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Bloomsbury presents Trespasses by Louise Kennedy, read by Brid Brennan. **SOON TO BE A MAJOR TV SERIES – COMING SOON TO CHANNEL 4** THE NO. 1 BESTSELLER (The Times), SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2023 'Intense, unflinchingly honest, it broke my heart a million times' MARIAN...

The Golden Flame of India The monsoon winds whispered secrets through the narrow alleys of Bombay, where incense mingled with the scent of wet earth, and lanterns cast golden halos upon ancient stone, in a world where tradition-bound daughters in silk and silence, Asha Patel dared to dream beyond the confines of her father's courtyard.

From the New York Times bestselling author of A Constellation of Vital Phenomena—dazzling, poignant, and lyrical interwoven stories about family, sacrifice, the legacy of war, and the redemptive power of art. This stunning, exquisitely written collection introduces a cast of remarkable...

In this sweet, Pride and Prejudice-inspired, novella-length romance, William Darcy has finally torn himself away from work to join his sister at their vacation house in the Florida Keys. There, he meets his sister's new friend, Elizabeth Bennet, the housesitter staying next door.

Nur and Abid relearn to love after they escape from war. Marie, who keeps the women of the village from giving birth to children borne of war, finds herself in a situation she hasn't faced before. In a London park, an ageing MI-6 official discovers that the woman he meets every day may not be what she seems. Lyndsey's bouquets of twenty-seven tulips hold the secret of her dark past and a soldier adorns herself in jewels as she prepares for a final mission.

Ever worried that your golden years might be filled with moments of boredom? Picture yourself cozying up with stories so good they turn "another quiet evening" into "a walk down memory lane." From the 1940s, 50s, 60s, 70s, & 80s to today, each story captures the essence of a different era, celebrating love, friendship, family, and the simple joys that make life beautiful. Whether you're reminiscing about the past or discovering these moments for the first time, this book is the perfect companion for a cozy afternoon.

In the shadow of the Battle of Thermopylae, a young Spartan warrior fights not for glory, but for love. Gravely wounded and left for dead, Kylon hides from Persian scouts, his heart anchored to Myrine, a helot girl whose forbidden love defies Sparta’s rigid laws. As he battles fever, betrayal, and the relentless enemy, Kylon’s journey becomes a testament to resilience, driven by a vow to survive for her. Fire in the Pass: A Spartan’s Oath to Love and Survive weaves a gripping tale of courage, sacrifice, and a dream of freedom amidst one of history’s greatest stands.

Princess Anne is unhappy at Court, and spurns all suitors. She is about to become a nun, when a midnight encounter proves to have unexpected consequences.

Simple, potent and direct to the heartstings, this mix of traditional and original tales draws the listener into a transformational journey of the soul. These six stories exemplify the meaning of true love, the selfless acts that accompany it, and the consequences that can follow.