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Waiting for the Queen

A Novel of Early America

by Joanna Higgins ...

Two girls—one a Pennsylvania Quaker, the other a refugee from the French Revolution—form an unlikely friendship in this "rewarding" novel ( School Library Journal).Fifteen-year-old Eugenie de La Roque and her family have barely escaped the French Revolution with their lives. Along with several other noble families, they sail to America, where an area that would come to be known as French Azilum is ... Read more

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Two girls—one a Pennsylvania Quaker, the other a refugee from the French Revolution—form an unlikely friendship in this "rewarding" novel ( School Library Journal).Fifteen-year-old Eugenie de La Roque and her family have barely escaped the French Revolution with their lives. Along with several other noble families, they sail to America, where an area that would come to be known as French Azilum is
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In the Fall They Leave: A Novel of the First World War

by Joanna Higgins ...

A gripping novel of courage and resilience in World War I Belgium.After failing at a prestigious music Académie, nineteen-year-old Marie-Thérèse finds success at a Brussels nursing school. But in August 1914, German armies invade Belgium, upending everything. As resentment fuels, citizens direct anger at those of German descent, including Marie-Thérèse's family.At the clinic, a new director orders ... Read more

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A gripping novel of courage and resilience in World War I Belgium.After failing at a prestigious music Académie, nineteen-year-old Marie-Thérèse finds success at a Brussels nursing school. But in August 1914, German armies invade Belgium, upending everything. As resentment fuels, citizens direct anger at those of German descent, including Marie-Thérèse's family.At the clinic, a new director orders
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A Soldier's Book

by Joanna Higgins ...

In the spring of 1864 all prisoner-of-war exchanges between the North and the South had been halted. For captured soldiers, being condemned to the increasingly overcrowded prison camps was tantamount to a death sentence. A Soldier’s Book opens as Ira Cahill Stevens, a young Union soldier, is on his way to the notorious Andersonville prison camp. Day by day, Ira shares the horrific details of a ... Read more

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In the spring of 1864 all prisoner-of-war exchanges between the North and the South had been halted. For captured soldiers, being condemned to the increasingly overcrowded prison camps was tantamount to a death sentence. A Soldier’s Book opens as Ira Cahill Stevens, a young Union soldier, is on his way to the notorious Andersonville prison camp. Day by day, Ira shares the horrific details of a
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Road Trip to the Riviera

A BRAND NEW charming story of old flames and a journey to remember for 2026

by Gillian Harvey ...

Narrated by Joanna Bending, Ben Higgins ...

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8 hours 16 min

An utterly escapist story about a journey to remember through the French countryside, from the bestselling author of The Bordeaux Book Club. When Sarah breaks her leg, her only thought is how on earth she’ll get to the south of France for her beloved son’s wedding. She’s been told not to fly, and the train route involves many changes – not ideal when you can barely walk.There’s only one person ... Read more

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An utterly escapist story about a journey to remember through the French countryside, from the bestselling author of The Bordeaux Book Club. When Sarah breaks her leg, her only thought is how on earth she’ll get to the south of France for her beloved son’s wedding. She’s been told not to fly, and the train route involves many changes – not ideal when you can barely walk.There’s only one person
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The Love Note

by Joanna Davidson Politano ...

Narrated by Sasha Higgins ...

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11 hours 56 min

Focused on a career in medicine and not on romance, Willa Duvall is thrown slightly off course during the summer of 1865 when she discovers a never-opened love letter in a crack of her old writing desk. Compelled to find the passionate soul who penned it and the person who never received it, she takes a job as a nurse at the seaside estate of Crestwicke Manor.Everyone at Crestwicke has feelings ... Read more

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Focused on a career in medicine and not on romance, Willa Duvall is thrown slightly off course during the summer of 1865 when she discovers a never-opened love letter in a crack of her old writing desk. Compelled to find the passionate soul who penned it and the person who never received it, she takes a job as a nurse at the seaside estate of Crestwicke Manor.Everyone at Crestwicke has feelings
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The Villa of Secrets

A BRAND NEW heartwarming story of friendship, healing and second chances for 2026

by Emma Burstall ...

Narrated by Mira Dovreni ...

Unabridged

5 hours 41 min

A BRAND NEW escapist, getaway read set in beautiful Greece Perfect for fans of of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan☀️Can a stay at a magical villa help her find her way to start again?When Cleo arrives at Villa Ariadne on the sun-drenched island of Crete, she’s hoping for space to breathe – and perhaps some clarity about the life she no longer recognises. Newly divorced and estranged ... Read more

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A BRAND NEW escapist, getaway read set in beautiful Greece Perfect for fans of of Victoria Hislop, Carol Kirkwood and Karen Swan☀️Can a stay at a magical villa help her find her way to start again?When Cleo arrives at Villa Ariadne on the sun-drenched island of Crete, she’s hoping for space to breathe – and perhaps some clarity about the life she no longer recognises. Newly divorced and estranged
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New Chapters on the French Riviera

The BRAND NEW emotional, escapist romance from Jennifer Bohnet for 2026

by Jennifer Bohnet ...

Narrated by Julia Franklin ...

Unabridged

7 hours 43 min

A BRAND-NEW romantic, Spring getaway read from bestseller Jennifer Bohnet, set in the South of France ❤️✨ Perfect for the fans of Jill Mansell and Fern Britton.☀️️Can a talented chef and a group of writers rediscover joy—and perhaps even create new beginnings?Eight months after suddenly closing its doors, Michelin-starred chef and Villa Celestia proprietor Guy Lyon is almost ready to begin again. ... Read more

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A BRAND-NEW romantic, Spring getaway read from bestseller Jennifer Bohnet, set in the South of France ❤️✨ Perfect for the fans of Jill Mansell and Fern Britton.☀️️Can a talented chef and a group of writers rediscover joy—and perhaps even create new beginnings?Eight months after suddenly closing its doors, Michelin-starred chef and Villa Celestia proprietor Guy Lyon is almost ready to begin again.
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Old Girls Go Off the Rails

A BRAND NEW feel-good story of friendship, mischief and adventure for 2026

by Maddie Please ...

Narrated by Penelope Freeman ...

Unabridged

9 hours 38 min

A BRAND NEW hilarious, uplifting read, full of friendship and fun - from BESTSELLER Maddie Please✨ Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh, Kate Galley and Dee MacDonald!A one way ticket to misadventure! ️When Lizzie Stevens was eighteen, life took a wrong turn. While her best friends Harriet and Anna went interrailing across Europe, Lizzie stayed behind—shunted into a dusty bank job and a sensible life ... Read more

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A BRAND NEW hilarious, uplifting read, full of friendship and fun - from BESTSELLER Maddie Please✨ Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh, Kate Galley and Dee MacDonald!A one way ticket to misadventure! ️When Lizzie Stevens was eighteen, life took a wrong turn. While her best friends Harriet and Anna went interrailing across Europe, Lizzie stayed behind—shunted into a dusty bank job and a sensible life
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Lady Jayne Disappears

by Joanna Davidson Politano ...

Narrated by Justine Eyre ...

Unabridged

10 hours 52 min

When Aurelie Harcourt’s father dies in debtor’s prison, he leaves her just two things: his wealthy family, whom she has never met, and his famous pen name, Nathaniel Droll. Her new family greets her with apathy and even resentment. Only the quiet houseguest, Silas Rotherham, welcomes her company.When Aurelie decides to complete her father’s unfinished serial novel, writing the family into the ... Read more

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When Aurelie Harcourt’s father dies in debtor’s prison, he leaves her just two things: his wealthy family, whom she has never met, and his famous pen name, Nathaniel Droll. Her new family greets her with apathy and even resentment. Only the quiet houseguest, Silas Rotherham, welcomes her company.When Aurelie decides to complete her father’s unfinished serial novel, writing the family into the
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The Seaside Book Club

A BRAND NEW heartwarming story of friendship, secrets and unexpected journeys for 2026

by Helen Rolfe ...

Narrated by Karen Cass ...

Unabridged

7 hours 51 min

A BRAND NEW romantic feel-good read from BESTSELLING author of So This Is Christmas, Helen Rolfe. Perfect for fans of Shari Low, Heidi Swain and Cathy Bramley Welcome to a very special book club – where stories are shared, secrets kept, and friendships found.Howard, newly retired to Dorset, joins because he can’t sleep; the weekly sessions give him an opportunity to connect. Margot logs in only ... Read more

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A BRAND NEW romantic feel-good read from BESTSELLING author of So This Is Christmas, Helen Rolfe. Perfect for fans of Shari Low, Heidi Swain and Cathy Bramley Welcome to a very special book club – where stories are shared, secrets kept, and friendships found.Howard, newly retired to Dorset, joins because he can’t sleep; the weekly sessions give him an opportunity to connect. Margot logs in only
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A French Fling for the Golden Gals

A BRAND NEW heartwarming story of adventure, romance and self-discovery for 2026

by Judy Leigh ...

Narrated by Phyllida Nash ...

Unabridged

10 hours 43 min

Let MILLION COPY bestselling author Judy Leigh whisk you off to the French sunshine for a BRAND NEW story of friendship and fresh starts. Sixty-one-year-old Maxine Sweet has a new life stretching in front of her.Her longed-for retirement is finally here and she’s ready to enjoy it with partner Russell. Ready that is, until she gets home early to find Russell in flagrante delicto with a female ... Read more

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Let MILLION COPY bestselling author Judy Leigh whisk you off to the French sunshine for a BRAND NEW story of friendship and fresh starts. Sixty-one-year-old Maxine Sweet has a new life stretching in front of her.Her longed-for retirement is finally here and she’s ready to enjoy it with partner Russell. Ready that is, until she gets home early to find Russell in flagrante delicto with a female
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The French House Share

A BRAND NEW heartwarming story of new beginnings, friendship and finding love again from Gillian Harvey for 2026

by Gillian Harvey ...

Narrated by Lucy Scott ...

Unabridged

8 hours 53 min

A BRAND NEW totally captivating story about friendship, love and new beginnings, set in beautiful France ❤️ Perfect for fans of Veronica Henry, Jo Thomas and Fiona Valpy!‘I can’t live with total strangers… can I?’Bella’s living her dream life, running a beautiful, rural French B&B and has finally put her past behind her. But when her husband suddenly asks for a divorce, everything changes.Forced ... Read more

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A BRAND NEW totally captivating story about friendship, love and new beginnings, set in beautiful France ❤️ Perfect for fans of Veronica Henry, Jo Thomas and Fiona Valpy!‘I can’t live with total strangers… can I?’Bella’s living her dream life, running a beautiful, rural French B&B and has finally put her past behind her. But when her husband suddenly asks for a divorce, everything changes.Forced
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