Most Popular Books by Susan Wiggs

A gifted but troubled physician, Blue Calhoun runs a thriving practice from his Nob Hill mansion while raising his son after an unthinkable tragedy. Then one day a fugitive with a gunshot wound appears in Blue''s surgery. Though she holds a pistol aimed at his heart, the desperation in her eyes awakens Blue''s compassion. Reluctantly he is drawn to her fragile beauty, her nerves of steel and the mystery surrounding her. Isabel Fish-Wooten spent most of her life on the run, but everything changes when she forces a stranger to save her life. Yet her rescue comes with an unexpected price. As Isabel recovers from her wounds, she is touched by this remarkable man and yearns to reach out to him and his son. From danger-filled back alleys to glittering ballrooms, Isabel and Blue confront the violence and corruption that threatens their newfound passion. Theirs is an unforgettable quest to discover a rare and special love, and the precious gift of a second chance at happiness.

A workaholic and a free spirit collide at a Pacific-Northwest island getaway in this romantic short story by a #1 New York Times–bestselling author. Off the coast of Washington lies Spruce Island, home to Rainshadow Lodge, the perfect summer retreat. Neither Mitch Rutherford or Rosie Galvez expect to find romance during their month-long visit to the rambling Victorian getaway. Mitch, an architect, is a workaholic on a deadline, while Rosie’s determined to relax and enjoy the scenery while preparing an environmental report. But despite—or perhaps because?—of their differences, they find themselves drawn to each other, and their lives are irrevocably changed by their stay at the lodge. Originally published in 1998 in That Summer Place anthology.

Revisit the beloved Chicago Fire trilogy in these three sweeping, romantic tales from New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs. THE HOSTAGE Deborah Sinclair is a beautiful, accomplished young heiress with a staggering dowry, but her fortune does her no good when, one horrible night, Chicago is engulfed in flames. Tom Silver will walk through fire to avenge a terrible injustice—and he may have to. Yet when he makes Deborah a pawn in his revenge, the heat of the inferno fades next to the attraction he feels for his captive. THE MISTRESS Kathleen O’Leary is a penniless maid, but tonight she takes a risk and masquerades as a glamorous heiress, thanks to a borrowed gown and her friends’ sense of adventure. To her surprise, the ruse succeeds—even Dylan Kennedy, Chicago’s most eligible bachelor, seems enraptured. But like Kathleen, Dylan isn’t who he says he is…. THE FIREBRAND During her escape from the flames engulfing Chicago, Lucy Hathaway rescued an orphaned baby from a burning hotel. Five years later, Lucy walks into Rand Higgins’s bank and knows: the child she saved actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she’s come to love, she’ll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife.

Escape to the tranquil shores of Willow Lake with #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs in this collection of unforgettable tales from her beloved Lakeshore Chronicles series. SUMMER AT WILLOW LAKE Olivia Bellamy reluctantly trades in her Manhattan lifestyle for a summer renovating her family''s old resort camp in the Catskills. Shocked by the unexpected disarray of the resort, she is forced to turn to contractor Connor Davis for help—only to discover that the long-ago passion between them is still very much alive! THE WINTER LODGE When Jenny Majesky loses everything in a devastating house fire, she seeks refuge on the shores of Willow Lake. But as the local police chief, Rourke McKnight, tries to help her unravel the mysteries revealed by the fire, Jenny discovers that she still has something to lose—her heart. DOCKSIDE Nina Romano is ready to embrace the life she never truly had as a single mom—dating, traveling, chasing dreams. But now that she''s finally on her own, Nina finds herself confronted with the last thing she expects to happen—falling head over heels for single father and inn owner Greg Bellamy!

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A trio of romance tales includes \"The Borrowed Bride,\" in which Isabel is tempted by a past lover; \"The Forgotten Bride,\" in which a gallery owner and her former teacher reunite; and \"The Bygone Bride,\" about a model who poses for a bridal magazine with her ex-husband. Original.

Beloved New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs returns with a compulsively readable tale of an idyllic California beach town forced to reckon with scandal when a high school valedictorian’s speech reveals secrets that shake the town to its core. \"Readers will savor sunny skies and perfect surf in this stunning new novel, but one thing is for sure: In this Beach Town, there is always more happening than meets the eye. Don’t miss this expansive beauty of a summer book!\" --Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Summer of Songbirds Every town has its secrets... In idyllic Alara Cove, a California beach town known for its sunny charm and chill surfer vibe, it’s graduation day at the elite Thornton Academy. At Thornton, the students are the worldly and overindulged children who live in gated enclaves with spectacular views. But the class valedictorian is Nikki Graziola, a surfer’s daughter who is there on scholarship. To the shock of everyone in the audience, Nikki veers off script while giving her commencement address and reveals a secret that breaks open the whole community. As her truth explodes into the light, Alara Cove will face a reckoning. Nikki Graziola’s accusation shakes the foundation of Alara Cove, pitting her against the wealthy family whose money runs the town. Her new notoriety sends Nikki into exile for years, where she finds fame—but not fortune—overseas as a competition surfer...until a personal tragedy compels her to return to Alara Cove. As Nikki struggles to rebuild her future, she finds that the people of the town have not forgotten her. But time has changed Alara Cove, and old friendships, rivalries, and an unexpected romance draw her back into the life of the beach town she’s never quite forgotten, and where joy and redemption may be possible after all.

Beautiful, charming and respected as the wife of an ambitious senator, Helena Cabot Barnes is the leading lady of Saratoga Springs. But beneath the facade lies a terrible deception. Helena married for all the wrong reasons—and discovered too late that her husband is a dangerous man. Fearing for her safety, she ends her marriage and flees to legendary Moon Lake Lodge, where she creates a refuge for other women in need of a safe haven. And there she finds the courage within to become the woman she was meant to be. But Helena can''t outrun her past. In desperation, she turns to Michael Rowan, a man she once loved, a man who broke her heart. A brilliant inventor, Michael is still ruggedly handsome, still defiantly unconventional. For Helena, the road to trusting Michael again is long and hard. And danger lies ahead. But Michael has just discovered a shattering truth…and a reason to stay and fight for the woman he once lost. With a deft hand and a unique voice, acclaimed author Susan Wiggs creates an enchanting story that will take your breath away as it reaffirms the power of love and the magic of forgiveness.

Experience the magical romance of a New York Christmas in this classic tale from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs… Elaine St. James has it all—a thriving career as an elite Manhattan publicist, A-list best friends and a gorgeous, high-profile boyfriend her parents adore. But when Byron breaks up with her on Christmas Eve, Elaine is faced with the prospect of spending the holidays alone…until the man she loved long ago reappears, much like a ghost from Christmas past. Tony Fiore was everything her Upper East Side parents wanted Elaine to avoid—the Italian-American boy from Brooklyn was hardly an ideal match for their perfect socialite daughter. Despite their differences, they always found themselves together on Christmas Eve, ice-skating at Rockefeller Center. Until the year Tony failed to show up, and broke Elaine''s heart. Now, seven years later, on another Christmas Eve, they might finally have a second chance at first love…

www.SusanWiggs.com #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs sweeps readers away to the misty coast of Ireland in an irresistible tale of falling in love with the enemy… John Wesley Hawkins was condemned to hang, accused of treason and heresy. As he''s transported to the scaffold at Tyburn, however, the Lord Protector steps in and offers him the hand of mercy—if Wesley agrees to travel to Ireland on a dangerous mission into the heart of the Irish resistance against English rule. He''ll have to seduce the rebels'' secrets from a headstrong Irishwoman, but that shouldn''t be a problem for a man of Wesley''s reputation…. Caitlin MacBride is mistress of the beleaguered Irish castle Clonmuir, and she makes no secret of her loyalty to her countrymen. She''s determined to remain strong for her people, but a wish for true love one evening at sunset yields the one thing that may sway her resolve. When Wesley walks out of the mist that fateful night, Caitlin''s faith in the magic of Ireland is briefly restored—until she discovers he''s one of the treacherous Englishmen she has spent her life fighting against.

Chicago, 1871 In the aftermath of a destructive blaze, romance begins to blossom... Chicago is burning, and Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles—and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby. Five years later, Lucy walks into Rand Higgins''s bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she''s come to love, she''ll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... In this exciting conclusion to the Chicago Fire trilogy, #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs weaves a story about a crumbling city and a burgeoning family—and how both are built up from the ashes. Books in the Chicago Fire Trilogy: The Hostage The Mistress The Firebrand Previously published.

Bestselling author Susan Wiggs literally wrote the book on happily-ever-after love. But orchestrating her daughter Elizabeth''s real-world wedding turned into a different story altogether, and one that takes two to tell—the mother and the bride. Here is the all-too-true tale of a mother and daughter collaborating on life''s ultimate celebration—a dream wedding. Often poignant, sometimes irreverent and always hilarious, this charming book is also packed with useful advice from both ends of the cupcake-tasting table. Join mother and daughter as they wade through the trenches of flowers and favors, grueling gown decisions…and the cold, cruel realities of a budget. With luck, love and loads of patience, they come out on the other side, bloodied but unbowed, replete with life lessons—and closer than ever before.

“A classic beauty-and-the-beast love story that will stay in your heart long after you’ve turned the last page.” —Kristin Hannah, #1 New York Times–bestselling author Once, the sea took everything he loved . . . Jesse Morgan is a man hiding from the pain of his past, a man who has vowed never to give his heart again. Keeper of a remote lighthouse along a rocky and dangerous coast, he has locked himself away from everything but his bitter memories. Now, the sea has given him a second chance. A beautiful stranger washes ashore, the sole survivor of a shipwreck. Penniless and pregnant, Mary Dare is a woman who carries painful memories of her own. With laughter, hope and joy, Mary and her child bring light into the dark corners of Jesse’s world. But when their friendship turns to passion and passion becomes love, secrets from the past threaten to take it all away. “With mythic styling, Wiggs creates a tempest-tossed, illiterate, pregnant young Irishwoman, Mary Dare, who will teach Jesse that life is for friendship, forgiveness and compassion.” —Publishers Weekly

#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs delivers a riveting story that challenges our deepest-held beliefs... Caught between two worlds, Caleb Stoltz is bound by a deathbed promise to raise his orphaned niece and nephew in Middle Grove, where life revolves around family, farm, faith—and long-held suspicions about outsiders. When disaster strikes, Caleb is thrust into an urban environment of high-tech medicine and the relentless rush of modern life. Dr. Reese Powell is poised to join the medical dynasty of her wealthy, successful parents. Bold, assertive, and quick-thinking, she lives for the addictive rush of saving lives. When a shocking accident brings Caleb Stoltz into her life, Reese is forced to deal with a situation that challenges everything she thinks she knows—and ultimately emboldens her to question her most powerful beliefs. Then one impulsive act brings about a clash of cultures in a tug-of-war that plays out in a courtroom, challenging the very nature of justice and reverberating through generations, straining the fragile threads of faith and family.

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He loves without question. He is strong and silent, tender yet tough. He''s all any woman would ever want. In a cat, that is. Now three bestselling authors are brought together in this wonderful collection of historical romances filled with fiery passion, glorious love and fearless felines. All three stories feature a special cat in the starring role.

Book 2 of the Calhoun Chronicles by #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs. Virginia, 1854 Once a privileged son of the South, Hunter Calhoun now stands a widower shadowed by the scandal of his wife''s death. Burying himself in his success with breeding Thoroughbred racehorses, he''s left his family to crumble and forgotten how to comfort his grieving children. When a prized stallion arrives from Ireland crazed and unridable, Hunter is forced to seek help for the beast. Removed from the world of wealth and social privilege, Eliza Fylte has inherited her father''s famed gift for gentling horses. And when Hunter arrives with his wild steed, her healing spirit reaches further yet, drawing her to his shattered family and to the intense, bitter man who needs her, just as she needs him. Eliza understands what Hunter refuses to see…that love is the greatest healer of all. But can her kind, humble being manage to teach such an untethered man what truly matters in life? A historical romance.

Two warm-hearted, classic romances to take the chill out of your winter, from a #1 New York Times–bestselling author. The St. James Affair Elaine St. James has it all—a thriving career as an elite Manhattan publicist, A-list best friends and a gorgeous, high-profile boyfriend her parents adore. But when Byron breaks up with her on Christmas Eve, Elaine is faced with the prospect of spending the holidays alone . . . until the man she loved long ago reappears, much like a ghost from Christmas past. Tony Fiore was everything her Upper East Side parents wanted Elaine to avoid—the Italian-American boy from Brooklyn was hardly an ideal match for their perfect socialite daughter. Despite their differences, they always found themselves together on Christmas Eve, ice-skating at Rockefeller Center. Until the year Tony failed to show up and broke Elaine’s heart. Now, seven years later, on another Christmas Eve, they might finally have a second chance at first love . . . Candlelight Christmas A single father who yearns to be a family man, Logan O’Donnell is determined to create the perfect Christmas for his son, Charlie. The entire O’Donnell clan arrives to spend the holidays in Avalon, a postcard-pretty town on the shores of Willow Lake, a place for the family to reconnect and rediscover the special gifts of the season. One of the guests is a newcomer to Willow Lake—Darcy Fitzgerald. Sharp-witted, independent and intent on guarding her heart, she’s the last person Logan can see himself falling for. And Darcy is convinced that a relationship is the last thing she needs this Christmas. Yet between the snowy silence of the winter woods and the toasty moments by a crackling fire, their two lonely hearts collide. The magic of the season brings them each a gift neither ever expected—a love to last a lifetime.

\"Don''t miss this charming Christmas tale of thawing hearts, escaping dogs, and finding home. I couldn''t help digging into this book with both paws.\" --Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Must Love Flowers The ultimate holiday gift from New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs: a delightful novel about a Christmas transport of rescue puppies that’s guaranteed to warm readers’ hearts. Brenda Malloy wants nothing to do with Christmas ever again. Last year, Brenda and her husband rushed their beloved dog Tim to the emergency vet on Christmas eve. The good news: Tim survived after the vet cleared the obstruction--a pair of women’s lace undies. The bad news: the undies were not Brenda’s. A year after the breakup, Brenda has put her life back together. She’s trained for a marathon, is writing a children’s novel, and she’s found purpose and healing as a volunteer with a dog rescue organization in Houston, Texas. The rescue partners with a program in Avalon, New York--a small, snowy town deep in the Catskills. Now Brenda is arranging the transport of rescued dogs from Houston to Avalon—just in time for a merry Christmas with their forever families. Brenda’s friends worry about her driving a van two thousand miles with twelve dogs in crates, but she shrugs off their concern. How hard can it be? She knows the way, and she’s just looking to escape the Christmas overload for a while. But a blinding snowstorm, an escaped mutt, and a life-saving encounter with Adam Bellamy—a single dad and paramedic—means Brenda has to stay in Avalon longer than she planned. As she drops off each precious pup at their new homes, some of the comfort and joy of the season begins to creep up on Brenda despite her determination to avoid the holidays. Perhaps you can bring Christmas into your heart after all...if you have the right furry friends to guide the way.

Available for the first time in ebook, one blockbuster anthology by #1 New York Times bestselling authors Susan Mallery, Sherryl Woods, and Susan Wiggs! Sister of the Bride by Susan Mallery When Katie McCormick finds out that her sister is marrying her ex, she finally agrees to a setup for the big day. To her surprise, Jackson is a catch. But when wedding catastrophe ensues, will their sparks fizzle or ignite into flames? A Bridge to Dreams by Sherryl Woods With her vacation plans foiled, Karyn Chambers realizes that her long-awaited escape must give way to staying at home in San Francisco. Little does she know her Prince Charming is right in her own backyard. The Borrowed Bride by Susan Wiggs During her own bridal shower, Isabel Wharton is whisked away by past love Dan Black Horse to his retreat in the Cascade range. But returning to her Native roots, and Dan’s loving arms, is harder than she ever imagined. Previously published in 2010.

From bestselling, award-winning novelist Susan Wiggs comes this classic tale of danger and romance. Winner of the RITA® Award, the highest honor from Romance Writers of America, it is an enthralling, unforgettable tale of the dark allure of passion and the enduring power of love. Under cover of night. . . Sandro Cavalli, Lord of the Night, is legendary for bringing criminals to justice. But in the city''s shadowy alleyways, a new, deadly plot is afoot—a sinister threat that even Sandro needs help to uncover. He enlists the aid of an alluring, sensuous beauty, Laura Bandello. But Laura''s innocent loveliness may hide a dark secret, and Sandro vows to keep his distance. Yet the deeper he delves into the underworld, the harder he falls for Laura. Pursued by unspeakable danger, Sandro risks his honor, his reputation, and even his heart—all for the love of a mysterious beauty he can''t quite trust.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs returns to Willow Lake for the long-awaited story of a woman at the crossroads of love... There are days on Willow Lake... Daisy Bellamy has struggled for years to choose between two men--one honorable and steady, one wild and untethered. And then, one fateful day, the decision is made for her. When the wind is so still and the water so calm... Now busy with a thriving business on Willow Lake, Daisy knows she should be happy with the life she''s chosen for herself and her son. But she still aches for the one thing she can''t have. You can almost hear your heartbeat... Until the man once lost to her reappears, resurrected by a promise of love. And now, the choice Daisy thought was behind her is the hardest one she''ll ever face

Maureen Davenport lives for Christmas—and there''s nothing more magical than Christmas on Willow Lake. The prim librarian is finally getting her chance to direct Avalon''s annual holiday pageant, and she''s determined to make it truly spectacular. But it might just require one of those Christmas miracles she''s always read about. Because her codirector is recovering former child star Eddie Haven, a long-haired, tattooed lump of coal in Maureen''s pageant stocking. Eddie can''t stand Christmas, but a court order from a judge has landed him right in the middle of the merrymaking. Maureen and Eddie spar over every detail of the pageant, from casting troubled kids to Eddie''s original—and distinctly untraditional—music. Is he trying to sabotage the performance to spite her? Or is she trying too hard to fit the show into her storybook-perfect notion of Christmas? And how is it possible that they''re falling in love?

As the ballrooms of 1800s America glitter, romance is afoot... Boston and Rio de Janeiro, 1851 An awkward misfit in an accomplished family, Isadora Peabody yearns to escape her life as a wallflower in Boston society. Fate intervenes when she learns that a ship bound for Rio de Janeiro is in need of an interpreter--a pursuit she very much enjoys. The only problem? The surly and handsome captain is adamantly opposed to a woman taking the role. Sea captain Ryan Calhoun used to have a good family name. But he''d purposely walked away from everything it afforded him, driven by his quest to right an old wrong. When he finds himself falling for the meek young woman who comes aboard his ship, he''s determined to stay away from her--if only to keep her out of his secretive, dangerous plans. As the tides of attraction flow between them, Ryan and Isadora must risk it all for love. For a true lady must learn to speak her mind, and Isadora is ready to put her newfound charms to the test. The Calhoun Chronicles Book 1: The Charm School Book 2: The Horsemaster''s Daughter Book 3: HALFWAY TO HEAVEN Book 4: ENCHANTED AFTERNOON Book 5: A SUMMER AFFAIR

Four tales of romance set in the realm of Celtic magic and lore feature the fiction stylings of Morgan Llywelyn, Barbara Samuel, and Roberta Gellis. Reprint.

In the space of a few months Vanessa Rutledge buried her husband and first love, Matt, and gave birth to their son. She would never have made it through the long nights of tears if not for Matt''s best friend, Paul. But as soon as she is able to stand on her own two feet again, Paul is gone, seemingly eager to rid himself of his obligations to his friend. Paul Haggerty was nearly torn apart during those months with Vanessa. His grief for his friend and his love for the woman he could never have ate away at him. But now, having fulfilled his promise to watch over her, Paul vows to forget Vanessa, moving away from the idyllic Virgin River and into the arms of another woman. However, forgetting Vanessa proves impossible, and Paul soon realises he must tell her the truth if he''s to have any kind of peace. But just as he''s about to make his move, a mistake from his past comes back to haunt him, and it just might put an end to his hopes of a happily ever after Also includes a FREE book Just Breathe by Susan Wiggs

Comes a drifter to a windswept island… He wanted to tell her everything. About the lost years that had changed him from a desperate young boy into a man hardened by life. About the night he''d sold his soul for a woman who wasn''t worth the price…. But Jackson Underhill said nothing. After all, he was an outlaw, clearly on the run—reason enough for silence. The truth was Dr. Leah Mundy scared him. She made him want to trust again, to share his burden. She made him want a home, a family. And it was dangerous to want such things. Because the past would find him if he stayed—and there could be no future with a woman who would not leave.

www.SusanWiggs.com #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs transports readers to the lush French countryside of Normandy in a tale of love, family honor and true knights in shining armor… Rand Fitzmarc has fought his way to prominence under the banner of King Henry V. At long last, his loyalty to the English crown will be rewarded with a title and land…in Normandy, France''s richest prize. Now the freshly knighted nobleman will have to battle once more for the right to possess his French barony, and for the hand of the woman who holds it. Lianna of Bois-Long is determined to keep her lands free from the usurping English king and the husband he''s chosen for her…and her heart safe from any man. Yet when she meets a golden stranger in a sunny forest glade, Lianna is seduced by the heat of his tender gaze and his strong embrace. But when her forest lover is revealed as the English baron who has come to claim her ancestral home, will Lianna be able to forgive his deception? Or will pride keep her from the man who has managed to steal her heart?

The Lakeshore Chronicles series has captivated thousands of readers with unforgettable characters, warm humour and engaging stories. Summer at Willow Lake Olivia Bellamy reluctantly trades a trendy Manhattan summer for her family’s old resort camp in the Catskills to renovate the bungalow colony for her grandparents, who want one last summer together filled with fun, friends and family. A posh resort in its heyday, the camp is now in disarray and Olivia is forced to hire contractor Connor Davis — a still-smouldering flame from her own summers at camp. But as the days grow warm, not even the inviting blue waters of Willow Lake can cool the passions flaring or keep shocking secrets at bay. The nostalgic joy of summers past breathes new promise into a special place and people...a promise meant to last long after the season ends. The Summer Hideaway Never get attached — Private nurse and protected witness Claire Turner lives by this motto. Fleeing a treacherous past, she knows no other way. Never give up — In the twilight of his life, George Bellamy makes it his final wish to reconcile with an estranged brother. He and Claire journey to Willow Lake — where it all went wrong for him fifty years ago. Never let go — George’s grandson, Ross, is ruled by a fierce devotion to family and a deep mistrust of the mysterious Claire...yet sparks fly whenever she’s near. In the face of wrenching loss, amid the enchantment of Willow Lake, Ross and Claire dare to risk everything for love.

Enjoy this fan-favorite story of blind dates, high school reunions and unexpected romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs. Beautician Twyla McCabe was voted most likely to succeed in her high school graduating class, but a run of bad luck forced her to give up her dreams of college and a career. Now a widow with a six-year-old and essentially Dear Abby with a blow-dryer, she longs to show up at her ten-year school reunion with a date she can show off. But when her well-meaning customers arrange for her to attend the Hell Creek High School Reunion with Rob Carter, M.D., Twyla knows they’ve gone too far. Who would believe a woman who dyed hair for a living could be engaged to such a hunk? Originally published in 1999.

Jul vid Willow Lake Välkommen tillbaka till den lilla staden Avalon vid Willow Lakes strand. Här är julförberedelserna i full gång och för två personer kommer det att bli den mest minnesvärda julen någonsin ... Bibliotekarien Maureen har äntligen fått chansen att hålla i Avalons årliga julspel, och hon är fast besluten att göra det riktigt spektakulärt. Kanske kommer det att kräva ett av de där julmiraklen som hon så många gånger läst om. Problemet är hennes medhjälpare Eddie Haven, en långhårig, tatuerad före detta barnstjärna som helhjärtat hatar julen. Han har blivit dömd till samhällstjänst – att regissera julspelet tillsammans med Maureen. Maureen och Eddie ryker ihop om varenda detalj, från castingen till Eddies egenproducerade och mycket otraditionella musik. Försöker han förstöra showen bara för att retas med henne? Eller är det hon som kämpar lite för mycket för att skapa den perfekta sagoboksjulen? Och hur är det möjligt att de två faktiskt håller på att falla för varandra? Susan Wiggs har skapat en hjärtevärmande julsaga om en man och en kvinna som vågar lämna gamla besvikelser bakom sig och se framåt. Med sina sprakande julbrasor, klingande julsånger och pockande familjehemligheter utgör givmildhetens högtid kulissen till Willow Lakes mest överraskande kärlekshistoria hittills.

Jack Riley can’t stand his boss Madeleine Langston, the Ice Queen. And yet, he can’t help but want her, too. Jack has tried avoiding her, even ignoring an invitation to her party. On his way home the night of the party, he saves a tailor from being mugged. As thanks, the tailor transforms him into a sophisticated young man. Jack’s transformation is so extreme that Madeleine doesn’t even recognize him. For one night they both get what they want, but Jack rushes off the next morning before his identity is revealed. After returning to his normal work life, he discovers that the youth center where he volunteers is about to close down…and Madeleine’s to blame!

When caregiver Faith McCallum arrives at the enchanted lakeside estate of Avalon''s renowned Bellamy family, she''s intent on rebuilding her shattered life and giving her two daughters a chance at a better future. But she faces a formidable challenge in the form of her stubborn and difficult new employer, Alice Bellamy. While Faith proves a worthy match for her sharp-tongued client, she often finds herself at a loss for words in the presence of Mason Bellamy, Alice''s charismatic son, who clearly longs to escape the family mansion and return to his fast-paced, exciting life in Manhattan, and his beautiful, jet-setting fiancée. The last place Mason wants to be is a remote town in the Catskills, far from his life in the city, and Faith McCallum is supposed to be the key to his escape. Hiring the gentle-hearted yet strong-willed caregiver as a live-in nurse gives his mother companionship and Mason the freedom to return to his no-attachments routine. For Faith, it means stability for her daughters and a much-needed new home. When Faith makes a chilling discovery about Alice''s accident, Mason is forced to reconsider his desire to keep everyone, including his mother, at a distance. Now he finds himself wondering if the supercharged life he''s created for himself is what he truly wants, and whether exploring his past might lead to a new life and lasting love on the tranquil shores of Willow Lake.

Tutti hanno un passato, ma ciò che conta è chi si è adesso... Jerome Barnes ha un panificio chiamato Sugar, sulla storica Perdita Street a San Francisco. Fornisce prodotti da forno anche alla Lost and Found Bookshop dall''altra parte della strada e condivide la cucina con un ristorante appena preso ingestione da Margot Salton, esperta di barbecue dal Texas. Margot ha bisogno di un nuovo inizio e la cucina in comune con il panificio di Jerome è la sistemazione perfetta: all''avanguardia e in un quartiere vivace popolare sia tra i turisti che la gente del posto. Nonostante i loro diversi background, l''attrazione tra i due è potente. Ma proprio mentre inizia a delinearsi la possibilità di un nuovo futuro felice, il passato di Margot torna a perseguitarla...

KORT VERHAAL Tijdens haar verlovingsfeestje wordt Isabel zo goed als ontvoerd door haar oude liefde, Sam Black Horse. Zelf heeft ze haar indiaanse afkomst achter zich gelaten, want haar jeugdherinneringen zijn niet erg prettig. In Sams gezelschap komt alles echter terug, en ze wordt voor een moeilijke keuze gesteld: kiest ze voor veiligheid en daarmee voor haar verloofde, of kiest ze voor passie en avontuur, en dus voor Sam? Dit verhaal is ook verkrijgbaar in een 3-in-1 bundel.

La vida de Sonnet Romano era casi perfecta. Tenía una magnífica carrera profesional y un novio perfecto, y acababan de ofrecerle una beca muy prestigiosa. No había nada más que pudiera desear, salvo tal vez… ¿un hermanito? Cuando Sonnet se enteró de que su madre estaba embarazada, y de que su embarazo era de riesgo, lo dejó todo en suspenso: el trabajo, la beca, la relación con su novio… y se marchó a Avalon, su pueblo natal. Cuando su madre estuviera fuera de peligro, recuperaría su vida en el punto donde la había dejado. Sin embargo, su madre recibió un diagnóstico adverso, y Sonnet debió decidir lo que verdaderamente tenía importancia. Se quedó en Avalon y aceptó un puesto de trabajo junto al hombre con el que había cometido su error más grande, y tal vez también el más dulce: Zach Alger, un director de cine. A Sonnet la esperaba un verano lleno de alegría y de lágrimas, de nostalgia y de posibilidades nuevas, durante el cual iba a encontrar el verdadero lugar de su corazón. \"Los intensos y cautivadores relatos de Wiggs introducen a los lectores en las vidas y la mentes de sus personajes de un modo tal que los hace reales, auténticos e inolvidables.\" Booklist \"Es una muy buena novela, donde hay tanto y tanto sobre lo que rascar y aprender, que cuando acabas de leerla sigues pensando en ella. Una preciosa historia de amor aderezada con grandes secundarios y muchísimas cosas que pensar.\" Lectura Adictiva

Estélyi ruhában, magas sarkú cipőben, poggyász nélkül száll repülőre Kimberly van Dorn, hogy maga mögött hagyja gondosan felépített karrierjét és híres sportoló barátját. Amikor édesanyja hazaviszi a kocsiján, a lánynak leesik az álla, ugyanis az előkelő családi villában most csiricsáréra pingált panzió működik.

Tillbaka till Willow Lake New York Times bästsäljande författare Susan Wiggs tar oss åter med till den idylliska staden Avalon vid Willow Lakes strand. Där får vi följa en kvinna som återupptäcker sin familj och sina drömmar, och finner kärlek där hon minst anar det ... Sonnet Romano har en perfekt karriär och en perfekt pojkvän, och har precis blivit erbjuden ett åtråvärt stipendium. Men när hon får veta att hennes mamma är gravid och samtidigt blivit allvarligt sjuk, beslutar sig Sonnet för att tillfälligt hoppa av storstadslivet. Hennes plan är att ta hand om sin mamma under den svåraste perioden för att sedan återvända till sitt vanliga liv. När mamman väl får sin diagnos inser Sonnet att hon måste bestämma sig för vad som verkligen betyder något i livet. Även om det innebär att hon måste stanna i Avalon och jobba ihop med sitt största och kanske mest underbara ”misstag” – den flerfaldigt belönade filmaren Zach Alger. Och under en sommar med skratt och tårar, med gamla drömmar och nya möjligheter, kanske Sonnet kan hitta den väg som hennes hjärta längtar efter.