Most Popular Books by Jill Mansell

A deliciously engaging romantic novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wedding of the Year and Promise Me Nell O''Driscoll has known Marcus Kilburton for years - according to her diary, she even had a crush on him as a teenager. When he decides to open Kilburton Castle to the public, Nell takes a job as his assistant - and soon sparks are flying between them. But is Nell free to pursue Marcus, when a figure from her past refuses to let go? Meanwhile, Nell''s best friend, Hetty Brewster, has other problems. Her husband has abandoned her for a bitchy but successful writer. Now the press is full of stories about the frumpy, boring wife losing out to a younger, slimmer model. But Hetty''s about to get her chance for sweet revenge - if she can stop being a nice person long enough to take it! What readers are saying about Open House: ''The characters are amazingly real - you begin to feel you know them and sympathise with their situations. The storylines and twists are unexpected. A fantastic book!'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars ''A wonderful balance of drama and humour. Truly an amazing book'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''A delightful read. Heart-warming and gentle - typically Jill Mansell at her best'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

"Jill Mansell keeps on getting better..." —Good Housekeeping Everyone thinks they know their neighbors, but nobody knows what scandalous surprise is going to happen next. Interior designer Jessie Roscoe has kept the identity of her son''s father a secret for years. But when her old flame and actor Toby Gillespie moves in next door, it doesn''t take long for the truth to be revealed, and for Tony to meet the son he never knew he had. Toby''s wife, Deborah, seems to take it stride. But would she be so composed if she knew that the chemistry between Toby and Jessie was flaring up again? Jessie can''t fathom a happy ending in this spider web of complicated relationships, but there are plenty more surprises to come, and many shocking truths to be revealed.

Jill Mansell''s YOU AND ME, ALWAYS is a deliciously romantic and poignant read about love, loss and how nothing can stay hidden for ever... If you love the novels of Milly Johnson and Lucy Diamond, you won''t want to miss Jill Mansell. ''Achingly romantic... we loved it!'' Heat Lily''s always been surrounded by love. Ever since her mother died, she''s been cared for by friends who are as close as any family. Coral, her mum''s best friend; Patsy, her old babysitter - and even Dan, Patsy''s incorrigible younger brother - have always been there for her. But when the chance comes to meet the man who was the love of her mother''s life, Lily knows she has to take it. Getting to know him could change everything, and not just for Lily... What readers are saying about You And Me, Always: ''Fabulous, fun, flirty characters and a story that cracks along at a delicious pace. Another winner!'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars ''Filled with laughter and tears, friendship and love, You and Me, Always is an uplifting tale filled with soul stirring characters - I became sincerely invested in everybody''s outcome'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''A lovely, warm and humorous read and nothing less than I expected from one of my favourite authors'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

Finding the courage to trust your heart can be the hardest thing of all... Dexter Yates has the looks, the money, the swanky apartment, and girlfriends galore. But it''s not until his niece, Delphi, is born that Dex falls in love for the first time in his life. Then tragedy strikes when Dex''s sister Laura dies in an accident. Suddenly, Dex finds himself a new parent and a single father to boot. With no idea how to raise an eight-month-old baby girl on his own, Dex decides to move into his weekend home in the small village of Briarwood in the Cotswolds. The quirky neighborhood welcomes him with open arms, especially next—door neighbor and gifted cartoonist Molly who offers to help with Delphi. Molly won''t put up with any nonsense and her messy romantic past makes her cautious. If they can learn to trust each other, there might be a happily-ever-after for all three. A fresh and fun British women''s fiction and a great romantic book with plenty of humor and friendship. Fans of Meg Cabot, Sophie Kinsella, Helen Fielding and Jennifer Weiner will love Mansell''s quirky humor and the "will they, won''t they" relationship between Molly and Dex. What reviewers are saying about Don''t Want To Miss A Thing: "A little bundle of joy changes everything in this quirky chick—lit tale... charmingly well charted. " —Publishers Weekly " her signature blend of humor, romance, and multiple happy endings, " —Booklist "Utterly charming from the first page, Mansell''s engaging tale is as welcome and warming as a cup of tea on a rainy night. " —RT Book Reviews "One of the masters of fun, upbeat fiction with twists of romance..." —Shelf Awareness "sweet, funny, and even a tiny bit sad but oh so fantastic!" —Peeking Between the Pages " With a charming English village, a baby, and a playboy, chick—lit enthusiasts can go wrong with this book!" —Debbie''s Book Bag

"Jill Mansell keeps on getting better..." —Good Housekeeping Good intentions go awry in this irresistible page-turner from international bestseller author Jill Mansell Outspoken Tessa Duvall lives in a tiny, cozy cottage near Bath, struggling as an artist and feeling she doesn''t really fit in with her posh friends. One fateful evening, she lets her best friend drag her to an elegant party, with every intention of sneaking out early. Then she encounters Ross Monahan, the high-profile hotel owner who, quite literally, charms the pants off Tessa. She knows Ross and his wicked reputation may be nothing but a distraction, but soon, Tessa realizes that even a temporary fling can have permanent consequences... Could Ross actually be the best thing thats eve''r happened to her? One fling follows another, and now the whole community is embroiled in a great big web of deceit, the untangling of which will charm you, amuse you, make you laugh and make you cry.

From New York Times and #1 international bestselling queen of chick-lit Jill Mansell comes a humorous novel about three women determined to make this year different than the last. New Year''s resolutions never go according to plan... As the 90s draw to a close, Liza wants to get married, Dulcie wants a divorce, and Pru wants things in her relationship to stay exactly the same. Those are the New Year''s resolutions these three best friends have vowed to keep this year. But if you want to change your mind about your resolutions—and who doesn''t?—you probably shouldn''t have told your closest pals. Regardless of good intentions, every effort to help each other only gets things more mixed up. Fortunately for all concerned, Fate has got a few tricks of her own in store... Readers of Sophie Kinsella and Elin Hilderbrand will love escaping into this perfect vacation read which proves that, even with the best-laid plans, you never know what a year might hold for you. Also by Jill Mansell: It Started With a Secret This Could Change Everything Miranda''s Big Mistake Maybe This Time

Millie''s quiet, single summer is about to get turned upside down... When her dear friend and bestselling novelist Orla Hart invites Millie to spend the summer with her in Cornwall, Millie leaps at the chance to spend the summer alone, recovering from a bad breakup. But Orla has other ideas. Envisioning Millie as the heroine of her next novel, Orla is determined that Millie should meet the man of her dreams this summer. The trouble is, Millie''s taste in men doesn''t match with Orla''s at all. Hugh Emerson, dashing young widower, is the one who really interests her. He is also the one man Orla insists she shouldn''t get involved with. With dropped wallets, rollerskating gorillagrams, the world''s most flirtatious boss, and a helicopter in the back garden, It''s sure to be an unforgettable summer... A fresh and fun British women''s fiction and a great romantic book with plenty of humor, friendship, and some madcap fun. Fans of Meg Cabot, Sophie Kinsella, Helen Fielding and Jennifer Weiner will want to escape to Cornwall this summer to find their own romance. What reviewers are saying about Millie''s Fling: "Millie''s Fling is a super cute and wicked funny book and I thoroughly enjoyed myself while reading it. "—Night Owl Romance "Readers will find a CHARMING ROMP in Jill Mansell''sMillie''s Fling."—BookPage "Ms. Mansell creates such likable and heartwarming characters (like Millie and Orla) that the reader can''t help but root for them."—Booking Mama "Millie''s Fling is a feel-good book for chick lit fans or readers looking for a light and funny novel packed with memorable characters."—Diary of an Eccentric

Even in a small town the drama is larger than life... Cleo Quinn doesn''t have the greatest track record when it comes to men, but now Will''s come along. Handsome and attentive, he could be her Mr Right. Things are definitely looking up for Cleo... apart from one small problem with a rather large ego. Johnny LaVenture, sculptor extraordinaire and her personal childhood nemesis, is back in Channing''s Hill and tormenting her as if he''d never been away. Meanwhile Cleo''s sister Abbie has a problem of her own—husband Tom has become distant and withdrawn, and she''s determined to find out why. But will the shocking truth mean the end of their idyllically happy marriage? The sisters are about to discover that the past can come back to haunt you, and that love can flourish in the unlikeliest of places... Praise for Jill Mansell: "Pick this up at your peril: you won''t get a thing done till it''s finished." —Heat Magazine "Witty and charming, this easygoing tale is full of twists that make it hard to put down." —Woman Magazine "Mansell knows her craft and delivers a finely tuned romantic comedy." —Kirkus "A fast pace and fun writing make the story fly by." —Publishers Weekly

International bestseller Jill Mansell delivers an irresistibly feel-good story about friendship, family, and finding love where you least expect it. Revenge is a dish best served sweet... Miranda''s most recent male-related catastrophe is the seemingly perfect Greg. He''s gorgeous, witty, and they''re on the brink of falling madly in love...until Miranda finds out he''s just left his pregnant wife. With the help of her friends, Miranda plans the most delicious revenge a heartbroken girl can get. But will Miranda learn from her mistake, or move on to the next "perfect" man and ignore the love of her life waiting in the wings? What Readers Are Saying About Jill Mansell: "A book by Jill will make you happy. Trust me." "There''s something magical about Jill''s writing." "When I pick up a Jill Mansell book, I know I''m in for a treat." "Her stories make me believe in happy ever after."

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ''Gripping and incredibly comforting'' Marian Keyes ''Like a little blast of sunshine - uplifting, heartwarming and supremely feelgood'' Sophie Kinsella 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 will be . . . Lainey has lost everything. Luckily one little fib (OK, quite a big fib) helps nail her dream job. Soon she''s living in a stunning house by the sea, fending off obsessed fans for a retired - if far-from-retiring - actor and organising his charming but chaotic family. It''s definitely worth the challenge of keeping her secret. At least Lainey isn''t looking for love. It''s time for a break from all that. And yet . . . Seth, the actor''s grandson, really is rather attractive. There''s growing chemistry and a definite connection between them. But how would he react if he knew she hadn''t been honest with him? Lainey''s not the only one with a secret, though. Seth has one of his own. And everything''s about to start unravelling . . . What readers are saying about Jill Mansell: ''A fantastic read yet again, great characters, great story and as always a few happy tears'' ''Completely absorbing and so addictive'' ''Entertains from start to finish, and it fully deserves a 5-star rating'' ''Great characters and I can''t get enough of the "will they, won''t they" - "should they, could they"obstacles and setbacks''

No one could have planned for this... Lara Carson left her family and boyfriend Flynn eighteen years ago without a word to anyone. Why has no one heard from her since? Does it mean anything that she''s suddenly reappeared in Bath just in time for her ex–best friend Evie''s wedding? And what about Flynn? Even the most eagle–eyed observer can''t tell whether he''s happy to see her, or just stunned. While secrets pile up on secrets, and the gossip mill wings into high gear, the brand–new life Lara''s searching for becomes ever more elusive. There''s a lot of catching up for everyone to do, and Lara''s return is going to be anything but a walk in the park. Praise for To the Moon and Back: "A tremendous look at friendship, hope, romance, and second chances."—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars "A romantic and lighthearted story...fans will eat this story up."—Publishers Weekly "Mansell crafts a lovely story with multiple plotlines, characters, and love interests."—USA Today "Absolutely, positively and outstanding story."—Night Owl Reviews Reviewer Top Pick, 5 stars

What happens when falling in love makes everyone around you go bonkers? Amber Nicholls, Lachlan McCarthy, and Raffaele Wright grew up as foster kids in Teddy Penhaligon''s seaside home and have forged a bond tighter than glue. When they get the news that Teddy''s met someone while on vacation, they''ll do anything to protect him from a presumed gold-digger—even if she seems lovely and charming. Is she fooling them all? Or is she spurring them to uncover their own secret loves? "Uplifting, heartwarming, and supremely feel-good."—SOPHIE KINSELLA, #1 New York Times bestselling author, for It Started with a Secret "Gripping and incredibly comforting."—MARIAN KEYES, #1 international bestselling author, for It Started with a Secret "Engaging and enchanting."—Woman''s World for Maybe This Time

Dive into summer with this delightful tale of 90s sisterhood, full of British charm and swoon-worthy romance, from international bestselling chick-lit author Jill Mansell! It''s not that Janey Sinclair isn''t pleased to see her sister... It''s just that being woken at 7:00 a.m. by Maxine, complete with police escort, isn''t quite how she''d planned to spend her Sunday. Even so, Janey, who''s trying to rebuild her life after her husband disappeared, is delighted to have her sister back home with her in Cornwall. That is, until Maxine sets her sights on an impossibly glamorous fashion photographer, who happens to be new to town. Janey knows there''s no limit to the mischief her sister will create to dispatch her romantic rivals. But neither sister realizes just how close to home the competition will get... A romantic romp, with small-town antics, sisterhood, and a throwback vibe, Sheer Mischief is sure to please any fan of British chick-lit. Also by Jill Mansell: It Started With a Secret This Could Change Everything Mixed Doubles Miranda''s Big Mistake Maybe This Time

"Mansell scores again with a multilayered contemporary story of loves lost and found...." —Publishers Weekly A funny, heartfelt novel about second chances at love from international bestselling author Jill Mansell When it comes to love, never say never When Nancy discovers the expensive jewelry her husband''s been buying isn''t for her, she decamps from the Scottish countryside to her best friend Carmen''s posh Chelsea town house to sort things out. Nancy finds herself in a surprising new world, where rock stars are nicer than you thought, social workers are not necessarily to be trusted, and the filthy rich are folks with problems just like you. Everybody falls in love with the wrong people, and the path to true love twists and turns before you discover who you really want. "Bursting with humor, brimming with intrigue, and full of characters you''ll adore." —Heat on Don''t Want to Miss a Thing "Warm, witty, and romantic." —Daily Mail on Take a Chance on Me

USA Today Bestseller! Are you in the midst of one of those "exciting" phases of life, like the eerily quiet empty nest...or the new job with the distractingly attractive, off-limits boss...or a wacky new roommate who isn''t at all as advertised? What about all of those at once... Is your life full of surprises? No? Well, what if it could be? You may begin to think you''re living someone else''s reality. And maybe, that''s not a bad thing... International bestselling author Jill Mansell spins a poignant and funny story of mothers, daughters, friends, and lovers...and what happens when everything takes a turn for the unexpected. Praise for A Walk in the Park: "What a fabulous read...laugh out loud moments, heartwarming and sweet."—Wendy''s Minding Spot "Wonderful characters...Held me captivated."—Long and Short Reviews "A great read with drama, dry humor, and colorful characters."—RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars "Mansell excels at the ensemble romantic comedy, and her quirky but endearing characters shine once again."—Booklist "Charming...Mansell deftly weaves a web of poignant loves stories."—Publishers Weekly

A touching romantic novel about a young woman whose time is running out - a Sunday Times bestseller. Not to be missed by readers of Lucy Diamond and Jenny Colgan. Jill Mansell''s enchanting new novel will drive readers to seize life with both hands and make the most of every minute... Hallie has a secret. She''s in love. He''s perfect for her in every way, but he''s seriously out of bounds. And her friends aren''t going to help her because what they do know is that Hallie doesn''t have long to live. Time is running out... Flo has a dilemma. She really likes Zander. But his scary sister won''t be even faintly amused if she thinks Zander and Flo are becoming friends - let alone anything more. Tasha has a problem. Her new boyfriend is the adventurous type. And she''s afraid one of his adventures will go badly wrong. THREE AMAZING THINGS ABOUT YOU begins as Hallie goes on a journey. A donor has been found and she''s about to be given new lungs. But whose? What readers are saying about Three Amazing Things About You: ''I loved all the characters, and hated to leave their world. When a book can make you smile, cry and laugh, you know it''s a winner'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''I adored every single page and every single feeling this story evoked in me. Beautifully researched, beautifully told and expressed and I want to read it again and again'' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ''A wonderful tale of friendship, love, loss and the miracles of life. Such a rich tapestry of characters beautifully bought together'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jill Mansell captivates with a madcap tale of the games lovers play. Who will make the next move? How does one become accidentally engaged? That''s what Suzy Curtis thinks when she suddenly finds herself very publicly engaged to handsome Harry Fitzallan, local town hero. Harry wants famous rock star Jaz to be his best man—only he''s Suzy''s ex-husband and a recovering alcoholic. Suzy''s half sister Lucille loves getting to know the family she''d never met, but she can''t help her attraction to Jaz, nor can Suzy quash her entirely inappropriate feelings for Leo, Harry''s engaged brother! With all these wild players at the table, mayhem is bound to ensue. As each new piece comes into play, everyone has more to lose, and the only way to win is if you''re good at the games of love... Praise for The Unexpected Consequences of Love: "A perfect escape...full of the kind of joy that Mansell''s readers have come to savor and that new readers will have a hard time resisting." —RT Book Reviews, 4 stars "A charming and, at times, madcap romantic comedy." —Booklist "Mansell will be your remedy for years to come." —Night Owl Reviews, 4 1⁄2 stars, Top Pick

International bestseller Jill Mansell crafts the perfect summertime tale about finding your roots, filled with romance, friendship, and the power of redemption. You''ll laugh, you''ll cry, and you''ll never want the story to end. All it takes is one email to end her relationship, get her kicked out of her apartment, and just about ruin her life. Essie Phillips never meant for her private rant to be sent to everyone in her address book, but as soon as it goes viral, her life as she knows it is over. Solution: move to a new town, find a new job, make new friends. A chance meeting with Zillah and the rest of the folks in her boarding house, might be exactly the second chance Essie needs. If only it were as simple as that... Light-hearted and comforting, this book is the perfect romantic escape for any summertime reading list! Also by Jill Mansell: Miranda''s Big Mistake Maybe This Time It Started with a Secret

Would you be tempted? Newly single, Tilly Cole impulsively accepts a job offer in a small town as a "Girl Friday." Fun job, country house, fresh start, why not? But soon she finds herself in a hotbed of gossip, intrigue, and rampant rivalry for the town''s most desirable bachelor-Jack Lucas. Rumors of Jack''s "love ''em and leave ''em" escapes abound, and Tilly decides to do the mature, sensible thing... avoid Jack at all cost. But the more time Tilly spends with Jack, the more the rumors just don''t make sense. Tilly doesn''t know what to believe... and Jack''s not telling.

When Josh Strachan, newly returned to his home in north Cornwall from sunny California, first meets Sophie Wells, he''s immediately smitten. Sophie''s pretty, she''s funny, she has lots of friends and she clearly loves her job as a photographer. There''s just one problem: Sophie has very firmly turned her back on love. It''s nothing personal, she tells Josh, but she just doesn''t do dates. And no one - even Sophie''s scatty best friend Tula - will tell him why. Josh is sure Sophie likes him, though, and he''s just got to find out what''s put her off romance. And then put things right...

You won''t want to miss the new story from New York Times and #1 international bestselling queen of romantic women''s fiction Jill Mansell, featuring: Poignant, laugh-out-loud fiction that makes you smile A feel good story about second chances Star-crossed lovers The importance of finding your way home Didi Laing met her first love, Shay Mason, on a magical winter visit to Venice. They were rapturously happy together and Shay came to work at Didi''s parents'' hotel in the Cotswolds. Then one shocking event changed everything, and Shay disappeared. For thirteen years, no one expects to hear from him again. Then one day out of the blue, Shay returns to fulfill his father''s dying wish. Moving into the best suite in Didi''s hotel sets off a chain of events that affects the whole town. Everyone has their own stories and secrets, more intertwined than anyone could have guessed... Praise for Jill Mansell: "Uplifting, heart-warming and supremely feel-good."—SOPHIE KINSELLA, #1 New York Times bestselling author, for It Started with a Secret "Laugh-out-loud entertainment."—Fresh Fiction for Kiss "A frothy, escapist romp."—Booklist for Fast Friends

"Jill Mansell keeps on getting better..." —Good Housekeeping Heart-stopping romantic entanglements, crossed wires and sisterly dilemmas - all the ingredients for an unputdownable read from international bestselling author, Jill Mansell When Clemency meets the brilliant Sam Adams, she could just about fall in love with him—if he weren''t married. Three years later, Clemency has settled into her cozy home village of Cornwall to focus on her career. Everything is smooth sailing until Sam upends her entire life...by showing up as her stepsister''s boyfriend. Caught in the midst of a love triangle, Clemency has to pretend she''s never met Sam...and choose between the love of her life and the bond of sisterhood.

What''s a girl to do with… An offer you can''t refuse? A new bestseller from one of the UK''s biggest authors! Nothing could tear Lola and Dougie apart, except his mother… Seventeen-year-old Lola has no intention of accepting when her boyfriend''s snobbish mother offers her a huge bribe to break up with him. Then Lola discovers a secret that makes her think again, and the only way she can help one of the people she loves most in the world is to take the money and break Dougie''s heart. Ten years later, when Lola meets Dougie again, her feelings for him are as strong as ever. She''ll do almost anything to get him back, but she can never tell him the truth. Can she overcome his bitterness and win his heart? She''s attractive, persuasive, and endlessly optimistic, but even Lola''s got her work cut out for her this time. PRAISE FOR AN OFFER YOU CAN''T REFUSE "Pick this up at your peril: you won''t get a thing done till it''s finished!" "You won''t be disappointed in this gem." Hot Stars Magazine "Pick this up at your peril: you won''t get a thing done till it''s finished." Heat magazine "Witty and charming, this easygoing tale is full of twists that make it hard to put down." Woman "Classy chick-lit that appeals to women of all ages. She [Jill Mansell] has a fantastic ability to keep a number of storylines running at the same time without losing the reader in a labyrinth." Daily Express "Warm and funny." Heat magazine "A romantic romp full of larger-than-life characters." Express "Fast, furious and fabulous fun. To read it is to devour it." Company "A light-hearted and likeable tale." Prima "A jaunty summer read." Daily Mail "A great, comical read." Birmingham Post

Life is easy, it''s men she''ll never figure out... When hotel manager Daisy MacLean meets cocky sports hero Dev Tyzack, it''s a no brainer—stay away. He is arrogant and sarcastic—but also incredibly sexy. Daisy tries her best to steer clear of him, yet soon comes to realize he is the one guest she can''t bear to see leave. Then she learns a devastating truth: most people are not who they seem to be, for better or worse... From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author—smart, sassy, savy women''s fiction that never disappoints! "Another jaunty read about life, love, and laughter." —Reading Evening Post "Engaging, warm, and funny...an entertaining romp." —Liverpool Echo "There''s trouble at Daisy''s hotel when she has to deal with a colourful set of wedding guests and her own troubled love life. Sure-fire bestseller from Queen of chicklit, Mansell." —Heat "A lively, appealing, and sassy comedy of errors about second chances...Romantic storyteller Jill Mansell is in top form."—Nuneaton Evening Telegraph

Newly widowed Ellie moves to London''s glamorous Primrose Hill to start over, but her new boss, Zack McLaren, is terribly distracting as he does everything he can to win her attention and her affection.

The bigger the mistake, the bigger the temptation... When Nadia Kinsella meets Jay Tiernan, she''s tempted. Of course she is. Stranded together while a snowstorm rages outside ... who would ever know? But Nadia''s already been together with Laurie for years—they''re practically childhood sweethearts. Okay, so maybe she doesn''t get to see much of him these days , but she can'' t betray him. When Laurie dumps her to move to America to pursue his modeling career, Nadia runs into Jay again and the sparks from their first encounter are still there. But just as their budding relationship is about to take off, Laurie returns and he wants Nadia back. Stuck between a rock and a hard place (or two gorgeous guys), let''s just hope that Nadia really does know best... British chick lit and a great romantic book, Nadia Knows Best has a wonderful cast of supporting characters and plenty of fun. Fans of Meg Cabot, Sophie Kinsella and Love Actually will be rooting for Nadia to find her happily ever after. What reviewers are saying about Nadia Knows Best: "Mansell''s trademark wit and quirkiness is showcased in this fun chick-lit tale."—Booklist "... outstanding. 4.5/5 stars, Reviewer Top Pick!"—Night Owl Reviews "I heart Jill Mansell – her books are filled with warm and funny characters whose journey to love pulls you along in its stream of warm-fuzzies and giggles."—Drey''s Library "Delightfully quirky and memorable..."—Bellas Novella "Light and breezy... written with a playful sense of humor." —Nights and Weekends "Fun, flirty and entertaining."—Under the Boardwalk

Love is a complicated thing... Lottie Carlyle is happy enough. Living in a beautiful cottage with her two adorable-sometimes-kids in an idyllic village, on good terms with her ex-husband, and with friends all around, everything is going just fine. But when she meets her new boss, her peaceful world is thrown into delightful, exciting, and frustrating chaos. Tyler is perfect for Lottie, but her kids do not agree. To make matters worse, the handsome and mysterious Seb appears on the scene, intriguing-and distracting-Lottie and charming her children, making it more and more difficult for her to make up her mind... "Very nicely done... Jill Mansell''s chorus of sharp-witted youth, shaking sticks at the foibles of their elders, is delightful." -Daily Express "A smashing read that both delights and surprises the reader." —The Sun Praise for Thinking of You: "Mansell is like a Michelin-rated chef: She may use common ingredients, but under her sure hand the results are deliciously superior." -Kirkus "Humorous, sometimes poignant... Her breezy style resembles that of Sophie Kinsella or Helen Fielding... readers will be delighted." -Booklist "Jill Mansell combines, humor, friendship, romance and betrayal... keeps you wanting more." -Fresh Fiction "Beyond the fun, faulted characters, Mansell has a gift for humorous and witty dialogue that will leave readers in stitches... Mansell excels at creating relationships that are dynamic and complicated." -Savvy Verse and Wit

What happens when a relationship is too good to be true...? Life''s a dream for perfect celebrity couple Jack and Cass Mandeville. With killer style, A-list day jobs, and an envious marriage, the Mandevilles have captured the hearts of the people and the affections of the press. Their lives couldn''t be more picture perfect—that is, until Jack turns forty and his world turns upside down when a stunning, and strikingly intelligent, redhead named Imogen interviews the couple for a high-profile magazine. Like a bolt of lightning, Jack is hit with a midlife crisis of epic proportions, bursting Jack and Cass''s proverbial bubble. This drastic turn of events sends their entire family, friends, local community, and fans around the country, into a tailspin. Cass can only hope Jack will snap out of it soon, but it''s too late already—nothing will ever be the same again... New York Times and USA Today bestseller Jill Mansell delivers laugh-out-loud antics and a perfect ending! Praise for Jill Mansell: "A little blast of sunshine—uplifting, heartwarming and supremely feel-good."—Sophie Kinsella, #1 New York Times bestselling author, for It Started with a Secret "Gripping and incredibly comforting."—Marian Keyes, #1 International bestselling author, for It Started with a Secret "Jill Mansell captures your heart."—Fresh Fiction for Kiss

FAST FRIENDS is a warm and funny romantic novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Jill Mansell. For fans of Lucy Diamond, Cathy Kelly and Marian Keyes. When the chips are down, who better to turn to then your oldest friends? When bored housewife and mother Camilla Stewart impulsively invites her old schoolchums for dinner she hardly imagines that the evening will shatter her comfortable existence. But Roz Vallender and Loulou Marks are no ordinary guests. Roz, stunning and self-assured, is notorious as a TV presenter and superbitch, whilst the reckless Loulou owns Vampires, the trendiest wine bar in town. Horrified to discover that husband Jack has been playing around, Camilla determines to make some changes. With a little help from her friends she soon finds out that life in the fast lane is a lot more fun and the future still holds plenty of surprises. What readers are saying about Fast Friends: ''I am a huge lover of Jill Mansell books but this has to be her best to date. Ienjoyed savouring every moment of it'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars ''The tangled web of relationships within the book are so much fun to read about, that the book becomes just impossible to put down!'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars ''Loved this book from start to finish... funny, sad, agonising, teasing and touching'' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

From international bestseller Jill Mansell comes chick-lit fiction at its most heart-warming—a breezy romance full of humor and missed connections. Is there ever a perfect time for love? When Mimi Huish first visits her dad''s new home in the Cotswolds, she falls in love with Goosebrook and the people who live there. There''s Paddy, with his electric-blue eyes and seductive charm. Friendly and funny Lois makes Mimi laugh. And gorgeous Cal Mathieson is welcoming and charismatic. Though Mimi loves her city life and her career, she''d be very happy to return to the Cotswolds if it meant seeing more of him. Life is about to take some shocking twists and turns. And Mimi''s path and Cal''s are set to cross again and again—but will it ever be the right time for both of them? Readers of Sophie Kinsella and Jenny Colgan will relish this light-hearted story of star-crossed lovers, family, and the importance of community! Also by Jill Mansell: This Could Change Everything Miranda''s Big Mistake It Started with a Secret

In this delightful ebook, Jill Mansell gives readers an exclusive glimpse of her life as a writer. Newly updated with exclusive extra material! Find out what''s IN JILL''S HANDBAG, enjoy A DINNER DATE WITH JILL and get to know Jill in a QUICKFIRE Q & A. This updated ebook also includes a sneak peek at Jill''s new novel for January 2017, MEET ME AT BEACHCOMBER BAY. And as in the original A-Z OF HAPPINESS, there''s a bear (not a real one), lit up by fairy lights, with zillions of happy endings buzzing around, eating Chinese takeaway for breakfast, getting up late and tweeting A LOT. Oh, and there''s been an explosion in the glitter factory! Recommended for all with withdrawal symptoms from YOU AND ME, ALWAYS, and anticipation disorder for MEET ME AT BEACHCOMBER BAY. NOT A NOVEL - but a little happiness fix.

Three beloved, poignant comedies from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jill Mansell—smart, sassy women''s fiction that never disappoints! STAYING AT DAISY''S When hotel manager Daisy MacLean meets cocky sports hero Dev Tyzack, it''s a no brainer—hands off. He is terribly arrogant—but also incredibly sexy. Daisy tries her best to steer clear of him, yet soon comes to realize he is the one guest she can''t bear to see leave. MILLIE''S FLING Popular romance author Orla Hart decides to make her friend Millie Brady the heroine of her next novel, even though Millie doubts her boring life will inspire a steamy page-turner. But whatever excitement doesn''t happen to Millie naturally, Orla is secretly determine to stir up... AN OFFER YOU CAN''T REFUSE When her boyfriend''s mother offers seventeen-year-old Lola an enormous bribe to break up with Dougie, she doesn''t refuse. The only way she can save her family is to take the money. Now, ten years later, a twist of fate has brought Dougie and Lola together again. Lola is hoping it''s true that time heals all wounds. But how can she possibly win him back without telling him why she broke his heart in the first place? "A rip-roaring good time." —Savvy Verse & Wit (Miranda''s Big Mistake) "Mansell knows her craft and delivers a finely tuned romantic comedy." —Booklist (An Offer You Can''t Refuse) "Love and laugher prevail...a clever, absorbing, and very enjoyable read." —Publishers Weekly (Staying at Daisy''s)

Sophie has no interest in finding love. But what happens when love finds her? Sophie Wells is a successful photographer with a focus on putting the past firmly behind her. When Josh Strachan returns to the seaside town of Cornwall from the States to run his family''s hotel, he can''t understand why the fun, sexy girl has zero interest in letting him—or any man for that matter—into her life. He also can''t understand how he''s been duped into employing Sophie''s impulsive friend Tula, whose crush on him is decidedly unrequited. Both girls remain mum about the reasons behind Sophie''s indifference to love. But that doesn''t mean Josh is going to quit trying...

A SUNDAY TIMES HARDBACK BESTSELLER Love, friendship and secrets revealed as the sun beats down on dazzling blue Cornish seas . . . The irresistible, romantic, heart-warming summer read from bestselling author Jill Mansell. It''s set to be the perfect wedding - till the chauffeur is asked to keep driving the bride round the church. This wedding is not going as planned. Lottie is a guest at the wedding when she sees Max for the first time in fifteen years. No kiss since has matched their last kiss together. They were on the brink of a beautiful love story. Then something shocking happened that tore them apart. Now here he is, handsome as ever, teasing Lottie in the old way - and that tingling electric attraction is back. But Max is out of bounds. Ruby has been the perfect vicar''s wife. But when she finds out the truth about her husband Peter, outrage and disbelief drive her to act impulsively, without a thought for the consequences. And nothing will ever be the same again. There will be a wedding of the year - but maybe not yet. When love is in the air, anything can happen . . . The gorgeous new romance from the beloved and bestselling Jill Mansell! Praise for Jill''s novels: ''A real ray of sunshine . . . Jill''s books should be on prescription!'' Phillipa Ashley ''The absolute definition of reading for pleasure, it will bring hours of happiness'' Veronica Henry ''Jill Mansell''s brilliance shouts from every page'' Milly Johnson

On the one hand, if Essie hadn''t written that letter - the one that only her best friend was meant to see - then she''d still be living like an actual proper grown-up, tucked up with Paul in his picture-perfect cottage, maybe even planning their wedding... On the other hand (if her true feelings hadn''t accidentally taken the internet by storm, that is) she wouldn''t have moved into the attic flat on the square. She would never have met Conor. Or got to know Lucas... And she wouldn''t have found herself falling in love with someone she really, really shouldn''t fall in love with...

Would you be tempted? Newly single, Tilly Cole impulsively accepts a job offer in a small town as a "Girl Friday." Fun job, country house, fresh start, why not? But soon she finds herself in a hotbed of gossip, intrigue, and rampant rivalry for the town''s most desirable bachelor-Jack Lucas. Rumors of Jack''s "love ''em and leave ''em" escapes abound, and Tilly decides to do the mature, sensible thing... avoid Jack at all cost. But the more time Tilly spends with Jack, the more the rumors just don''t make sense. Tilly doesn''t know what to believe... and Jack''s not telling.