  • Genre(s): Children
  • Era(s): Contemporary

A relatable, inclusive story about families, unlikely friendships and girl power. Perfect for fans of Ella on the Outside and Jacqueline Wilson. Olá! I’m Jasmina Santos-Campbell (but you can call me Jaz). You’ve probably heard of me and my...

Jeremy Poldark (Poldark Book 3)

Jeremy Poldark (Poldark Book 3)
  • Author(s): Winston Graham
  • Location(s): Cornwall
  • Genre(s): Fiction, Historical
  • Era(s): 1790s

Jeremy Poldark is the third novel in Winston Graham’s hugely popular Poldark series, which has become a television phenomenon starring Aidan Turner. Cornwall 1790. Ross Poldark faces the darkest hour of his life. Accused of wrecking two ships, he...

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